Glad you asked. "De-shedding" is a term coined right here at Transformation
Pet Center to refer to the process of ridding the coat of excess dead hair...more
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No, it's not something we do on weekends to earn extra money. It is a very specialized
and ancient grooming technique...more
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Barbara Bird is an educator as well as a practitioner. She has written and
given seminars for pet groomers in the U.S. as well as the U.K. Her topics
include: Cat Grooming, Customer Relations, Groomer Survival, Chemistry for
Groomers and Home Grooming. Private lessons are available for professionals
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HAND STRIPPING FOR TERRIERS
The traditional way to groom harsh coated terriers is by hand plucking the
old coat to obtain new growth. Without hand stripping, the terrier coat
becomes softer and the colors dilute. Show grooming is done without any
clipping or scissoring of the coat. Pet grooming can combine the techniques
for an acceptable result. We often clipper the head, for example, as that
is the most difficult place for stripping. Hand stripping does not hurt the
dog as you may think. These coats have been breed for generations to be
hand stripped, and what is pulled out is old hairs that are ready. Most
terriers tolerate the procedure well. The technique does require more time
and patience on the part of groomer and dog. Thus this service is more
costly. The average small terrier hand stripping ranges $45-60 depending on
what needs to be done.
Many terrier breeders believe that hand stripping not only maintains a more
attractive coat, but also contributes to healthier skin. Hand stripping
clears the hair folicles of sebum buildup, and reduces the incidence of
minor bumps and scaliness often found in clipped terriers.
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 Schnauzers were the first breed I learned to groom.
They often come in pairs. When they live together, they start to look alike. This is either Heidi or Schatzie Grace in a short pet trim.
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For pet owners or professional groomers who wish to advance their skills.
Lessons include - Better Bichons, More Style for Terriers, Customizing a
mixed breed style, The Miniature Schnauzer examined, Techniques of Hand
Stripping. Fees range from $60-100 per session. |
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