There are three coat types for dachshunds: short, wire, and long.The soft and silky coats of longhaired dachshunds need more care and upkeep than the other 2 varieties.To keep your dachshund looking neat and clean, you will need to brush its coat, keep its fur trimmed, and bathe it.
Step 1: Take your materials.
Before you start brushing your dog, make sure you have everything you need.There are hair clips, a fine-toothed comb, and a slicker brush.You might want to get a towel or cloth to catch any hair that is shed as you brush your dog.
Step 2: Your dog needs to be groomed.
On the floor or on a portable grooming table, place your longhair dachshund.You can use a table in the kitchen.If you want to catch hair on the floor, lay out a large towel.A harness or collar should be removed from your dog.If your dog won't stay still while you groom it, you should have another person hold it.
Step 3: Use hair clips or barrettes to divide the dog's coat.
You want to be able to focus on one part of the coat at a time.This will help you detect mats and tangles.
Step 4: Starting at the head, brush each section.
Use a slicker brush to brush each section of the coat.Make your way down the dog's body by starting at the head.You should brush in the direction that the hair grows.Don't go against the growth pattern.
Step 5: The coat should be brushed down towards the legs.
You should brush your dachshund's legs as you finish the first few sections.The hair grows all the way down its legs if you brush in the direction that it grows.When brushing its tail, be careful.The hair is longer than the other parts of the coat and can become easily tangled.Before you brush it, make sure to look for any debris, like wood or dust.
Step 6: Each section should be combed gently.
comb the hair after brushing it.This will remove hair and untangle knots.You can untangle knots with a fine-toothed comb.Keep an eye out for skin irritation while you are combing.Longhaired dogs have less skin problems than dachshunds, but they do occur.Early on, grooming will help you to notice any skin irritation.Look for redness on the skin.
Step 7: You should brush your dog's coat daily.
Any hair that gets trapped in the dog's fur can be removed with daily brushing.Longhaired dachshunds are more likely to become tangled and matted if they are not brushed daily.
Step 8: Remove hair from the inner ear.
Dogs with long hair are prone to ear problems.The warm, moist environment inside the ear is a breeding ground for yeast.clippers can be used to trim hair on the inner flap of your dog's earThis helps to prevent tangles and allows for good circulation.When the hair is long enough to reach into the ear canal, you'll need to trim it.Cut your dog's ear with clippers instead of scissors.
Step 9: Your dog has hair on his stomach.
Longhaired dachshunds tend to accumulate debris and tangles in this area of their coat.Keeping this hair trimmed is a good idea.It will be easier to brush and keep clean when you have a dog.Cut the hair to prevent it from reaching the ground.Keeping this area trimmed is a good idea.If the owners are not using the dog for shows, they may want to keep the hair short.
Step 10: Clean the dog's ears.
Using a cotton ball and a dog ear cleaner solution, gently wipe the inside of your dog's ears.Place the correct amount in the ear and let it soak into the canal according to the solution.Allow your dog to shake its head while you massage the base of the ear between your fingers.This will help remove debris from the ear.Next, wipe the area around the ear canal to remove any wax.If there is a discharge from the ear canal, check it.It is a good idea to check your dog's ears every time you groom it.dachshunds are prone to ear problems so it helps to catch them early on.It is a good idea to clean your dog's ears whenever you bathe or groom him.At pet stores and large retailers, you can find ear cleaning solution for dogs.
Step 11: Take a look at your dog's teeth.
In dachshunds, dental health is very important.Look for broken teeth, red or irritated gums, and brownish teeth when you examine your dog's mouth.A periodontal disease can be caused by dogs that are hesitant to play with chew toys, eat, or drink cold water.If you notice any of these problems, you should see a doctor.
Step 12: You should brush your dog's teeth.
Use a soft toothbrush and toothpaste to brush your dog's teeth.Hold back its lips and brush its teeth.You should brush your dog's teeth every day.Many dogs don't like having their teeth brushed.Put a small amount of dog toothpaste on a piece of cloth.Rub the toothpaste on your dog's teeth and gums with a cloth around your finger.Gradually you will be able to use a toothbrush with your dog.
Step 13: Rub the dog's eyes.
Use a piece of soft cotton fabric or a cotton ball that has been wet with water to wipe the rim of the eyes.Dog eye wipes are available at pet stores and large retailers.Hold the muzzle of the dog to prevent it from poking its eye.
Step 14: The dog has nails.
A small dog nail clipper is better for your dachshund's small nails.If you want to avoid the quick, clip the tip of the nail.The quick is a vein that runs through the nail.Getting cut in the quick can be very painful, and may cause your dog to be frightened of having its nails clipped again.Black nails make it difficult to see the quick.If you cut the quick, you should have a styptic powder and some cotton balls.This will stop the bleeding and help the blood clot.If you exercise your dog on concrete or pavement, it will not need to have its nails trimmed as frequently.
Step 15: There is fur between your dog's toes.
Longhaired dachshunds have fuzzy feet.If you live in a snowy area, it is important to keep your dog's foot hair trimmed.If you have excess hair on your dog's feet, trim it with clippers.
Step 16: Put your dog in a tub.
Unless they roll in something smelly or muddy, dachshunds only need to be bathed once a month.The water should be warm.The water doesn't need to be very high.A bath mat will help keep your dog out of the water.A small towel can be placed on the bottom of the tub or sink if you don't have a mat.
Step 17: You can choose a hair product.
The products you use to bathe your dog should be made specifically for them.Use a high-quality non-detergent cleanser.If you want to avoid irritation of your dog's skin, use a cleanser and conditioner that is fragrance free.Hypoallergenic products are good for dogs.You should always avoid getting your dog's hair in his eyes, even if it is advertised as tearless.Quality pet products can be found online, at a pet store or in a grooming salon.
Step 18: Wet the dog and massage it.
You can wet your dog's body with a cup filled with water, a spray nozzle, or your hands.Rub your hands together after putting a small amount of shampoo in your hand.Your dog has a coat.Work your way to the head, covering its entire body.The face and ears should not be avoided.Make a lather in their coat.The stomach and tail are areas that tend to get dirtier.
Step 19: Make sure to rinse out the hair.
Warm water should be used to wash your dog's coat.Your dog may experience skin irritation later on if you don't get all of the shampoo out of its fur.
Step 20: The dog has face and ears.
The time is right to wash the face and ears.Wet the cloth with warm water and wash it with a small amount of cleanser.While wiping its face and ears, cover your dog's eyes with one hand.You need to rinse off this as well, but be careful with the water around their ears.Water can get trapped inside your dog's ear canal.
Step 21: Your dog has a coat.
To dry the dog's coat, use a blow dryer on the lowest setting.Make sure the air is not too hot.You can brush while you dry.To clean the dog's ears, use a dry piece of cloth.You want the area to be very dry after the bath.The hair will poof out if you use a towel to dry your dog.If you use a towel, pat the hair instead of rubbing it.