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One of the most eye-catching features of a Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu mix is their glorious, flowing and soft coat. In show Shih Tzus, this coat covers the eyes and reaches to the ground. In ancient China, where the breed originated, a long thick coat was necessary for survival in the drafty royal palaces. But that coat is a bear to deal with every single day.
Only show Shih Tzus should be kept in a full coat. Otherwise, the average Shih Tzu owner will go insane. Shih Tzu grooming of a full coat takes just as long as grooming the full coat of an Afghan hound (a much bigger dog). And your local climate is probably a lot more temperate than Northern China. If you live hot climates, a full coat will kill your dog. All breeding and pet Shih Tzus' coats should be kept in a Shih Tzu puppy clip.
A professional dog groomer best accomplishes The Shih Tzu puppy cut. They can easily be found now at large pet store chains and near veterinary offices. You need experience clipping dogs – or at lest trimming hedges – before attempting to tame the Shih Tzu coat. After watching a few times, you might be able to get the gist of trimming, but Shih Tzu grooming like this is tricky. Dogs are pretty forgiving creatures, but Shih Tzus tend to be vainer than most and will not forget bad haircuts.
Your Shih Tzu will have to return to the groomer every four to six weeks to keep the fast growing coat under control. Shih Tzu coats also seem to be a magnet for every particle of dirt around. Fortunately, Shih Tzus would rather perch in your lap than romp over hill and dale. They get miserable when their coats are matted, which can easily happen unless you take some time to brush your Shih Tzu every day.
To achieve theShih Tzu puppy cut hold the clippers like a pencil in your dominant hand. This may feel awkward at first, but gets easier with practice. Hold as lightly, yet as firmly, as you can and sweep over the dog’s coat. Leave the face for scissors and get someone to hold the dog if necessary. Smile and act as casual as possible to keep the dog calm. Scissors are used for the coat, but not for the nails. You need a guillotine-style nail clipper to make an efficient, safe cut on the nail.
Scissors can be used to trim any uneven areas and are especially recommended for delicate areas like the face and anal region. Lots of people like to leave a pageboy or pudding bowl cap on the dog’s head for a cute effect that balances the look of the trim Shih Tzu puppy cut well. Afterwards, give your dog a special treat and a break afterwords. Remember, this gets easier the more times you do it!
There would be fewer Shih Tzus abandoned if all owners knew about theirShih Tzu grooming options. Lovers of this bred can be found collecting everything connected with Shih Tzus, includingShih Tzu grooming supplies.
Only show Shih Tzus should be kept in a full coat. Otherwise, the average Shih Tzu owner will go insane. Shih Tzu grooming of a full coat takes just as long as grooming the full coat of an Afghan hound (a much bigger dog). And your local climate is probably a lot more temperate than Northern China. If you live hot climates, a full coat will kill your dog. All breeding and pet Shih Tzus' coats should be kept in a Shih Tzu puppy clip.
A professional dog groomer best accomplishes The Shih Tzu puppy cut. They can easily be found now at large pet store chains and near veterinary offices. You need experience clipping dogs – or at lest trimming hedges – before attempting to tame the Shih Tzu coat. After watching a few times, you might be able to get the gist of trimming, but Shih Tzu grooming like this is tricky. Dogs are pretty forgiving creatures, but Shih Tzus tend to be vainer than most and will not forget bad haircuts.
Your Shih Tzu will have to return to the groomer every four to six weeks to keep the fast growing coat under control. Shih Tzu coats also seem to be a magnet for every particle of dirt around. Fortunately, Shih Tzus would rather perch in your lap than romp over hill and dale. They get miserable when their coats are matted, which can easily happen unless you take some time to brush your Shih Tzu every day.
To achieve theShih Tzu puppy cut hold the clippers like a pencil in your dominant hand. This may feel awkward at first, but gets easier with practice. Hold as lightly, yet as firmly, as you can and sweep over the dog’s coat. Leave the face for scissors and get someone to hold the dog if necessary. Smile and act as casual as possible to keep the dog calm. Scissors are used for the coat, but not for the nails. You need a guillotine-style nail clipper to make an efficient, safe cut on the nail.
Scissors can be used to trim any uneven areas and are especially recommended for delicate areas like the face and anal region. Lots of people like to leave a pageboy or pudding bowl cap on the dog’s head for a cute effect that balances the look of the trim Shih Tzu puppy cut well. Afterwards, give your dog a special treat and a break afterwords. Remember, this gets easier the more times you do it!
There would be fewer Shih Tzus abandoned if all owners knew about theirShih Tzu grooming options. Lovers of this bred can be found collecting everything connected with Shih Tzus, includingShih Tzu grooming supplies.
