Border Collies (definite introduction)
The Border Collie is a large dog with a double-layered fur of moderate length. The young fur will form the lower layer of fur of the adult dog, and the outer layer of fur will grow as the dog ages. Every spring, when they replace their winter undercoats, Border Collies undergo a major shedding operation. Female dogs that are not ovariectomized may also lose hair when they are in heat and when they are weaning their puppies.
Border Collies should be well groomed, at least three times a week. This is very important for several reasons: First, this is a great opportunity to get close to your dog and check them for lice, flea infestations, lumps, ear infections, and pad damage. And many other things that need attention. You should have the following inspection or management equipment: puppy hair brush, regular hair brush, brush with needle and bristles, comb for long hair, cutter or knife for knotting hair (please use it carefully), high-end brush High-quality nail clippers, styptic powder or gel, high-quality dog bath liquid or shampoo, conditioner, etc. (do not use human products), dog toothbrush and toothpaste (also do not use human products).
From the beginning of a puppy, you can only use a soft brush and brush it gently until its hair grows out. Otherwise, you will hurt the puppy’s skin and make them very uncomfortable. This will also lead to many problems in the future. question. When you are grooming your puppy, you have to give him a lot of praise or praise, and you want him to feel that this is a very enjoyable thing. Brush all parts of the puppy's body thoroughly, paying special attention to the hair behind the ears, the hair under the front legs and the hair on the tail. These places are easy to get knotted. Trim your puppy's toes (the pink part that grows out) once a week. It can help your dog's claws grow tighter and denser. If you let your toenails grow, your dog's claws will fall apart. When a puppy is one year old, it should be trimmed about once every two weeks, depending on the length of its toenails. Puppies and older dogs alike should not be bathed more than twice in the first month, even when they are very dirty. If they bathe too much, their appearance will be very dry.
For adult dogs, first use a puppy brush to brush the hair behind the ears, the hair under the front legs and the inner hair. These are very tender parts, so the puppy brush is softer and softer. Be gentle.
Next, use a regular brush to brush all the dogs, starting from the new part and going everywhere. This will help get rid of broken hairs (theseBroken hair can lead to knotting). It is best to use a plastic bag to collect these broken hairs. Make sure you brush the hind legs (these are particularly prone to knotting) and the tail (some dogs have particularly fluffy and frizzy tails), then gently comb them again with the comb.
If you find a rough spot, grab the hair in that area with one hand and use a comb to smooth it out with the other. It is best to grab a little less hair at a time and comb it repeatedly. If there is a large area of knotting, you can use a cutter or knife to cut off the knotted hair, with the sharp end facing the end of the knotted hair to cut it off. Please be careful when doing these things, as you can easily injure your dog and yourself.
If you encounter a serious knot, it is best to take him to see professional nursing personnel. Finally, comb the dog with a brush with needles and bristles. Use the part with the mane to comb the dog's face and body, and then use the part with the bristle part to comb the hair on the tail and butt. Next, you should trim your dog's nails, brush his teeth, and check his ears for any signs of inflammation or bad odor, which are all signs that you should visit your veterinarian.
Remember to groom your dog thoroughly before bathing it. Once the knot becomes wet, it will become tighter and tighter until it is almost impossible to open it, and then the only way is to cut it off. Tangled coats are very painful for dogs, especially when they become very tight. Use a bathtub or shower to bathe your dog (I personally prefer to use a shower. Dogs don’t like to stand in dirty water and they all like a water massage).
Dogs, like people, don’t like bathing in cold water. In addition, the dog will be washed cleaner with warm water. Natural water temperature should be about the same as room temperature or only slightly warmer. If the dog shivers while being washed, the water is too cold, and if the dog is panting, the water is too hot (remember, dogs are prone to fever so keep an eye on these).
To use a professional shampoo, you can first add water to the basin to weaken it, and then use a towel or sponge to bathe the dog. Remember to take good care of your dog's ears when you flush them. And use a towel dipped in clean water to wash the dog's face (around the eyes, nose and mouth). I often soap the dog twice and then rinse it with water twice (you will be surprised to find that there are still so many dirty things washed out after the second wash).
Hand it down, use conditioner (if necessary) and then rinse thoroughly. Otherwise, there will be a layer of mucous membrane on the dog's fur, which will easily stick to dirty items. You can use a towel to do it on the dog, or use a short warm air dryer to do it. Don't let your dog outside until he's thoroughly done with it (nothing collects dirt more easily than wet fur).
When the dog is done, it needs to be brushed again. Remember that it is best to let the dog clean its intestines and stomach outside before bathing it. Natural bathing should also be completed before feeding the dog.
Also use lots of praise while bathing. Remember that the strength of your dog's coat comes from the inside (i.e., the proper nutrients). This is to keep his coat shiny and gorgeous from the inside out.
If he has malnutrition or health problems, do not bathe the dog too many times, as this will make his appearance look brighter.
If the dog’s nutrition isIt's suitable, but if the hair looks a little dark or furry, you have to suspect that there are bugs in the hair or a thyroid problem, and you have to take him to see a doctor.
If the dog likes to rub its buttocks, it is most likely a problem with Su Mu’s anal glands. If Su Mu, who often eats meat, does not squeeze his anus, it will be more likely to cause anal gland inflammation. Anal glands should be cleaned regularly.
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