To cut or not to cut a Spitz?  

Features of grooming

The coat of this breed consists of undercoat and guard hair. The first is soft spiral-shaped hairs, which make up most of the cover. Spitz hair is straight, has a rigid structure and grows perpendicular to the body.

The first haircut should be done in the 3rd month of the puppy’s life. At this age, the first molt begins. You can trim the hairs on your dog's ears and give his paws a rounded shape.

At 11–12 months, the Spitz begins to shed again. Once this process is over, you can start experimenting with haircuts.

The volume of a dog's fur increases over the course of 3 years. During this time, a permanent coat is formed, and the volume of shedding is reduced. These animals shed slowly, so you don’t have to worry about balls of fur flying throughout your apartment.

Spitz dogs should be cut every two to three months. Regular care prevents:

• formation of tangles;
• severe shedding and fluff flying throughout the apartment;
• awn prolapse.

A thick fur coat is the pride of the breed. A dog should not be cut bald in order to save it from the heat. This makes the animal vulnerable to burns and overheating. The best solution is to choose a cute hairstyle and cut it according to it.

Types of haircuts

Thanks to the thick coat of the Spitz dog, you can come up with a large number of looks.

Classical (exhibition)

Allows you to highlight the beauty of the breed. With it, the dog should have rounded features.

After such a haircut, the pet acquires the following features:

• The collar around the head takes on a round shape.
• The tail lies fanned out and reaches the back of the head.
• The ears have a round shape and are buried in the cover.
• The paws are similar to a cat's and have rounded outlines.
• There are no protruding “antennas” throughout the body and on the collar.

Such grooming should be carried out six months before the exhibition. It is important that traces of intervention are invisible.

Modern

It is similar to a classic haircut, but the dog's coat is processed more carefully. The animal gets a plush look. The correct technique does not harm the structure of the undercoat and guard.

Hygienic

This haircut includes:

• Removing vegetation between the toes and around the paws.
• Shaving the fur around the genitals and anus.
• Thorough combing and treatment of the entire body.

Model

This grooming involves more thorough processing. The dog gets a funny and very cute look. The pet takes on new shapes and becomes similar to another animal.

Types of model haircuts

Under the “bear cub” (under Boo)

This style became popular after photographs of a dwarf Spitz named Boo appeared. The dog was very reminiscent of a soft toy, thereby captivating millions of people and introducing a new fashion into the dog world.

Features of the “Boo” haircut:

• The coat on the body is small, but of the same length.
• The cover on the paws is also short.
• Round head, resembling a ball.

This hairstyle is not suitable for all animals. Boo the dog has a very thick undercoat and a small amount of awns. Because of this, the pet was very difficult to comb, and the owner cut it this way. She has a second Pomeranian and she doesn't cut it like that.

Under the lion

The second most popular model haircut option after Boo. The dog's body is processed by a machine. The fur is completely shaved down to the shoulder blades. Hair remains on the tip of the tail, muzzle and in the collar area.

As a result, the Spitz resembles a lion with a luxurious mane.

Under the fox

The pet becomes like a fox. Sometimes the fur is tinted to make it even more similar.

We do not recommend cutting your Pomeranian haircut too short (i.e., lion or Boo). The fact is that the existing undercoat will become matted and the dog will look unkempt. In addition, the wool may not regain its structure. After such experiments, the dog is unlikely to grow back to its previous length. In severe cases, baldness may develop, which will be very difficult to cure.

Options and types of spitz haircuts

Spitz haircut to look like a “bear cub” Making your pet an individual that even passers-by cannot confuse with others is the dream of all animal owners. One of the brightest options – a “bear” model – will make the owner of the Spitz a typical Russian person with his tame bear, only non-dangerous. After a haircut, the Spitz will take on the cute shape of a plush toy, whose fur will not bunch up.

Short Spitz haircut (clipper style) The thick and rather unruly fur of this breed requires special attention. It is cared for using special combs and brushes. Sometimes it’s simply impossible to devote that much time. In order not to leave it “to be torn to pieces” by tangles, it is advisable to make the optimal decision. It’s good that finding a specialist with experience who would give a high-quality haircut to a Spitz in Moscow is quite possible compared to the periphery. Spitz haircut to look like “Boo” After the photo of the little handsome Boo appeared on the Internet, everyone at least once mentally tried on this “outfit” on their pet. The unusual image was created by accident: the hairdresser decided to get rid of the fur wherever it was tangled, leaving only the fluff on the paws and the ball on the head. An attractive price for a Spitz haircut, which anyone can afford, will help you realize your idea. Your already charming family member will become the little star of the neighborhood. Grooming a Spitz puppy When you decide to trim your baby's coat, there is no reason to be afraid of side effects. This procedure not only does not have them, but, according to reviews, will lead to an update. After this, the wool will grow much better, softer and more beautiful. And this is also another opportunity to emphasize the cuteness of this little one. To relieve your puppy of the stress of moving, you can groom your Pomeranian at home.

How is grooming carried out?

Haircut consists of several procedures:

• combing;
• bathing, including ear and eye treatment;
• removal of hair in the anus, genitals, between the fingers;
• nail trimming.

If necessary, the pet is washed and dried again.

The haircut itself consists of many stages:

• The paws are treated first. Using thin scissors, the hair between the fingers and on the pads is trimmed.
• Next comes the processing of the “pants” from top to bottom using a machine.
• After the “pants” the master works with the base of the tail. The hair in the area of ​​the anus and genitals is also trimmed.
• Then comes the treatment of the abdomen using a machine. A fur length of at least 3 cm is left.
• After this comes the important stage - cutting the tail. It is important not to spoil its beauty.
• Then the fur on the ears is trimmed: the overgrown “antennas” are removed and given a rounded shape.
• The back and sides are trimmed immediately with ordinary scissors, and then with thinning scissors.
• The area along the spine is carefully processed to ensure the tail fits beautifully.

How to care between haircuts:

Combing

Spitz dogs do not need daily brushing, as otherwise they may lose most of their undercoat. You can brush your dog about 1-2 times a week.

The algorithm for this procedure is as follows:

1. First, a grooming spray is applied to the fur. As a replacement, you can use Gliss Kur express conditioner. This is necessary to relieve static tension.
2. The dog is combed with a massager with sparse teeth against the growth of the hair. If the comb goes well, then there are no tangles.
3. Then you need to go through the wool with a slicker. The fur coat is combed in all directions to collect fluff.
4. After this, the remaining fluff is collected with a comb in the direction of growth. They also pull out strands, unravel tangles and add volume.

Mats accumulate most in the groin, armpits and ears. To make it easier to untangle clumps of fur, you can treat them with a special product.

Puppies under 4 months should be combed with a soft comb according to the growth of their coat. As you grow older, you can begin to scratch against the grain, and also get used to harder combs.

the washing up

Spitz don't like to wash themselves. And this procedure should be carried out no more than once a month. You can start bathing your puppy at the age of 3-4 months.

The animal's coat can be cleaned with dry shampoo. It will collect dirt and grease and make your pet tidier.

Spitz dogs must be dried. Their wool is porous and absorbs a lot of moisture. Therefore, after bathing, the animal should be dried with two towels and then dried with a hairdryer at medium power.

A couple more tips for care:

• It is not recommended to wash your pet during shedding, otherwise the hair will begin to fall out even more intensely.
• When bathing, you need to put cotton balls in your dog's ears to prevent water from getting inside.
• It is better to swim in the evening after a walk. It is not advisable to take the dog out after the procedure.
• You cannot dye wool with pigments.
• Do not tie ponytails with silicone rubber bands.

Spitz haircut Moscow

Spitz haircut

If you are looking for a Spitz grooming service, we suggest you use the services of our breed groomer for cutting Spitz dogs in Moscow - German, Pomeranian, small, dwarf. Our specialist has a specialized canine education behind him, as well as many additional courses in both grooming and the breeding, care and maintenance of these beautiful animals.

In general, correct, timely and constant, and most importantly comprehensive care for dogs of this breed should become an obligatory part of your life together, in which a representative of these beautiful creatures has appeared. And in order for the animal to have a full, happy, pain-free life, of paramount importance, in addition to good food, treats and a comfortable house with a bed, is your care for it, regular hygiene procedures, an integral part of which is proper and regular care of the Spitz’s coat and oral cavity , ears, eyes, paws, etc. And this task is within your power! After all, you have already made the main decision - you have let this furry creature into your life. Well, the rest should be entrusted to professionals, those who have connected their lives with the breed and know everything about it and even more!

So why us - you ask? We answer:

• A Spitz breeder with 15 years of experience in breeding, care and maintenance will work with your dog;
• Personal experience and extensive practice of working with Spitz dogs of all types, colors and ages, puppies and adults, females and males;
• Pedigree groomer, who has received and continues to increase his expertise from the best representatives of this particular area in pedigree grooming - mainly foreigners, and not generalists;
• An individual approach to your pet, identifying a style that is suitable specifically for your pet based on the type, condition of the coat, season, objectives of an exhibition career or a photo shoot for promotion or sale;
• Professional equipment, various professional washing and grooming products, selected individually before cutting;
• Consultations for owners on the breed in a broad sense, not only on care and grooming: care, maintenance, feeding, health, dental system, behavior, breeding, selection of a partner for mating, assistance in promotion, exhibition career, documents, etc. questions.

Why is home grooming a Pomeranian bad?

In general, grooming and combing your pet should begin from the first month of the puppy’s life in order to ensure the habit of the mandatory procedure and not cause aggression in the puppy when he growls and bites. At the age of 3-4 months, the dog's coat is very soft. For the first procedures, a quick hygienic haircut of the Spitz is especially suitable, giving shape to the coat, so as not to torment the pet with grueling long moments of being groomed, although the groomer, thanks to his skills, strives to create a positive atmosphere and good mood for your dog. Before the haircut, we will definitely get to know your pet in order to ensure that he is in a good mood before the haircut, to create a positive attitude, and to put the pet at ease with the hairdresser.

When you first contact us, the groomer will tell you which haircut will be most suitable for your cute creature.

You should not try to cut a Spitz haircut yourself if you have just recently become the owner of a puppy of this breed and here’s why:

• You can permanently deeply traumatize your pet, both psychologically, by forcing the dog, and through inept actions or inappropriate tools, where injury to the animal is not excluded;
• Improper washing and drying when you do not wash six dogs properly, especially if your dog walks on the street or lives in the countryside in a private household;
• Wrong, mongrel haircut, when you try to copy haircuts from photos on the Internet, having neither experience nor understanding how much this image is yours (taking into account the type of your dog, body type, gender, grooming tasks, finally)! The result is a hideously fooled dog, a damaged exterior, wasted time, nerves, fluff and sixes all over the house. Do you really want this?
• And the last argument about turning to unqualified groomers, generalist groomers: Do you really think that they know the standards of the Spitz breed, take into account the characteristics of your pet, constantly learn from breed groomers abroad and will make your dog what you expect it to be? Make no mistake! This is not a Yandex.Taxi application: press the button and you will get the result! Here the result will be disastrous - both physically and financially!

In the same way, if you are planning to participate in a Russian or international dog show, it is important to take into account that the exhibition standard of the Spitz breed provides for certain parameters of the exterior, assessed by judges, therefore preparation and radical changes in the appearance of a puppy, junior or adult dog are carried out approximately 1 day before exhibitions with our groomer! Call now and make an appointment - 8 916 439 15 14 !

In our work, we use only professional equipment, tools and products for washing, combing and styling:

• Professional scissors - regular ones, for example Ehaso, and also for thinning;
• Various combs, brushes;
• Cosmetics for dogs (shampoos, nourishing balms, sprays to add volume, ease of combing, powder, etc.).
• nail clipper
• Professional hair dryer

How much does breed grooming of a Pomeranian cost?

The lush coat of a Spitz needs to be constantly and properly cared for: regularly washed, dried, combed, and cut. During a walk, particles of debris, dust, and dirt collect in the fur. There is no need to wash your Spitz often; once a month is enough; after bathing, you need to dry your pet with a hairdryer.

Grooming costs less than in salons - only 1500 rubles. for the main service.

It is worth noting that if you want to give your pet a Spitz bear cut or a Spitz bear cut, then our groomer will offer you professional breed grooming that best meets the breed standards and hygienic requirements. We will be able to offer you the best option and create an image that will emphasize your own image and the status of your pet, will make it stand out among other representatives of the breed, will provide a multifaceted experience in communicating with the dog and the admiration of others, and will not leave you indifferent!

By bringing your little pet to us, you will receive not only a high-quality Pomeranian haircut, but also professional advice on the health, appearance and further maintenance of your furry friend, you will learn what you should pay attention to, what to change in nutrition, care products, education and adaptation to a new home.

In one visit you can receive a comprehensive service that will make your pet look perfect from head to tail! The price of the service will pleasantly surprise you, since it is 2-3 times cheaper than the services of salons, where you often receive services of dubious quality from generalists who cut all breeds - from mastiffs to dachshunds.

When you bring your pet to us, you will undoubtedly appreciate the skill and talent of the groomer, our desire to create a beautiful image of your furry and realize your professional skills as effectively as possible, so that you will want to come back to us again and again!

How to choose a groomer

Finding a good groomer is similar to finding a good hairdresser. Unprofessional mistakes will take a very long time to correct.

Good groomer:

• Has a diploma of completion of courses. It is highly desirable to have various certificates confirming the continuous improvement of skills.
• The groomer must know the characteristics of the breed. If the master does not cut the Spitz, you should not give him the dog. Especially if she is going to perform at an exhibition.
• It is imperative to have high-quality tools that are kept clean. The work area is also clean and tidy.
• If you decide to cut your Pomeranian short (boo or lion), a professional groomer is obliged to inform you about all the consequences of such a haircut.
• The groomer must be able to establish contact with animals. For many dogs, a new place and the procedure itself causes great stress. Rough treatment will only make the situation worse. And rudeness in itself is unacceptable in any salon.

It is important to take care of such a high-maintenance breed. Otherwise, the luxurious dog turns into a shapeless ball of hair. Beautiful coat is an indicator of the health of the Spitz and the quality of care on the part of the owner.

Other procedures

Constant care of an animal's fur is the key to its neat appearance and healthy hair. When purchasing this breed, be prepared to raise another child in the family. Let's look at the important stages of caring for a dog.

Combing

From puppyhood, your pet should be accustomed to this procedure. At first, you can comb it out on your lap. When it matures and behaves calmer, the pet can be placed on a special table.

To comb out, get a soft brush. She will massage the animal's body and not pull out hair so aggressively. An interesting note: you need to comb the animal against the grain .

If you notice tangles on your dog’s body, they need to be carefully cut off without damaging the skin. They usually form under the arms, in the groin area, and behind the ears.

When combing, use special antistatic agents, conditioners, and special dog cosmetics. This will improve the quality of the animal's fur.

Reference! You need to comb it no more than 2-3 times a week.

Bathing

It is recommended to bathe your Spitz using special shampoos and care products only once a month. After a walk, just wipe your paws with a wet towel. Typically, Spitz dogs do not get very dirty on the street; they do not get into the mud and avoid puddles.

If you still need to bathe the animal because it is too dirty, you can use the shower. Avoid frequent use of shampoos. You can buy dry shampoo, which will perfectly tidy up your fur. After using it, the animal must be combed.

After bathing, use a hairdryer; the fur will not dry on its own. Wet hair on Spitz dogs is a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi.

Attention! Never bathe your dog while shedding!