![]() ![]() ![]() Prep work is the foundation of all grooming. The leg furnishings and facial furnishings should be bathed frequently depending on the Westie’s lifestyle.įinishing the Dog: Tools and Finish Grooming ![]() Dry the coat in the same direction as well using a soft bristle brush on the jacket rather than a pin brush. It is always a good idea to cool the water temperature down to ensure there is no residue remaining. When the jacket needs to be bathed, be sure bathe in the direction the coat grows and the direction you are pulling the coat. If you are stripping the coat, frequent brushing and rubbing the jacket down with a towel to remove dirt and excessive oils makes regular bathing of the Westie unnecessary. If you are artfully clippering the Westie, card the coat to remove dead coat and stimulate surface circulation to encourage new, fresh coat growth. The outer layer of coat is hand stripped, while the undercoat is systematically carded to reach optimal results. If the Westie is hand stripped, it is done before the furnishings are bathed then touched up afterward. Whether your Westie is hand stripped and on a proper coat rotation or in a pet trim wielding the artful use of clippers and thinning shears, all terriers benefit from regular grooming rather than allowing them to regress to a state of scraggly disarray. Regular stripping strengthens the quality and texture of the coat, which, in turn, further improves the utilitarian purpose of the dog. The outer coat is a harsh, wiry coat which serves as a protective barrier to enable the dog to do the job for which he was bred. The West Highland White Terrier has a double coat. ![]()
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