The Dachshund is a short-legged, long-bodied Dachshund. Because the body structure is very special, in order to make it look harmonious and beautiful, it is important to beautify it. So how to groom a dachshund?

Dachshund

1. Be sure to comb your hair

Regardless of the length or thickness of your hair, you should comb it first. A professional pet comb will do the job. The hair should be combed in the direction of the hair. When combing sensitive parts such as the head, chest, abdomen, buttocks, the action should be gentle, so as not to hurt the Dachshund.

2. Maintenance of coat color

You can wipe the coat with a soft cloth to keep it shiny. The coat of a long-haired Dachshund should be combed frequently to avoid tangles. For wiry-haired Dachshunds, the coarse hair should also be combed. Don't ignore it because of its thick and short hair, otherwise it will accumulate dirt and lice. In addition, the dog's coat must be maintained and oiled regularly. It’s best to apply a thin layer of hair-protecting oil to it. To make the coat shiny, be careful not to let the dog enter the bedroom and keep it in a colder place.

3. Toenail trimming

Adult Dachshunds need to be trimmed once a month, and young Dachshunds need to be trimmed frequently. You can use nail scissors to trim your fingers and claws. They should be smoothed after cutting. If any damage is found, you can rub the affected area with iodine to prevent infection. When cutting nails, you need to cut off the tip part that does not pass through blood vessels and is bent, cut it off in one go, and then file it flat. It is difficult to see blood vessels with black claws. You can cut off most of them first and then file them flat. In case of cutting, When blood vessels bleed, apply hemostatic agent and temporarily press on the base of the claw with your thumb and index finger to stop the bleeding.

4. Strengthen foot care

Dachshund’s foot pits are easily soiled and easily injured. Therefore, care should be strengthened during this period. When cleaning, not only the toes should be washed with warm water, but also the foot sockets and between the toes should be cleaned and dried. If there are wounds, they should be disinfected in time. The foot pits of long-haired Dachshunds need to be shaved and cut as short as possible to prevent them from being slippery when walking, and to prevent the spaces between their toes from being too wide. Generally, small scissors with round heads are used to trim the foot pits to reduce damage and also Cut cleanly.

5. Sunbathe more

To make your dog’s hair shiny and beautiful, you can feed your dog more protein-rich feed every day. Additives containing vitamin E, vitamin D, seaweed foods, vegetables, etc., such as lean meat, cooked egg yolks, vegetable oil, etc. At the same time, the dog should sunbathe more, absorb more ultraviolet rays, and exercise regularly to promote its blood circulation and make it grow healthy hair.