As part of the package, this would include the grooming of your Westie. I am not talking as a show dog. Westhighland terriers are an elegant looking and smart dog . It has such beautiful eyes, which is my favorite feature.
Its class is terrier and origin, as the name suggests, Scottish. The color is white. Did I say white? No definitely not today. However, when he or she has dug up part of your newly planted scrubs, you would like to strangle it.
Here are some success tips on how to groom your westie. I am not talking about turning out a show dog. If this is what you want, then go to a groomer. They can be found in every town and city from London to New York to Atlanta.
1. Most Westies enjoy being groomed. Begin brushing and examining your Westie when it is very young. Be positive, patient and gentle.
2. Grooming is a part of your Westie's general health care and hygiene routine. It includes brushing, combing, nail-clipping, ear and dental care, bathing and scissoring, stripping or clipping of hair coats. Regular grooming stimulates circulation, improves appearance and reduces shedding.
3. It also enables you to discover lumps, lesions, cuts, scratches or external parasites. Frequent haircuts are even more important for Westies than for humans. Long hair breeds dirt, bacteria and is more prone to matting.
4. Use the proper grooming tools for the job. Consult your breeder, veterinarian or other Westie professional for guidance.
5. A full grooming may include a bath. Water for a Westie's bath should be tepid. Be sure to use a non-skid mat in the tub.
(Disclaimer: Any information contained in this site relating to various medical, health and fitness conditions of Westies or other animals and their treatments is for informational purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for the advice provided by your own veterinarian. You should not use the information contained herein for diagnosing the health of any animal. You should always consult and check with your own vet or veterinarian.)
West Highland Terrier Grooming
West Highland White Terriers need to be brushed often. Daily is best but do not make the mistake of thinking that you can skip this brushing for days on end. Westies have coats that vary quite a bit. Your dog may have a hard, straight outer-coat and a thick, short, soft undercoat. He may have a soft top coat that is wavy or no undercoat at all. No matter what type of coat your Westie has you should plan on a daily or every other day brushing.
Begin brushing your Westie when he is a puppy. Sometimes people wait until the dog is older before they begin the brushing routine. This is a mistake because the sooner your Westie gets used to the brushing the sooner he will realize that this is part of a daily routine. You can train the puppy to stand still and he will actually look forward to this part of the grooming regimen.
Do not make the mistake of waiting too long between trims. A Westie's
coat must be trimmed on a regular basis to keep it in shape. Unless you are skilled and have experience at trimming Westies you should seek the help of a professional groomer. Make sure you find a dog groomer who knows how to properly trim a Westie.
Some groomers wash each dog after grooming but this really is not necessary for West Highland Terriers. These dogs are quite clean after the outer-coat has been removed and do not need to be bathed.
There is a correct way to trim a Westie and this is why it is important to find a dog groomer who is knowledgeable and experienced with Westies. Each part of the dog's body needs special attention. The body is trimmed in a certain way as is the tail, the hindquarters, the forequarters, the feet and head.
You can keep your Westie looking fabulous when you avoid these grooming mistakes.
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