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How to Groom a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a smart and energetic hunting dog. They are medium-sized, usually standing around 20 to 24 inches tall. Their outer coat is rough and wiry, but Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have a dense, soft coat underneath. ... more »

How to Groom an Affenpinscher

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Affenpinschers are small, lovable dogs that belong to the toy group. They are highly intelligent and curious about the world around them. They generally get along well with other dogs and pets. They have bristly, unkempt coats which have longer ... more »

How to Groom an Afghan Hound

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The Afghan Hound is a stately and elegant dog. They are a very old breed, and mention is made of them as many as 4,000 years ago in Afghanistan and Egypt. They have a very long, lush coat that needs a great deal of attention. Give your Afghan ... more »

How to Groom an Akita

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Akitas are large, strong dogs with a substantial build. Akitas are the biggest of the Japanese Spitz dogs, usually standing between 26 and 28 inches tall. They have a somewhat coarse, straight and hard outer coat that stands off the body and a ... more »

How to Groom an Alaskan Malamute

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Alaskan Malamutes are well-built, muscular Arctic dogs in the Working Group. They range in height from 22 to 26 inches and depending on the sex, can weigh up to 95 lb. They have a lush, dense double coat. Alaskan Malamutes require a full grooming ... more »

How to Groom an American Foxhound

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American Foxhounds are incredibly sleek and handsome dogs. They have taut, limber bodies which give them lots of stamina and energy. American Foxhounds have a straight, fine, medium-length coat which lies hard, flat and close to the body. They ... more »

How to Groom an American Staffordshire Terrier

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American Staffordshire Terriers are fairly small (standing only around 16 to 19 inches tall), sturdy and muscular dogs. They are surprisingly deft of movement for dogs of their stature, and seem to think they're bigger than they are. Their coats ... more »

How to Groom an American Water Spaniel

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These little dogs are extremely smart and easy to train. American Water Spaniels are eager and excited about learning new things and doing different tasks. They are useful as hunting dogs, watchdogs and good companions. Their coats require a full ... more »

How to Groom an Anatolian Shepherd

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The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has many names, including the Coban Kopegi and the Karabas. They are large dogs belonging to the Flock Guard group. They are trainable and intelligent, but need a fully competent master who can lead it at all times. The ... more »

How to Groom an Australian Cattle Dog

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The Australian Cattle dog is a small yet muscular dog which belongs to the Working Group. They are highly intelligent but become bored easily and may misbehave if you leave them alone too long. They have a short-haired double coat; the undercoat ... more »

How to Groom an English Cocker Spaniel

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The English Cocker Spaniel is an adorable, compact little dog with floppy ears. This breed is full of energy and enthusiasm. Their coat is of medium length, with feathering on their underside. The coat can be black, liver, red or various ... more »

How to Groom an English Foxhound

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The English Foxhound is a stately, handsome and sleek breed. They resemble the American Foxhound, but have much larger bones. They are scent hounds, possessing the ability to hunt game with this sense alone. They have short-haired coats which are ... more »

How to Groom an English Setter

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English Setters possess one of the most unique coats of any breed. The hair on the coat is smooth and soft to the touch, and is usually straight or slightly wavy. The coats are white with speckles of blue, lemon, orange or brown. The speckling ... more »

How to Groom an Ibizan Hound

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The Ibizan Hound, or Podenco Ibicenco, is a graceful, stately and agile animal with a lithe frame and an alert mind. Ibizan Hounds have a personality that befits their appearance. They are well-behaved, kind and clean. They are also very good ... more »

How to Groom an Irish Setter

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The Irish Setter has a long, soft, straight coat of red or mahogany color. The coat has profuse feathering all over the body and limbs, and Irish Setters sometimes have white markings on the chest and feet. They are smart, friendly dogs with ... more »

How to Groom an Irish Terrier

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Irish Terriers are medium-sized dogs with a feisty and boisterous attitude, making them great companions for healthy, active children. They are similar in stature to the Wirehaired Fox Terrier, but are much taller. They have a double coat with a ... more »

How to Groom an Irish Wolfhound

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The Irish wolfhound is an enormous dog, reaching up to 35 inches in height. Although they have an imposing, one might say frightening, physical presence, they are kind, gentle, unflaggingly loyal to their owners and good with children. Irish ... more »

How to Groom an Old English Sheepdog

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Farmers began breeding Old English Sheepdogs in England's West Country because the dogs could herd their cattle to market and perform other similar tasks on the farm. Their main skills include watchdogging, herding and retrieving. But for all ... more »

How to Groom an Otterhound

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The Otterhound is an extremely rare breed from Great Britain, numbering only a paltry 1,000 or fewer in the world. Otterhounds are descended from the Airedale Terrier and have Bloodhound ancestry. They require a fair bit of attention when it ... more »

How to Groom Long-Haired Dogs

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Regular grooming aids in removing dirt and dead hair and prevents matting of your dog's long hair. Mats, if not taken care of, can cause skin irritation and may get to the point of having to shave all of the hair off. Taking care of your dog's ... more »

How to Groom Your Own Dog At Home

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Want to save a trip or two to the groomers parlor? Of course you do! It's money-saving to do it yourself, and you know that your pet is in the best of care... more »

How to Hand Strip a German Wirehair Pointer

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German Wirehair pointers have much of the same characteristics of the shorthair pointers. The main difference between a shorthair and a wirehair is their coats. The German wirehair has a dense wiry topcoat and a soft undercoat. Proper grooming is ... more »

How to Handle a Dog Blowing Coat

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There are a few types of dogs who seasonally "blow their coat." These dogs don't shed throughout the year. Instead, their undercoats shed every so often, which can create a mess all over your house. The shedding period can last a few weeks and ... more »

How to Have Fun Giving the Dog a Flea Bath

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Bath time doesn't have to be a drag for either you or your dog. In many cases, a flea bath can mean frustration, a wet house and a runaway dog. With a few simple changes to the routine, you can both have fun while you get rid of fleas and make ... more »

How to Housetrain your new puppy

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Housetraining your little bundle of puppy love can prove to be a pretty challenging task, unless you choose to crate train your puppy. There was a time when a crate was viewed as mean because you were "caging" your pup. In reality the ... more »

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