Recommended For Silky Coats: Using a Pin Brush, groom the coat through, starting at the top and working down. If the dog is shedding coat, a Slicker Brush will assist in removing any dead hair. Brush the hair through in the direction of the natural growth.
How do you groom a silky dog?
Silky Terrier's do require routine grooming. As a young dog, it is imperative that you get the dog used to regular grooming. A full brush out 2 times a week is best with baths every 1 to 2 weeks. Never brush a dry coat, always lightly mist with a hydrating spray.
What is a silk coat dog?
Silky dog coats are straight, soft, fine and the closest to human hair. Depending on the breed, dogs with this coat type tend to have long hair that is prone to tangling easily. They are often single coated, but this can vary from breed to breed.
How often should you groom a smooth coated dog?
SHORT/SMOOTH COAT BREEDS The key here is occasional but regular bathing with quality shampoos and a professional brush to deshed of all that dead hair. We advise a trip to Love My Hound every two weeks but at least once a month. . A common problem with short haired breeds is that they suffer from Itchy and Dry Skin.
Can you clip a smooth coated dog?
A smooth coat is the easiest to maintain. It is short in length and sits tight to the body, meaning that it can't get matted or tangled. The coat stays short all year round needing no cutting or clipping. Smooth coats work to keep your dog warm by offering a dense layer of hairs growing close together.
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