Hand stripping is usually preferred for wire coated breeds such as the schnauzer as it retains the harsh topcoat of the dog and (especially with the pepper & salt colour schnauzers) the banded hairs which give them their distinctive look. 31 дек. 2013 г.
How often should schnauzers be stripped?
This spirited, alert terrier should be groomed on a regular 4-6-week schedule. The Miniature Schnauzer is a double coated breed with a wiry topcoat and a soft undercoat. In order to keep the coarse, wiry texture and vibrant color, the topcoat is maintained by hand stripping and rolling the coat weekly.
What happens if I dont hand strip my dog?
Wiry coated dogs have a specific growth cycle where the hair becomes thicker and darker as it grows. You need to remove the dead hair from the top coat by the root; if you don't, the coat won't look as bright and vibrant, which is especially important when your dog is in the show ring.
Do you have to cut schnauzers hair?
Because of their double coats and inability to shed properly, Miniature Schnauzers require fairly constant grooming. They need their coats clipped or hand stripped, the latter of which can be a very time-consuming process that is usually reserved for show dogs.
What is hand stripping a Schnauzer coat?
Hand stripping is a unique way to remove excess hair, or undercoat, from their dog's coat, instead of the common grooming which is clipping or cutting the top layer of the hair on a dog's coat. As the name describes, hand stripping is done by holding the hair and pulling from the root so a new coat is able to grow.
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