One of my favorite breed of dogs is the Schnauzer. With their long snout, full beard, and arched brows, they truly have a unique look unlike any other breed. Maintaining your pooches unique appeal can be a time consuming task, however Schnauzer dog grooming can be a rewarding experience and an opportunity to strengthen the bond between you and your pet.

The Schnauzer has a very soft under coat and a thick, wiry top coat. The combination of these two coats can make bathing and clipping a bit challenging. The soft under coat will mat and tangle if left uncombed. They need frequent brushing, usually once a day to keep their fur free of mats. The best brush to use is a metal comb with large spacing between the teeth. A pin brush also works well for working tangles out of the under coat. If your dogs hair breaks easily, a brushing conditioner may be used to prevent damage to her coat.

If your dog likes to roll in the grass and dirt, you may want to give her a puppy cut. The shorter cut makes bathing and combing quicker and helps to keep dirt from embedding deep into their fur where it is unseen. A short coat will also help to spot ticks and other pests when combing your dog.

Depending on how dirty your dog gets, bathing may need to be frequent. If she is generally neat and clean, a monthly bath will be enough to keep her looking and feeling good. You should shampoo and condition your dog with a quality Schnauzer dog grooming shampoo, formulated specifically for their fur and skin type. Many of the oatmeal shampoos work well with this breed.

Part of your grooming routine should also include cleaning the ears, eyes, and the teeth. The ears and teeth are especially important because they are prone to infection when left uncleaned. The Schnauzers nails will need to be cut every four to six weeks.

Following these simple tips will help you to keep your dog looking and feeling great.