How to Groom a Scottish Terrier
Scottish terriers are wonderful dogs for any family. They do require special attention with grooming. Without proper grooming they can develop serious skin irritations and conditions that may require medical treatment. Grooming a Scottish terrier is simple once you learn how.
Knowing how to properly groom a Scottish terrier is something that is very important. These dogs will require a lot of care with their grooming because of the type of hair that they have. You will find that with the right tools and a little practice that you will soon become an expert at properly grooming these small dogs.
What You’ll Need:
- Steel Comb
- Thinning Shears
- Natural Bristle Brush
- Pin Brush
- Slicker Brush
- High Protein Shampoo
- Take time out at least once a week to brush out their coat. Their hair is very wiry and harsh will benefit a lot from being brushed thoroughly. You will need to use your natural bristle brush, slicker and pin brush and a steel comb. While their hair may be wiry and harsh, it is very soft underneath. Be sure that you brush them down to their skin whenever you brush them to ensure that there are no tangles left.
- Find a shampoo that is made specifically for these types of dogs. They have skin that tends to get very dry and sometimes can irritate them. Make sure that you find shampoo that has a lot of protein to keep their skin healthy and hydrated.
- Check their bodies for hair that has clumped together. Using thinning shears will help to remedy this. It is a good idea to have your Scottish terrier get trimmed professionally about twice a year. Between doing this and regular brushings you will have no problem keeping your terrier looking and feeling their best.