Dog trimming: what is it and how is the procedure performed?

An increasing number of dog lovers are interested in trimming. This procedure raises many questions and misleads the owners of furry pets. Today we will answer all the most common questions, dispel myths and clarify.

Each dog is unique and inimitable, the same applies to its coat. And yet, these types of coat of dogs are distinguished in total, such as:

• long;
• short;
• hard.

In dogs with stiff hair, the shedding process is slightly different about how it occurs in dogs with a different type of coat. In some dogs, the old coat changes to a new one, and the owner does not know the problems associated with the process of changing the old coat to a new one. Other representatives of the four-legged old hairs remain in place, which spoils the appearance of the dog and makes it untidy. Just for removing old hairs, there is such a procedure as trimming dogs.

Rigid dog hair consists of soft undercoat that warms the animal and core hair.

Therefore, there was no need for molting. Not every dog ​​is given this opportunity, so the owners have to independently remove the old hairs by trimming.

This procedure has the following several advantages, which explains its popularity among dog lovers:

• blood flow stimulation;
• activation of the growth of new hairs;
• improvement of the qualities that are characteristic of the coat;
• giving the animal a neat appearance;
• no need for combing;
• prevention of the formation of warlocks that prevent air from circulating normally and contribute to the development of pathogens.

Not only old axial hairs are removed as a result of trimming. This procedure allows you to tidy your ears, cleaning them from excess hair. Trimming is not a fashion trend. This procedure is vital for many dog ​​breeds.

Trimming by many dog ​​lovers is perceived as cosmetic grooming which is only worth the show dogs. In this case, the owners of four-legged pets are content with only a haircut. This position is incorrect, and now you will find out why.

The rigid structure of the hairs is provided by some features of their shape. Rigidity is characteristic only for the upper part of the hair, below it is thin and soft. It is the stiffness of the hairs that gives the coat a certain shape.

During the haircut, the upper, hard part is cut off, while the soft and weak ones remain. Subsequently, thin elements will grow from such hairs, for which the necessary rigidity will not be characteristic. When trimming, the old hairs are completely removed, and in their place, remaining, full-fledged hairs grow. This is the main difference between a haircut and trimming.

If the animal has already been previously trimmed, you will need to find an experienced specialist for your pet who will remove the trimmed hairs every two weeks. This procedure will stimulate the growth of new core hair. The probability of a full restoration of the former beauty of the coat is at a low level, but the result will still be amazing.

During trimming only those hairs that are already in a dead state are removed, so the dog does not experience the slightest discomfort. Moreover, many dogs even fall asleep during trimming. In some cases, dogs show anxiety when handling the muzzle, tail and places under their paws. This condition is caused not by pain, but by dissatisfaction from human intervention in atypical areas of the body.

Trimming is usually carried out in special salons, and not at home.

It will not be superfluous to study this list.

• The table is necessary for a comfortable and safe location of the animal. It should be convenient not only for the master, but also for the dog. The top cover in such tables is made rough.
• A knife is also required special, such tools are specially designed for trimming. Knives are usually sold complete with three nozzles. One of them is designed to work with the hair of the body, the second allows you to remove thick fibers, and the third nozzle is designed to process the undercoat. The best specimens are made of stainless steel. This material is easy to disinfect and handle, so it will never cause infection by infectious diseases.
• A stone also needs a special one. Typically, such tools are available in rectangular form and have a loose structure. The stone is used at the final stage of the procedure to remove dead cells from the coat.
• A stone knife is used to work in hard-to-reach places such as ears.
• A stiff brush makes it easy to clean already removed hairs.
• Powder or crayons are specially designed for trimming.Processing by such means allows you to exfoliate dead and dead cells from the skin. At the same time, disinfection is carried out, due to which the probability of infection is reduced to a minimum mark.
• A thimble made of silicone makes trimming more convenient for the master and prevents the formation of wounds.

How to use these tools we will tell a little later. Now more and more specialists are appearing who perform trimming with their hands, without using the tools described above. This technology makes the procedure lengthy, which not every dog ​​likes.

The question is how to find out that your pet already needs trimming. To do this, grab a hand with a little wool and gently pull it towards you. If there are stiff, left hairs in your hand, then it's time to put your dog’s coat in order.

The essence of the preparation is as follows:

• all tools that will be used in the work must be intact and disinfected;
• there should not be any warlocks in the coat, if such elements are found, each of them will have to be taken apart manually; oil or conditioner for dogs will help ease this process;
• combing of wool follows, thoroughness and scrupulousness are important here, so that all old undercoat is removed; for this work it is convenient to use a special slicker or metal comb; specialists use a furminator, to work with this tool you need experience and professional skills, as a furminator can easily damage hard hairs that must be removed completely;
• the dog can be given sniffing tools for trimming, which will help to positively position the animal for the further procedure.

It is very important to do trimming for wire-haired dogs correctly. In this case, the animal will feel a minimum of discomfort, therefore throughout the procedure, he will behave calmly.

Processing of the coat begins with the back. This area is not as sensitive as everyone else, and its processing is the simplest.

The trimming technique consists of the following steps:

• a small tuft of wool is captured in the back;
• the remaining hairs are pulled out by a sharp movement, while it is important to keep the skin on the treated area;
• you need to start work from the back of the head and gradually move towards the tail;
• lastly, the hairs are removed from the ears with tweezers.

Each area of ​​the body requires a special approach, namely:

• the hair on the head is pulled out by hand, using a knife is not recommended;
• the neck is first processed from the lateral parts, and then proceed to the upper region;
• the hair on the shoulder blades is pulled out only to the elbow joints;
• thigh treatment is completed on the hock;
• work with the tail starts at the top;
• trimming on the side zones of the body is carried out from top to bottom.

In the end, you should pay attention to the following tips that will help the pet and its owner survive the trimming with dignity:

• the first procedure will have to be carried out in stages, allowing the animal to relax from new sensations;
• the manifestation of nervousness and dissatisfaction on the part of the pet should not be ignored, it is better to distract the dog from such a condition, for example, by massage; after a while, you can continue the procedure;
• bathing before trimming is not necessary; pure wool becomes smooth and silky, which complicates its removal;
• after trimming, the dog should be well rinsed with warm water, which will remove the remnants of the old coat and prevent the development of irritation on the skin.
• if trimming is carried out in the cold season, then for walking the dog will have to wear.

In the next video, you can observe the correct fox terrier trimming.