Over Grooming Although you can't necessarily over brush your dog so long as you follow the typical brushing guidelines, you can cause his skin and coat some damage if you over groom him. Bathing him too often strips the natural protective oils from his skin, which can leave it flaky, irritated and itchy.
What happens if you groom your dog too much?
Don't worry about extra strokes, but aggressive or overlong brushing can damage a dog's skin. Brushing with too much pressure for too long, however, can damage your dog's skin and cause pain and other issues.
Can I over groom my dog?
When furminating your dog's coat, make sure their coat is completely dry and don't brush too hard or for too long as it can irritate their skin and cause coat damage if overused.
How often should a dog be fully groomed?
They should be professionally groomed every four to six weeks and brushed at least twice a week, at minimum.
Can I groom my dog every week?
Any hair longer than half an inch should be brushed at least twice a week, and hair longer than an inch should be brushed daily. Most groomers recommend keeping curly and wavy hair at a maximum length of two inches. These dogs require professional grooming every four to six weeks to prevent severe matting.
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