Shih Tzus are loved not only for their loyalty and friendly nature, but also for their incredibly beautiful coat. She is the owner's pride and headache.
Grooming your Shih Tzu must be regular, otherwise the dog will quickly become unkempt and may even get sick.
The haircut of this breed has three variations:
- hygienic or everyday;
- exhibition;
- model.
Exhibition haircut
Needed to prepare your pet for the exhibition. It is important to entrust the procedure to a professional: any mistake can lead to withdrawal from the competition.
During the procedure, the groomer will trim the hair a little and remove hair in the anus, genital area and between the toes. It is important to carefully shape your beard and mustache. Finally, a ponytail is formed on the head and curlers are put on.
The purpose of the haircut is to create the canonical image of the breed. The coat should flow to the tips of the paws and be shiny.
Haircut for hygienic purposes
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Hygienic grooming is carried out starting from the age of 4 months. This procedure is recommended to be carried out 1-2 times a month. At the same time, mats and tangled hair are removed. Hair is cut between the fingers on the pads, in the armpits, ears, in the groin area, on the face around the eyes and anus. Proper and high-quality care allows you to monitor your dog’s hygiene.
Important! For the first time, it is better to cut your baby’s hair in a salon or invite a specialist to your home.
Differences in grooming males and females
Boy dogs are cut shorter than girls. In males, it is important to properly treat the groin and anus area. The best option for a boy would be a teddy bear hairstyle. It is customary for girls to leave their fur longer in order to decorate it with hairpins, braids and ponytails.
Teddy bear haircut is more suitable for boys
Creative haircuts
Suitable for those dogs that do not participate in exhibitions. Different hairstyles give your pet an unusual look, make it easier to care for and make it easier to withstand the heat.
"Teddy bear"
This is the favorite haircut of many breed owners. The fur is shortened to a length of 5 cm, after which it resembles dense plush. The head and muzzle are given a rounded shape. The hair on the back of the head is gathered into a ponytail.
Like a puppy
Another popular haircut. It is short and pets like it: wearing such a hairstyle in the heat is comfortable.
A cut dog looks very cute and makes you want to cuddle it. The cover is cut to a length of 2.5 cm (but not shorter). A cap is formed on the head, and the hair on it is approximately twice as long as on the body.
You can’t cut your hair too short: you can injure the animal, and the skin becomes vulnerable to the sun’s rays.
Korean
It makes your Shih Tzu look like an anime character. To create the look, the groomer trims the hair evenly across the dog's body. Cuffs or flares remain on the paws. The hair on the head is kept at maximum length to form a bob. Later you can weave braids from it.
How to accustom a puppy and an adult dog to a haircut
A spaniel should be taught to comb itself from childhood, and it is better to do it right away on the grooming table. Some owners do not strive to care for the baby’s still short hair, and this is a mistake, since the purpose of this action is to accustom him to care items and procedures.
First, the puppy is taught to stand on the table. At this time, you can let him smell the combs, be sure to stroke and praise him like a child. If he tries to chew brushes and combs, stop this behavior.
When the puppy feels calm and confident on the table, you can try brushing him. This is done carefully and gently: you should not pull the fur and hurt the baby, so as not to form a negative impression. It is better to choose the moment when the puppy has played enough, is tired and is in a sleepy state.
The older the puppy, the longer the brushing time. But if you do this regularly, the process is unlikely to take you longer than 10-15 minutes, even with long hair, because the vast majority of time is spent sorting out tangles.
If you have not taught your dog to groom and groom since childhood, then you have little chance of making him love this activity. But it is quite possible to teach patience. Actions with an adult dog will be approximately the same as with a baby, but you may encounter more active resistance.
Grooming your Cocker Spaniel should be regular, and then your friend will look neat and tidy, regardless of whether he is a show star, a hunter, or a sofa pet.
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Grooming at home or in the salon
It is highly undesirable to groom a show dog at home. The fur can easily be damaged, and the pet will not be allowed to participate in the exhibition.
Non-show dogs can be groomed themselves. It is important to be confident in your actions, otherwise the excitement will be transferred to the pet, and grooming the dog will turn into torture. You can ruin the cover or even injure the dog.
You can carry out minimal interventions yourself. First, the dog needs to be bathed, dried and combed. Then, using a clipper without an attachment, you need to trim the hair in the area of the anus and intimate area. After this, use scissors with round ends to remove the hairs between the fingers. Then the claws are cut from top to bottom using a nail cutter.
If you are confident in your abilities, you can trim the hair a little all over your body.
Many owners make mistakes that lead to loss of beauty and even health of the pet:
- The hair is over-dried using the wrong cosmetics, which causes its structure to be damaged.
- Instruments are not disinfected, which leads to inflammation in case of injury.
- They cut without combing, which causes pain for the dog.
- Vibrissae (!) and eyebrows are removed.
- They treat him rudely and make loud noises, which is why the Shih Tzu associates the haircut with negativity.
If the external attractiveness of your pet is a priority for you, it is better to entrust the haircut to an experienced groomer from a grooming salon.
Required tools and accessories
To ensure your Oriental dog's haircut looks great, it is very important to take care of it after the procedure. To do this, you should have professional shampoos and conditioners in your arsenal, as well as remedies for ear parasites.
As for the tools needed to create a dog's hairstyle, these include the following:
- machine with various attachments;
- sharpened scissors;
- thinning scissors;
- combs and brushes;
- trimming knife.
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Grooming of Shih Tzu dogs will be carried out competently if you choose good tools and accessories.
How to bathe a Shih Tzu
You can bathe your dog once every 10 days. Before the procedure, you need to untangle the tangles, otherwise it will be more difficult to do so afterwards.
The water temperature should be 37-38°C. You need to start washing from the back. You should not pour water directly on your head: dogs have a hard time getting water into their eyes, nose and ears.
For washing, you can use shampoo for long-haired breeds. It is important not to rub the wool in all directions - it will get tangled.
To avoid drying out your hair with sulfates, the shampoo can be diluted with water. Then apply the resulting foam to a sponge and wipe the wet fur in one direction.
After this, the cover should be slightly wrung out (carefully so as not to tangle), and then wrapped first in one, then in a second towel. You can dry it with a hairdryer and a powder brush.
How to trim a Yorkie's face at home
Owners of Yorkshire terriers will have to trim their pet's coat several times a month. Hiring the services of a professional groomer is expensive every time.
Some dog breeders prefer to groom their pet at home themselves. This procedure is more economical and does not cause discomfort or stress for the animal.
To trim a Yorkie's face, you will need a standard set of tools:
- thinning and sharp scissors of different lengths to create the outline of the head;
- scissors with rounded blade ends for cutting hair on the ears and around the eyes;
- trimmer for removing hair from the inside of the ear;
- dog clipper with attachments of various lengths
- metal combs.
The haircut is carried out on pre-moistened wool.
The animal must be secured with a collar and leash. The length of the leash should provide the dog with a comfortable sitting position on the table during the procedure, without making breathing difficult.
Grooming a Yorkie's head is a fascinating and not too difficult task, but before you start creating your pet's hairstyle yourself, you should watch several training videos and master classes on the Internet.
How to comb properly
This breed needs to be brushed daily, otherwise tangles will quickly appear. You can get used to this procedure as early as 6 weeks of age.
For combing, use a metal comb with sparse teeth and a massage brush. You can start with the hind legs. First you need to go through it with a comb and then with a brush.
You should not dry brush your Shih Tzu. It is imperative to use a special conditioner spray or at least spray the comb.
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Paw care
It is necessary to inspect the paws regularly. Plant seeds, plants themselves, thorns, and glass can get stuck there.
If the dog has walked on fresh fuel oil or asphalt, its paws should be greased and then washed with soap.
In winter, another scourge is chemicals. After every walk, you must wash your paws, otherwise the chemicals will corrode the skin. To avoid problems, your dog can be trained to wear special shoes.
Trimming claws must be done extremely carefully. It is important not to touch the vessel. In dark-haired dogs, the living part of the claw is difficult to see. You should cut into small pieces, monitoring your pet’s reaction. If the vessel is touched, the bleeding surface must be treated with ferrous sulfate powder (it is better to always keep it in the first aid kit).
As you can see, grooming a Shih Tzu requires some effort. But in return, the pet will thank you with a luxurious appearance and fun play. If home care is burdensome for you, you can always turn to professionals.
Basic mistakes and tips
Caring for your Shih Tzu's coat will be much better if the haircut is done in a timely manner and with high quality.
To avoid mistakes, follow basic recommendations from experts. For example, when cutting wool, make sure that the distance between the ears is even. A separate stage of cutting is the formation of a ponytail. It should keep its shape correctly and not fall to one side. The pet's eyebrows are only slightly shortened; they cannot be trimmed completely. Otherwise, you will deprive your four-legged friend of the organs of touch.
