Schnauzer grooming

Miniature, standard and giant schnauzers share a wiry coat and the familiar beard and leg furnishings. Those furnishings are the part most likely to tangle, collect food, or hold damp after a walk.

A harsh jacket may be hand-stripped or clipped, and the furnishings need combing whatever else you choose. Beards benefit from a wipe after meals. As with other terrier-type coats, clipping versus stripping changes texture over time, and the right choice depends on the dog and on what you want to maintain. Ask us when you call; we won’t pretend there is only one correct schnauzer haircut.

Pay attention to the eyebrows and the hair around the eyes, and leave any eye discomfort to a vet. The same applies to skin irritation along the back or belly.

Bring your schnauzer to our salon in Banbury if you would like us to help. We don’t travel to you. Call 07354 545263 to book or to ask for directions.