Grooming the Siberian Husky
On the first look, Siberian Huskies look like dogs that require intensive grooming. This feeling is partly created due to the thick furred coats as it is a known fact that thick furred dogs tend to shed the hair. However, the truth is far from this and a few pointers will help in grooming your Husky in a relatively easier manner.
Contrary to the popular belief, grooming Siberian Huskies are quite easy as these dogs are adept at cleaning themselves. As known, these dogs enjoy playing in mud and digging holes; however, these dogs are also quite efficient at cleaning themselves which ensures that they remain odorless and do not require to be bathed regularly. While bathing the dogs, owners can use a regular pet shampoo. It needs to be kept in mind that this dog should not be bathed regularly as the regular bathing will strip these dogs’ coats of natural oils and will leave the dogs with dry coats. In case these dogs are brought up in warmer climate, it would be a good idea to use a conditioner with sun screen which will help avoid sun burns. Also, ensure that residue shampoo or conditioner is not left on the coat as this can result in hot spots. Also, once the bathing is done, it should be ensured that the dog is towel dried as much as possible.
Though bathing a Siberian Husky is comparatively easy, the same cannot be said about brushing this dog. Siberian Huskies have two coats which help to protect them from both extreme heat and cold. Siberian Huskies shed their coats twice in a year normally, and this shedding lasts for approximately three weeks. However, it is noticed that Siberian Huskies brought up in warmer climates tend to shed all year. However, under no circumstance should the outer coat or undercoat of a Husky shaved off as it is the presence of both these coats that keep these dogs safe from extreme weathers.
While grooming a Husky, it is necessary to have a coat rake, comb, rubber curry brush and pin brush assembled. This is especially so because Siberian Huskies shed heavily. Starting off with the coat rake, the loose clumps of hair should be removed before moving on to using a comb or a brush. Spraying water mixed with conditioner while brushing will help avoid tangles and breakage. Also, a good idea would to do grooming in short sessions so that the Huskies will be comfortable. It is also to be kept in mind that regular grooming will give the dogs a shiny coat as the brushing will help release natural oils. In case ticks are found while brushing, remove the ticks using tweezers without leaving the heads back on the dog’s body. Otherwise, applying a little oil or Vaseline on the tick will do the trick as this will force the tick to come up for breath when it can be removed easily.
In order to trim the nails, always use a nail clipper and make sure that they are not clipped too low as this will result in bleeding. In case of bleeding, try and make sure that the bleeding is stopped immediately.
While grooming Siberian Huskies, always reward them with little treats at the end of the grooming sessions so that they will look at these sessions as a positive experience.
Contrary to the popular belief, grooming Siberian Huskies are quite easy as these dogs are adept at cleaning themselves. As known, these dogs enjoy playing in mud and digging holes; however, these dogs are also quite efficient at cleaning themselves which ensures that they remain odorless and do not require to be bathed regularly. While bathing the dogs, owners can use a regular pet shampoo. It needs to be kept in mind that this dog should not be bathed regularly as the regular bathing will strip these dogs’ coats of natural oils and will leave the dogs with dry coats. In case these dogs are brought up in warmer climate, it would be a good idea to use a conditioner with sun screen which will help avoid sun burns. Also, ensure that residue shampoo or conditioner is not left on the coat as this can result in hot spots. Also, once the bathing is done, it should be ensured that the dog is towel dried as much as possible.
Though bathing a Siberian Husky is comparatively easy, the same cannot be said about brushing this dog. Siberian Huskies have two coats which help to protect them from both extreme heat and cold. Siberian Huskies shed their coats twice in a year normally, and this shedding lasts for approximately three weeks. However, it is noticed that Siberian Huskies brought up in warmer climates tend to shed all year. However, under no circumstance should the outer coat or undercoat of a Husky shaved off as it is the presence of both these coats that keep these dogs safe from extreme weathers.
While grooming a Husky, it is necessary to have a coat rake, comb, rubber curry brush and pin brush assembled. This is especially so because Siberian Huskies shed heavily. Starting off with the coat rake, the loose clumps of hair should be removed before moving on to using a comb or a brush. Spraying water mixed with conditioner while brushing will help avoid tangles and breakage. Also, a good idea would to do grooming in short sessions so that the Huskies will be comfortable. It is also to be kept in mind that regular grooming will give the dogs a shiny coat as the brushing will help release natural oils. In case ticks are found while brushing, remove the ticks using tweezers without leaving the heads back on the dog’s body. Otherwise, applying a little oil or Vaseline on the tick will do the trick as this will force the tick to come up for breath when it can be removed easily.
In order to trim the nails, always use a nail clipper and make sure that they are not clipped too low as this will result in bleeding. In case of bleeding, try and make sure that the bleeding is stopped immediately.
While grooming Siberian Huskies, always reward them with little treats at the end of the grooming sessions so that they will look at these sessions as a positive experience.
