Maxine is a wonderful client of mine (pictured above) who's parents know how important grooming is, even for this Shepherd mix with short hair. The pile of fur pictured above is all a result of just a good brushing (before bathing), and no scissors, razors or clippers at all! Don't you think Maxine feels so much better after shedding such a heat-absorbing coat this summer?
So, you might be wondering why short-haired dogs need grooming too? If the photos above don't do it for you, here are some short-haired doggie facts:
The German Shepherds (as well as other short-hairs) have a "double-coat". Their coat consists of a downy-type undercoat next to the skin, with longer, coarse guard hairs as an outer shell. Under normal conditions, they will only require regular brushing, and an occasional bath. Without regular grooming, however, there's a risk that the wooly undercoat of the short haired dog will mat. This can also result in hot spots, bald spots, rashes and other coat and skin problems, so do not take grooming too lightly.
If you let the clumps of fur build up and hang off their bodies, the coat and skin underneath cannot breathe properly and could possibly suffocate as a result causing more potential health problems for your pup.
As always, feel free to call us if you have any grooming questions. We'd be happy to walk you through the proper way to maintain your dog's coat between visits to insure a happy healthy friend for life!
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