In recent years, the dog breed spitz has gained immense popularity in our country and abroad. These are very kind and lovely pets that will be liked by all family members without exception. Representatives of the breed are owners of elegant wool, and in connection with this haircut becomes an integral part of the well-groomed appearance of a doggie. Maintaining a long and thick coat is difficult, so this beauty requires a careful approach.
Features, pros and cons haircuts
In general, haircuts are divided into 3 types. The first is a hygienic haircut that you can easily perform at home, its main goal is to slightly shorten the hair. The second is an exhibition haircut, it is intended for dogs that will soon take part in the competition. Its main task is to create lightness and natural volume, emphasizing all the advantages. The latter type is a model, most often used for dwarf dogs and is characterized by a significant removal of wool.
Today, one of the most popular varieties is haircut under Boo (the second name - under the bear). Bu - nickname Pomeranian Spitz, which was trimmed like a plush toy, and won the hearts of millions of people. After the haircut, the owner of the dog began to upload photos and videos of his pet, and after a short time, more than 100,000 people viewed these publications. It is safe to say: Boo has created a new trend in the world of grooming.
We will understand what this haircut is. The dog's head is trimmed in a neat way to make a ball. The ears are rounded, and they are very pretty. Wool on the whole body is clipped as short as possible. The result is a teddy bear, which looks surprisingly attractive and unusual compared to its relatives.
Those who are planning to start a Pomeranian or German Spitz in the near future, it is important to know that up to 3 months of age, the dog's hair is only formed and in no case is not subjected to shearing. During this period, the puppy is tamed to hands and combing wool. At the age of 3.5 months, the first molt begins, after which the ears and paws can be leveled. After the second change of wool, which takes place at an annual age, any haircuts are allowed, if only the specialist was experienced. An important feature: in the case of a haircut, the hair will no longer grow, therefore, usually leave at least 3-5 centimeters.
Pluses haircuts:
- no mats;
- less wool in the house;
- unusual appearance.
Minuses:
- the pet is more sensitive to weather conditions;
- have to bathe the dog more often and comb;
- the dog will be exposed to bites of blood-sucking insects;
- short haircut is dangerous to health.
How to prepare pet hair?
Spitz breed wool is represented by two varieties of hairs. The first one is undercoat. It consists of long, but very soft hairs. The second is the guard hair. As a rule, these are straight and stiff hairs, perpendicular to the body of the animal.
Some members of the breed have no guard hairs at all. The softest and thickest fur is in the zone of hind legs, tail and collar.
The main method of maintaining an attractive dog's appearance is to carefully and regularly take care of its coat. The dog must be combed 3 times during the week, not only during the molt. Dead hairs are firmly held due to the thickness of the hair and do not fall out, thereby not polluting the room. However, due to the late disposal of them in some places mats can form, from which it will be difficult to get rid of.
Necessary tools
Before starting the haircut, you need to prepare all the necessary tools which you will need during work:
- hairbrush;
- crest;
- pukhoderka;
- shampoo;
- towel;
- cotton buds;
- air conditioning;
- scissors;
- perhaps a clipper.
Process description
The whole process includes 3 stages.
Combing out
This is an essential part of pet care. The host can perform this procedure independently with the help of special tools. Regardless of whether the dog takes part in contests, exhibitions or not, it must be combed at least once a week, during molting, it should be done more often - 2-3 times.
The first tool that the owner will use is a massage brush. You can use the usual human comb with teeth no more than 4 centimeters. The brush will help to untangle the wool. It is also often used during blow-drying.
The following device with the clear name Pukherkerka. For the breed Spitz use pouderki medium size with moderate hardness of the teeth without rounding at the end. It helps to comb the hairs well from root to tip. When pet shedding is salvation from wool.
The last tool is the comb. It gives more wool and removes excess fluff. The device is actively used in the process of grooming.
From early childhood, puppies are taught to comb their wool to avoid discomfort. When molting begins, you need to use vitamins to strengthen the coat and speed up the process.
Bathing
You can use only specialized shampoos. The water should be hot, so as not to burn the skin of a fluffy pet. It is worth putting means evenly on the whole body including head, tail, paws. Avoid eye contact. But if it happened for some reason, then gently, but rinse them thoroughly and, if necessary, contact the veterinary clinic.
Only plus if you use air conditioning. It makes the hairs soft and silky, after which the wool is easier to comb. Hold for several minutes for better effect and rinse with water.
After that, dry the dog with a towel, then a hairdryer. In general, taking care of an ordinary dog is a little different from the same process, but at the show, as there are many different means for softening wool, sprays and oils. Before the haircut, the dog is pre-cut the claws and clean the ears.
During the change of wool, that is, molting, the owners are contraindicated to bathe their pets. At the moment, the hair is already very weak, and water procedures will only provoke more active hair loss and tangling of hair, subsequently leading to the formation of tangles. When absolutely necessary for the animal, you can use a dry spray.
Directly haircut
Adult dogs can be trimmed on a dedicated table. It is important that the surface is non-slip. Before starting the procedure, the animal is fixed with a ring attached to the rack, so that at the wrong moment the pet does not twitch, and the person does not accidentally injure it in the process.
The ears of the animal are trimmed along the contour. In order to do this with due care, it is necessary to determine the edge of the ear and hold it with 2 fingers. Then the protruding hairs are cut and rounded along the entire edge. To create a voluminous tail, you first need to comb up and lay on your back, divided into 2 parts.The tail should look like a single whole - no hairs should come out.
In front, the wool is combed down and cut off so that in front of it a semicircle is obtained. On the back of the head, the wool is combed against the growth of the hair and gently leveled with scissors. In the anus area, the hair is combed along the hairline and clipped. Ass should also look like a semicircle. On the paws, the wool is combed down and trimmed at the same length, and the professionals in their field do not forget to remove the excess wool between the fingers.
At home
If there are no professional groomers in your city or you don’t want to pay big money, you can also trim your pet on your own. However, for this you need to have the necessary skills, otherwise the full-fledged haircut can not be called. If this is your first removal of wool from an animal, then you should start with simpler varieties. However, before this, it is better to study the special literature and watch the training videos.
Before combing should also be combed out, and wash the dog. In addition, the animal must be immobilized without fail to avoid adverse effects.
It is also important to remember that proper haircut stimulates rapid growth and improves the overall condition of the coat, therefore, it is not only the desire to improve the appearance of the pet, but in some cases a necessary measure.
Choice groomer
In connection with the demand for this profession, there are specialized institutions in almost all more or less large cities. The price is different for everyone, ranging from 2,000 to 4,000 thousand rubles. When choosing it is worth paying attention to the experience in this field, what tools are used and what tools. In order not to regret your choice, you should read the reviews in advance and ask your friends about the specialist.
Check with your master if he knows about the characteristics of your pet's breed that needs to be considered. In the modern world, many experts have a narrowly focused specialization. Look at the place of work where the procedure will take place. The place must be neat and clean, and all equipment must be of good quality.
One of the most important qualities of a groomer is the skill of finding contact with pets. The process itself is a huge stress, provided it is a primary experience. Do not leave the animal alone, first attend and see how the dog reacts to everything that happens. Harsh treatment of our smaller brethren is simply unacceptable, if you become an eyewitness of a scornful attitude, then immediately leave the salon and tell everyone you know that none of them will suffer.
Below, watch the video about the process of cutting a spitz under a bear.
