How Do You Groom A Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are strong, intelligent, affectionate dogs. They are obedient and have the ability to solve problems when left alone, making them an excellent choice for a watch dog. Physically, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is very attractive, with a sleek and smooth coat that should contain just a hint of waviness. They are very easy to groom. Read on to learn more. Brush and comb regularly using steel combs, pin brushes, slicker brushes and natural bristle brushes as needed. Start with the more intensive pin brushes and use slicker brushes to smooth out the coat. These dogs have a double coat, and many make the mistake of only brushing the 2 inch topcoat. Make sure to get through to the undercoat or you may overlook lots of matting and tangling. Remove knots and tangles from the coat with a mat splitter. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs have a thick undercoat and it may be difficult to work through the mats with a brush alone. Use thinning shears to remove clumps of dead she
