The beautiful and lush white coat of the Bichon Frise is partly what draws people to this breed. That this breed is by nature very sociable and cheerful only adds to its charm. Don’t expect this dog to be happy when you can’t keep its coat white and clean. Grooming is not to be taken lightly. Some people, for example, out of laziness, will say that dogs can go on for weeks without baths or without getting brushed – well, not the Bichon Frise. You wouldn’t be reading this article if you had that disposition, but don’t be surprised to know that some people are actually like that. Work, errands, domestic duties – these all take up time – so if you find yourself unable to stick to a grooming schedule, by all means get help from a family member, a close friend, or hire someone to take care of your dog. Bichon Frise grooming is not for the inconsistent at heart, so if you can make time, here are some grooming tips.
The web is not enough, you need to visit some professional grooming establishments to ask about the grooming tools they use. If you have friends who own a Bichon Frise, ask them about their tools and their routines. Remember that every month you still have to bring your dog to a pet grooming salon for some specialist care – but between those trips there’s a lot you can do to take care of your dog’s coat. There’s another source of good info on grooming tools – you can visit the website of a Kennel Club to see what they recommend and where these tools are sold.
Brushing two times a week should be the bare minimum you should do, it doesn’t mean you can’t do more. If you don’t, that lush white coat is going to get tangled and matted. This breed doesn’t shed, so it’s great for people with allergies, but you have to brush that coat to remove dead hair, skin cells, and small things that may get caught in the dog’s coat.
Don’t rush the brushing, especially if you’re still learning, each brushing session serves as a bonding moment. If you got your dog as a pup, it’s best to start brushing it young. You want to let your dog smell the brush before it touches his coat, do this gently. The more pleasant the session, the more your dog will look forward to these sessions. Some dogs tend be hard to brush, but if you do this right, your dog won’t be difficult at all.
There are also videos online of actual Bichon Frise bathing, coat brushing, and nail clipping, and you should see those. You should also read the comments thread and the date the videos were posted, that’s because some grooming techniques and trends can change, and you need to keep abreast of developments.
Bichon Frise grooming is better if you buy the quality tools, when know how to brush the right way, and if you can keep to a brushing schedule. Get professional grooming assistance once a month – and get to know the pet grooming staff by first name. Also, keep updated online about new tips and trends in Bichon Frise grooming.
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