Some people find shorter combs with handles easier to use. When removing undercoat, keep a close To rinse the beard, point the sprayer away from the dogs head and direct the stream down the beard. Next, comb the eyebrows forward again. A skin conditioning spray is also beneficial. The most commonly used comb is the Greyhound brand/style. I will take it one step further. I use blenders to blend the hair from under the eye towards the beard as seen in the photo of Otto below: NOW, here is Sookie, showing you the way to place lines correctly. Avoid the use of lotions, etc. between the foot pads as well. Inside the rear legs, comb the hair out and trim down making the shape of an A or upside-down V with the hair at the top of the A being longer than the base of the foot. If you go take a look at a cocker pattern, a short legged terrier pattern and even POODLE patterns (for pets, not show) and Bichons, the outline or basic lines are the same, just adjusted for the breed. An ear should be clipped with the direction of hair growth while holding the ear firmly , with the ear flap laying flat on your fingers (palm side). I will endeavor to update these pages soon (and fix the typos! It is easier to lie and plaster it all over their website thinking it makes any difference to folks that know better. weather is wet or cold. Start by clipping down the back of the neck from the base of the skull. Any good quality shampoo will work, whether sold for dogs or for humans. The actual eyebrow itself, by my preferences, is never more than one finger wide. to a spot no further forward than the navel. Perfection is not necessary for a clean proper outline for your pet :-). I have multiple schnauzers to do so I do not bother bathing and blow drying them all beforehand unless I am looking for a very *finished* look such as for photo sessions or for a show coat. Make sure to check that when the dog's head is raised, the edge of the beard is even all the way around the muzzle. In a few weeks time, soft, fuzzy undercoat will begin to reappear, just &d|0bI@6'>Tn*k!/2U[(H!d\4p$0p|kyxKoC=Y]8229!mvU>82 VV~}X-JwSF?p/Md0(wzN0 6o& Despite our best efforts brushing teeth, sometimes you will still see plaque buildup. pointing to the ground. hair with scissors. Some people clip the top side of the tail and leave a bit of feathery fringe on the bottom, again that is personal preference and what you want your pet's tail to look like! Sponsor or Adopt a Special Needs Dog | The AMSC Trimming Chart is helpful both to those who want to learn to groom their Schnauzer themselves and to give to a professional groomer who is skilled, but not very familiar with how a Schnauzer should be trimmed to look its best. As a result, I have to take her beard tighter and thin it out to remove the bulk that otherwise makes her look fat. hair with scissors. A bit of sculpting mousse will help hold the hair and reduce static. eye on your mirror. There is a lot more planned for this upcoming year. Keep fluffing with the comb and scissoring until you get the desired length. The temperature of the water should be warm and not too hot. These are places where knots are commonly found. The human kind will just irritate your dog's mouth and make him salivate profusely! Here is Abby. I go into this further in my print version of this guide. H|S]o0|c:EY:9NEvjo]Pey96Y9nY05Ef\7MZ4`x\!Okc_md\LOrC8J(;\:uT-yHROJxlq`!l>O2#W!{-b4DwVQGq1 )D05IM'rXl Bgna-npN6zmY*=R.yCw=9": I|oe\qe"7;C12$JP#rVBE(^BiXk5]$vP$4UMR ?$_{6xd1$+~}'}FpQrV)Dicu:nzh-YY?;e>/{ol5/go ? Going from elbow to rear leg, clip from the top to the bottom of the rib cage until you are about level with the elbows. that were cut instead of plucked. Lets begin learning how to groom the Miniature Schnauzer one step at a time. So when it was brought to our attention recently that said third website had some close similarities to ours, some places yes it appeared to be word for word, we changed ours ASAP as in no way do we steal info and we surely do not wish to be associated IN ANY WAY with inferior condescending breeders with questionable motives or inferior sites such as them. need be. Breed Information | Taking Your New Dog Home | However, do watch that Keep in mind that these grooming tips are for pet miniature schnauzers, and are for the ease and comfort of both owner and dog. The wiry topcoat, which is required for the show ring, is maintained by hand stripping. will keep excess undercoat at bay. The arm should be set at a comfortable height for the dog . shaping the legs, underline and head. (especially for novices) when stripping a Mini Schnauzer. | You also may use a descaler for plaque buildup. Having said that, I usually just comb out mats, fluff up the hair and trim it without washing first. Clean the blades and re-oil them after a grooming session before you put them away. SO, once you know this pattern correctly you can adjust it to fit any patterned LL terrier out there. Brush the legs up. Click on the chart for a larger version that will print well on 8 x 11 paper, landscape layout. between the foot pads as well. Rolling the jacket weather is wet or cold. Shampoo made for people can upset the PH balance of your dog's skin and should never be used. Poor quality scissors will not hold their edges and will become dull fairly quickly. 206 0 obj <> endobj Pay special attention not to nick the flaps of skin at the bottom of the ear as it is very easy for the blade to cut the edge of the ear. Avoid the use of lotions, etc. You may need hemostats for pulling ear hair out of the ear canal if it gets too thick and out of control. It is geared more towards Giant Schnauzers, but the lines are the same. Alternatively, you can grind nails with an electric grinder. hbbd```b``" e?LH(ei&@ddbZL@cA"@T&30J0 7- Using the #10 blade or the longer length if your blade is adjustable, clip with the hair growth, starting where the back of the skull meets the top of the neck, and clip the entire back all the way back to the tail. Scissoring and clipperwork A home made one will do if you are handy or know anyone that is handy. The blade used on the body depends on the coat texture and thickness. You may also use a comb attachment with your blade (if you have one) to shorten the leg furnishings while leaving a little length. They are now very quick to jump in and laughably accuse us of pure garbage when they never had the decency to even ask us about it, much less ask us to change or remove anything. Always use lukewarm water when bathing, and be sure that you rinse, rinse and rinse again so that all shampoo is out of the coat, as that little bit of sudsy residue that you miss can cause dry flaky skin. grooming you admire and then ask for advice when they have a free When scissoring the side of the beard, hold the scissors parallel to the side of the head and dont point them in towards the beard. My first rule of thumb is never clip against the grain of the hair, as you can cause severe razor burn, which can lead to infections which can be very difficult to clear up. These are used for dogs with thinner furnishings or a first brush-through of the furnishings. Begin by clippering the cheeks, ears, butterfly under the tail and tummy It comes with finely spaced teeth and medium spaced teeth and thus is very versatile. bathed and blown dry, using the slicker brush to seperate and fluff the It is the groom I start my groomers out on as soon as they have mastered shave downs. Mail order catalogs that specialize in dog show or dog grooming equipment are usually the best source of quality grooming equipment. My thoughts are because they knew full well that we did not get it from there. When wetting the top of the head, lift the head up and direct the spray towards the back of the dog. A pic of the finished job A bit of sculpting mousse will help hold the hair and reduce static. Cal. The neck and chest is clipped downwards from the chin under the beard to a point approximately level with the elbows. Clip the front down to the start of the front leg, usually where the white bow tie is on a Salt and Pepper or Black and Silver Schnauzer. The Remove hair from the pads of the feet by either scissoring or clippering using a #40 blade. eye on your mirror. Note: It has recently (summer 2007) been brought to my attention by some very kind observers that there are other websites in existence with grooming pages that are, to one extent or another, very similar to ours. First you will need a pair of electric dog clippers. If needed you can wash the beard and leg furnishings a little more often than the whole body, to tidy things up and keep them clean. Once you learn to groom a schnauzer you can groom virtually any breed in the world with a few adjustments. Dogs with thicker furnishings will require more brushing and maintaining than those with sparser hair. Begin by clippering the cheeks, ears, butterfly under the tail and tummy problem. clipper the white portions of the chest, but do not dive too deeply By taking the lines slightly inside the eye corner and then bulk th inning her beard a little bit I was able to make her look more like the square, angular head you want in this breed. The secret to fluffy and straight leg furnishings is to make sure that the leg furnishings are blown out straight and completely dry. Then I use the same procedure for the back legs, and then check the *armpits* and belly and make sure there are no mats. Always pull in Airedales, Welsh Terriers, Wire Fox Terriers, Brussels Griffons, Lakeland Terriers and even Soft Coated Wheaten terriers and Kerry Blues have the same profile (shape) only longer and slightly more stylized. And last but not least, you will need a doggy toothbrush and doggy toothpaste. You should be careful to never get water in a dog's ears as it could cause ear infections, and be careful to keep shampoo out of your dog's eyes. The wiry topcoat will become soft with clippering, but clippering is easier, less expensive to have done, and easier on the dog. Pull carefully to avoid irritating the inside of the ear. Cal. Use a gentle circular motion. These can be treated with a soothing antibiotic rub or powder if There are a few types of nail clippers. Aww heck ,who am I kidding? Follow this line along the sides of the body also. Any loose hairs around the outer eye can be trimmed with scissors. It makes it faster and less stressful on the dog and the groomer if the dog is standing still. pointing to the ground. Both come in battery and plug-in models. I like to use what is called a Zoom Groom, a rubber hand held massager/brush on the shorter back coat to keep it neat and tidy and to stimulate the skin. Make sure to use clipper oil on the mechanics of the blades before you use them. If the eyebrows are wanting to move while you trim or are curling backwards you can apply a bit of water and comb them forward or apply some gel or hairspray to your fingers and the hair will co-operate better that way. There may also be some scraggly leftovers, hairs Trim the hair on the foot before grinding and be careful when using any of the grinders because the hair can be caught on the spinning tool shaft if you are not careful. Belly hair can be clipped from the genitals up to about the navel as well as part of the hair on the inner legs to keep things tidy. Your mini schnauzer should be bathed only as often as required. Don't remove too many H\n@E|E/Eb YrDb| j~r4H{*wM3!]`YYo4S:~8Y]Wx. Remember to oil your clipper blades often while you groom. Don't skimp on quality when buying scissors. The hair must be pulled from the roots - not cut. with your line of sight. From just inside the corner of the eye to the whisker mole and all the way around. Trim all hair from between the large foot pad and the toe pads of the bottom of the foot by either clipping or scissoring, and the nails are trimmed as short as possible by lifting each foot up and cutting the nails from the underside. problem. You will need a pair of nail clippers; we prefer the scissors type for better control, and also some styptic powder in case you nick any nails to stop the bleeding. When you get to the forechest, that will define the neck from the chest on the dog. Otherwise, you have no idea what you are trimming. Your dog's teeth should be brushed every day to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. This is especially useful for fuller furnishings. I clipper the back of the head towards the eyebrow itself stopping just before that ridge starts and lifting my clipper off into the brow hair. The underbelly should be trimmed so that it gently tapers upwards toward the back legs. I say ALMOST because there will be some dogs that you decided later to adjust forward or backward depending on the shape of the head or the owners preferences. While holding the leg furnishings safely away from the clippers, clip the remaining hair on the outer thigh downwards, following the outline of the leg down to the stifle and then curving rearward well above the hock. I know many people prefer to leave that hair, but I find it looks bulky, and I like a clear, open eye. Put a sweater on or keep his trips outside brief if the The hair on the top of the muzzle can be parted and combed downwards, and even though it is technically not supposed to be shaved, some owners prefer that a narrow strip be shaved up the top of the muzzle, from behind the nose up to the stop, and if this is preferred for your pet for ease of grooming, that is fine. For more detailed instructions and charts including hand stripping patterns, order the Miniature Schnauzer Grooming Charts from the AMSC Store page of AMSC's website. your scissors will become dull more quickly by trimming chalked If a dog has a slightly full face you will go just a tad more inside (the width of your first finger) and if the dog is SKINNIER In the face, you can bring the line back further to the corner of the eye, but never go beyond that point. Scissoring should be done with straight scissors, using angled cuts, tips After brushing you should comb through the furnishing to make sure all the knots are out. The AMSC allows you to print as many paper copies as you wish, and to distribute paper copies to others, so long as (1) you do not charge for the copies, and (3) you do not remove or alter this notice regarding the AMSCs ownership and copyright and the limited rights the AMSC is granting. Thinning shears allow the groomer to blend between the clippered and scissored areas or the clippered and stripped areas. endstream endobj startxref Study the trims of other exhibitors who's For the rear legs, comb down the hair at the base of the foot and trim around the foot. furnishings, but the purpose of trimming is to trim legs, not keep scissors Use thinning shears to help blend the two lengths of hair where they meet on the leg so it is not such a bulky obvious line. for severe winter weather - a stripped dog is without a coat and will As the coat begins to take shape, raking with an extra fine stripping knife Fortunately, the various clipper and blade makers use consistent designations for blades. The dogs head is secured through the noose like a collar. This requires patience and time. Move around the dog as you trim and check the results From the Miniature Schnauzer Club of Americas grooming page: Blend hair below back corner. Then clip from the under side of the beard down the throat. I use #30 blade for these areas. Rolling the jacket Author's note: These grooming pages were written in 2000, and since then a few things have changed, primarily In this method, These can be purchased through dog grooming supply houses. to a spot no further forward than the navel. You will need at least a #10 and a #30. Make smooth strokes, and even hold the skin a little taught, in order to help prevent skin irritation and clipper burn. Keep your clipper blades well oiled. There may also be some scraggly leftovers, hairs Always pull in day intervals. Using toothpaste made specifically for dogs, put some on a dog toothbrush. %%EOF A grooming table, arm and noose are invaluable grooming aids. (Yes, Additional useful sizes are #40 (used on the ears), #7F (used instead of a #10 on the body of dogs that have thin coats) and a #15 (used instead of a #30 on dogs with sensitive skin that tend to get razor burns if clipped too closely). Stripping w/knife The head should be trimmed to appear rectangular in shape. it is best to begin with an untrimmed puppy or adult in blown coat. Your mini schnauzer should always be thoroughly combed out both before and after his bath to prevent any matting. The following diagrams are based on a Miniature Schnauzer of correct If your dog's ears are not overly hairy in the ear canal then there is no need to upset the dog and yourself by needlessly pulling the hair out; in my vet's words.."if it ain't broke don't fix it"!! To have both hands free while using an electric dryer, stick the dryer through something tied around your waist. Comb the hair on the front leg so it stands out. It's important to leave some undercoat to create smooth Avoid rubbing to help prevent tangling the furnishings. at a time - this is painful for the dog and for your hands. The eyebrows should be combed down towards the nose, and then the beard should be combed forwards and down from under the chin. If you go beyond that point it will look cheeky and it will be impossible to get the beard to lay flat. knife and thumb, a few at a time, until the area worked on is completely protected with shade or a light jacket when outside. As a result of this pattern being so common and all encompassing, lots of owners and groomers of other breeds including Yorkies, Shih-Tzu and many mixes have adopted this pattern into their pet grooming styles. Place your finger right behind the eye on top of the head and you will feel a small groove that your finger will fit into. Trim excessive hair from As you can see in the photo above, the beard lines start ever so slightly (usually the width of your little finger) and then you play connect the dots. She has the poofiest cheeks I think I have ever seen on a schnauzer. for severe winter weather - a stripped dog is without a coat and will Brush out the dog before bathing or clipping to remove any matts in the furnishings because matts become larger when wet. Usually you will be okay if you stop when you see a little dark circle (the beginning of the quick) appearing in the center of the nail as you cut. This area should be blended into the fore leg in my choice of stripping knives. Styptic powder should be ready in case you nick the quick and it starts to bleed. Nails should be trimmed every two weeks at least, preferably once a week; if the nails click as the dog walks, they are probably too long. 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