If you go beyond that point it will look cheeky and it will be impossible to get the beard to lay flat. Both have detachable blades, and the blades from either brand will fit the other. Ok, so the photo of Sookies neck isnt working, so I have pulled out this dogs photo to show you my next step. indicated, following the pattern by stripping the subsequent sections in 7 Blow dry while brushing the hair upwards with a brush, and then once it is all dry, comb out all the leg hair to remove any small mats you may have missed. protected with shade or a light jacket when outside. For most dogs, use a #10 blade is used, cutting with the grain of the hair. It is the groom I start my groomers out on as soon as they have mastered shave downs. Dilute the shampoo with water according to the label. 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As you can see in the photo above, the beard lines start ever so slightly (usually the width of your little finger) and then you play connect the dots. The blade number indicates the closeness of the cutthe higher the number, the closer the cut. H|S]o0|c:EY:9NEvjo]Pey96Y9nY05Ef\7MZ4`x\!Okc_md\LOrC8J(;\:uT-yHROJxlq`!l>O2#W!{-b4DwVQGq1 )D05IM'rXl Bgna-npN6zmY*=R.yCw=9": I|oe\qe"7;C12$JP#rVBE(^BiXk5]$vP$4UMR ?$_{6xd1$+~}'}FpQrV)Dicu:nzh-YY?;e>/{ol5/go ? grooming you admire and then ask for advice when they have a free As long as the general public has access to information to enable them to be able to groom their schnauzers themselves if they wish, that is all that matters to us, so they can save the expense and have the joy of more time spent with their babies :-). Click on the chart for a larger version that will print well on 8 x 11 paper, landscape layout. I say ALMOST because there will be some dogs that you decided later to adjust forward or backward depending on the shape of the head or the owners preferences. Sponsor or Adopt a Special Needs Dog | Any odd flyaway hair or eye lashes under the eyebrow should be tidied up as well. Teaching your dog stand/stay is invaluable. Comb the hair on the front leg so it stands out. Brush the beard and eyebrows down. There are many good dog shampoos on the market, but we prefer to use ones that are as natural as possible and preferably not tested on animals. In this method, grooming you admire and then ask for advice when they have a free The hair on the top of the muzzle can be parted and combed downwards, and even though it is technically not supposed to be shaved, some owners prefer that a narrow strip be shaved up the top of the muzzle, from behind the nose up to the stop, and if this is preferred for your pet for ease of grooming, that is fine. Then clip from the under side of the beard down the throat. Pin brushes have straight metal pins in a cushioned backing, often with small plastic balls at the pin tips to avoid scratching. It would take traffic to their site that they otherwise would not getlol. Your miniature schnauzer's beard and leg furnishings should be combed at least a couple of times weekly to prevent the hair from matting. Dont cut away the top part of the beard or mask and be careful not to cut any hair under the eyes or a hollowed out expression will result. Styptic powder should be ready in case you nick the quick and it starts to bleed. Diagrams of the basic trim lines that should be followed in The most important thing to remember: have fun and enjoy your miniature schnauzer!!!!!!! We angle them tightly to the outside corner and arch over the nose. As for setting the brow shape, many owners ask for short brows which causes the face to look funny. Perfection is not necessary for a clean proper outline for your pet :-). Practice makes perfect. Prior to any trimming taking place, the furnishings and beard should be Thinning shears allow the groomer to blend between the clippered and scissored areas or the clippered and stripped areas. Rear legs are basically the same from the hock down, and the leg fringe can be trimmed to follow the body outline while accentuating nice curve of stifle. indicated, following the pattern by stripping the subsequent sections in 7 Scissoring should be done with straight scissors, using angled cuts, tips hN@d )!9Rg\Bn@fVwsW}_w>9 o}UEDYQ.bEIqMQf$3>x^F=p% sivz You can laminate it in clear plastic if you wish to use the chart on an ongoing basis. Next, comb the eyebrows forward again. with your line of sight. to a spot no further forward than the navel. process is simple - you simply remove all the hair in the section Diagrams of the basic trim lines that should be followed in hair with scissors. The Oster A5 or the Andis AG are the most commonly used brands and models. Don't remove too many endstream endobj 207 0 obj <>/Metadata 49 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[221 0 R]>>/Outlines 75 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 204 0 R/StructTreeRoot 86 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 208 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/Shading<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Type/Page>> endobj 209 0 obj <>stream That ridge is the line which I use to set my brow lines. I will take it one step further. Follow this line along the sides of the body also. We are the first to admit that we in no way claim to own the rights to be able to have a grooming pagelol.and while we thank the very kind folks that brought it to our attention, we were aware of it and even though our pages are clearly copyrighted, we have no problem at all with others having similar grooming pages. You can leave a little longer fringe on the chest between the elbows if desired but you should not leave too much length, just as there should not be a VERY long skirt around the body, but a slightly longer belly fringe around the body right back to the hind legs does add a very nice finished look. Usually the quick does not grow beyond the beginning of this area and it is usually safe to cut as shown on the diagram.        Raking undercoat bathed and blown dry, using the slicker brush to seperate and fluff the I like to use what is called a Zoom Groom, a rubber hand held massager/brush on the shorter back coat to keep it neat and tidy and to stimulate the skin. When removing undercoat, keep a close It is a good idea to keep styptic powder on hand in case the nail quick is nicked and bleeds. From just inside the corner of the eye to the whisker mole and all the way around. need be. Trim excessive hair from There are a few types of nail clippers. Blend the clipped body hair into the underbody furnishings by using the blade turned the opposite way than normal. (Both the A5 and the AG come in single speed and 2-speed, and turbo single speed and 2-speed models. It is best to brush the furnishings and beard at least weekly to keep matts from forming. with your line of sight. Comb the chest hair out and with scissors pointed downward, trim it even with the chest. Cal. As the coat begins to take shape, raking with an extra fine stripping knife Be careful not to go too far down into the elbowstop about 2 fingers above the elbow. 236 0 obj <>stream The hair must be pulled from the roots - not cut. is more than 1/4" in length. They get started setting this pattern BEFORE they actually start finishing shavedowns, because it is a pattern that can be removed after placements on shaved dogs without ruining the shave down AND it teaches them about muscular skeletal structure, anatomy, handling and general use of the equipment. Many people prefer soft slickers with pins that are more flexible than the pins on regular slickers. The most common style has one solid blade and one blade notched with 42 to 46 teeth. So all Miniature Schnauzers should be taught from a young age to stand still on the table. And you will notice that I do not name names, as such people do not deserve such recognition that naming them would provide. The actual eyebrow itself, by my preferences, is never more than one finger wide. With the scissors held vertically, trim the outer edge of the eyebrow in line with the widest part of the skull. Holding the ear safely out of the way, clip from the corner of the eye, along the cheek to the base of the ear. Rescue DogsSo. Begin by clippering the cheeks, ears, butterfly under the tail and tummy still serve most beginners well as a guide to basic show grooming. Brush the beard, legs and underskirt to make sure there are no knots using a slicker brush. Also Here is Abby. Keep the edge, not the flat, of the blades in alignment When doing my clipperwork, I clipper backwards from the ear line to the beard line, usually using a 9 or 10 setting on my Bravura, a 7F if the dog is sensitive. The human kind will just irritate your dog's mouth and make him salivate profusely! This should be done with short blunt nosed scissors. You can use detangling spray if needed to make the job easier. Any of those will suffice.) Be careful to clip in the direction of hair growth where there are cowlicks on the chest. This is especially useful for fuller furnishings. Author's note: These grooming pages were written in 2000, and since then a few things have changed, primarily Remember to oil your clipper blades often while you groom. Apparently they had gotten some of their info from yet a third party page (with or without permisison I have no idea). Nails should be trimmed every two weeks at least, preferably once a week; if the nails click as the dog walks, they are probably too long. Put a sweater on or keep his trips outside brief if the On the day of the show. Clip down the side of the rear legs while folding the leg furnishings in your other hand to prevent cutting off the furnishings. The hair is removed by plucking with forefinger and thumb, or stripping bathed and blown dry, using the slicker brush to seperate and fluff the Go down the back and along the sides of the body. Always pull in As long as the wording is not 100% exact and as long as they use their own pictures, it is perfectly fine with us if others have similar websites, as it should be. will keep excess undercoat at bay. Move around the dog as you trim and check the results It comes with finely spaced teeth and medium spaced teeth and thus is very versatile. Use a gentle circular motion. Aww heck ,who am I kidding? Fortunately, the various clipper and blade makers use consistent designations for blades. You may also use a pair of mini clippers (various brand names) and/or short blunt nose scissors for detail work between the eyes and between foot pads. Dont forget underarms and in between the toes. They help to keep the dog steady and in one place while grooming. chill sooner. 220 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<2ACE88430226AE4D8215D96F1441E1FD><7FEC0D5DFD125B4E9F79E819D6D893B3>]/Index[206 31]/Info 205 0 R/Length 83/Prev 295683/Root 207 0 R/Size 237/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream To have both hands free while using an electric dryer, stick the dryer through something tied around your waist. Shampoo made for people can upset the PH balance of your dog's skin and should never be used. You may notice that in the photo below, there is another mole under my thumb in the middle of the cheek. Remove this "junk" before the new coat %%EOF Clipping the head and trimming the eyebrows. You can use thinning shears to make the longer hair blend more smoothly with the shorter hair so as not to leave an obvious line if you wish. These are places where knots are commonly found. Keep fluffing with the comb and scissoring until you get the desired length. I use #30 blade for these areas. I have also used the less expensive Andis clippers that have an adjustable blade length on the one clipper and they do a good job also. Prior to any trimming taking place, the furnishings and beard should be Then facing the dog's rear, start at the outer edges and clip inwards to the center line under the tail, doing both sides this way, as shown in the picture below. This will help to achieve the correct rectangular appearance. Practice makes perfect. Even if you use a professional groomer, they will be grateful to have a dog that stands still on the table. Hair length beside the elbows should be kept shorter so it does not look bulky from the front, and the hair should gradually get longer as you trim down the leg. The hair is removed by plucking with forefinger and thumb, or stripping Start by clipping down the back of the neck from the base of the skull. in my choice of stripping knives. The underbelly should be trimmed so that it gently tapers upwards toward the back legs. | If the eyebrows are wanting to move while you trim or are curling backwards you can apply a bit of water and comb them forward or apply some gel or hairspray to your fingers and the hair will co-operate better that way. Study the trims of other exhibitors who's SO! the direction the hair grows. I am going to put out a series of blogs on this breed, and at the end it will be turned into a booklet for sale that you can print out and keep in a ring bound notebook for reference. it is best to begin with an untrimmed puppy or adult in blown coat. between the front legs. It is best to get your vet to show you the proper technique. sharp.). Your mini schnauzer should always be thoroughly combed out both before and after his bath to prevent any matting. You should be careful to never get water in a dog's ears as it could cause ear infections, and be careful to keep shampoo out of your dog's eyes. A home made one will do if you are handy or know anyone that is handy. A bit of sculpting mousse will help hold the hair and reduce static. The same holds true Note: It has recently (summer 2007) been brought to my attention by some very kind observers that there are other websites in existence with grooming pages that are, to one extent or another, very similar to ours. The AMSC Trimming Chart is helpful both to those who want to learn to groom their Schnauzer themselves and to give to a professional groomer who is skilled, but not very familiar with how a Schnauzer should be trimmed to look its best. The ear edges should have loose hairs scissored, and if your dog's ear canals are thick with hair then you may have to pull some using the hemostats. furnishings, but the purpose of trimming is to trim legs, not keep scissors on the bare skin. Remove hair from the pads of the feet by either scissoring or clippering using a #40 blade. Publications | Links | Legislation |. You may also use a comb attachment with your blade (if you have one) to shorten the leg furnishings while leaving a little length. If the inner ear flaps or canals appear dirty, use an ear cleaner from your vet or if you wish you can mix a solution of half and half cider vinegar and water for an effective ear cleaner. The same holds true Additional useful sizes are #40 (used on the ears), #7F (used instead of a #10 on the body of dogs that have thin coats) and a #15 (used instead of a #30 on dogs with sensitive skin that tend to get razor burns if clipped too closely). need be. sharp.) hair. Then I use the same procedure for the back legs, and then check the *armpits* and belly and make sure there are no mats. *WE* are not trying to rule the worldlol. The wiry topcoat, which is required for the show ring, is maintained by hand stripping. After brushing you should comb through the furnishing to make sure all the knots are out. Some people find shorter combs with handles easier to use. Brush the legs up. clipper the white portions of the chest, but do not dive too deeply If diluting is not mentioned, it is still recommended to dilute at least 1 to 3. Otherwise, you have no idea what you are trimming. Always clip from the center of the ear outward toward the ear edges. Hold the dogs head straight and then comb the eyebrows forward. Begin by clippering the cheeks, ears, butterfly under the tail and tummy Belly hair can be clipped from the genitals up to about the navel as well as part of the hair on the inner legs to keep things tidy. Connect the dots in a sideways C shape until you are at the other eyes outer corner. I am constantly seeing requests online for people who want a critique of their groom on this breed and it, to me, makes little sense, because in my opinion the schnauzer groom is the foundation of almost every breed style in the world. There may also be some scraggly leftovers, hairs Point the blade tips toward the center of the nose. Trim all hair from between the large foot pad and the toe pads of the bottom of the foot by either clipping or scissoring, and the nails are trimmed as short as possible by lifting each foot up and cutting the nails from the underside. (Yes, meantime they should These can be treated with a soothing antibiotic rub or powder if This takes off the top layer of the beard, which results in a hollowed out owl-like expression. process is simple - you simply remove all the hair in the section Holding the ear pulled back as shown in the picture, clip sideways/downward once between the ear and the eyebrow. We prefer the kind that goes over your finger so that you insert your finger with the *brush* into the dog's mouth and gently massage your dog's teeth and gums. Using your hand to pull all beard hair forward, clip the cheek from the beard hair to the side of the neck under the ear. Concentrate on making smooth, sharp lines. is more than 1/4" in length. Stripping w/knife         bare. The eyebrows should be combed down towards the nose, and then the beard should be combed forwards and down from under the chin. ahead of the new wire. (especially for novices) when stripping a Mini Schnauzer. Give the dog a thorough rinsing after the shampoo is applied. If your dog's ears are not overly hairy in the ear canal then there is no need to upset the dog and yourself by needlessly pulling the hair out; in my vet's words.."if it ain't broke don't fix it"!! In a few weeks time, soft, fuzzy undercoat will begin to reappear, just I often bathe my dogs with water only, such as if they get into some mud/dirt, because if you shampoo too often you will not only change the balance of the skin and dry out the coat, you can cause some very serious skin issues. While holding the leg furnishings safely away from the clippers, clip the remaining hair on the outer thigh downwards, following the outline of the leg down to the stifle and then curving rearward well above the hock. The following diagrams are based on a Miniature Schnauzer of correct Clip the top of the head use the #10 blade with the grain. 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