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Anatolian Shepherd Dog |
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Standard
Definition
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Grooming Demand Rating |
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Low |
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Full Grooming Interval |
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6 to 9 weeks |
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Maintenance Grooming
Interval |
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Weekly |
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Blades
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Very little or no clipping
is vital to maintaining the
coat and overall appearance
of a well-groomed
Affenpinscher. Blending
shears & stripping knives
may be used. |
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Coat &
Grooming Tips |
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The Affenpinscher has dense
hair, known for being a bit
coarse and about 1" in
length on the shoulders and
body. The coat is usually
shorter on the rear and
tail. Head, neck, chest,
stomach and legs have
longer, less harsh coat. A
mane adorns to adult
Affenpinscher comprised of
durable hair. Long hair on
the head, eyebrows and beard
stands off and frames the
face, giving the breed its
monkey-like expression. Hair
on the ears is cut very
short. Very little or no
clipping is vital to
maintaining the coat and
overall appearance. Light
blending is all that is
usually needed to maintain a
neat but shaggy appearance.
Light brushing is required
to remove hair shed and any
mats. Some breeders say the
Affenpinscher may have a
tendency for dry skin and
coat. Use mild shampoos and
don't bathe too frequently.
For maintenance grooming the
pet may benefit from light
brushing and combing. |
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More
Grooming Tips for
Professionals |
Avoid clipping the
Affenpinscher where the
owner desires a natural
coat; restoring the
traditional look and feel of
the shaggy coat after
clipping can take a great
deal of time. Blending
shears and stripping knives
are very useful and
appropriate for this breed;
they are available from
grooming suppliers.
The art of styling an
Affenpinscher is somewhat
different than most breeds.
It's a breed not to be over
groomed; just neatened.
Retain a natural look.
For a neat appearance pluck
shed and dead hair using a
stripping knife. You want to
remove those hairs that
appear to be sticking out.
Use scissors to neaten hair
around the anus and neaten
the tail with blending
shears. |
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Definition from Groomwise™
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