Daschund Grooming

Grooming is important for the overall health and good looks of daschunds. Daschund grooming generally includes brushing out the coat, bathing, and giving special attention to its eyes, feet and skin. Grooming techniques and methods vary according to the different coats of daschunds - shorthaired, wire-haired and longhaired.

Short-haired coats can be easily groomed with the help of a damp cloth. But fawn and chocolate colored, short-haired daschunds have greater chances for skin burn if exposed to sunlight. Applying sunscreen with mink oil is effective for short-haired pets with skin problems. It is a big challenge to keep wire-haired daschunds looking their best. This variety of daschund is required to strip its coat at least 2 - 3 times a year. They also need a thorough brushing each week.

Grooming a long-haired daschund also requires some expertise and skill. It is always advisable to seek the assistance of a professional to groom long-haired daschunds. Long-haired daschunds have to be blow-dried after bathing. They should be properly brushed, trimmed and clipped to maintain a shiny, longhaired coat. A comb or a brush with soft bristles can be used to untangle knots.

Problems like bald spots, bump, and swelling affecting daschunds must be immediately brought to the attention of a veterinarian, as these signs may be symptoms of some kind of disease. Special attention must also be given to the ears, nails and teeth.

A soft, moist towel can be used to clean and remove earwax. Nails should be trimmed at least once a week to prevent digging in your garden. Cleaning teeth includes an oral examination, root scaling, root planning, polishing, and supragingival plaque and tartar removal using hand instruments. Proper treatment for worm infestations is also a part of daschund grooming.

In the US, there are a lot number of daschund grooming salons offering state of the art facilities for all your pet's grooming needs, from hair cuts and exotic styling to pedicures and skin care.

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