How to Groom a White Schnauzer

Grooming a white schnauzer may seem like a daunting task since a schnauzer coat doesn't shed and must be clipped every six to eight weeks. But once you learn to maintain the coat, grooming will become easier for you and your dog. Start early, so your schnauzer becomes accustomed to being bathed, brushed and clipped. Schnauzers have a double coat, with a wiry, waterproof outer coat and a soft undercoat. Keeping the dog white requires regular baths, and there are numerous canine shampoos made for white coats that are effective and won't yellow the dog's fur.

Things You'll Need

  • Slicker or pin brush
  • Comb
  • Dog shampoo for white coats
  • Hairdryer
  • Clippers
  • Dremmel or nail clippers
  • Scissors
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Instructions

    • 1

      Use a slicker or pin brush and thoroughly brush the dog's coat to begin removing any loose hair. Comb through the fur with a wide-tooth comb to be sure there are no knots or mats in the hair.

    • 2

      Bathe the dog using a dog shampoo for white coats. Wash the dog's face with a tearless shampoo and a washcloth. Avoid the eyes and inside of the ears.

    • 3
      Teach your schnauzer early how to be bathed and groomed.

      Towel dry, and then use a hairdryer on low heat or allow the dog to air dry completely. Brush or comb the hair while you dry the dog to keep the hair separated and avoid knots.

    • 4

      Oil the clippers. Use good quality clippers with a No. 10 blade. Begin behind the dog's ears at the back of the neck and continue down the dog's body to the elbows. Clip the chest the same way.

    • 5

      Clip the dog's neck and top of the head with the No. 10 blade, slowly and carefully moving the clippers against the direction the hair grows.

    • 6

      Clip the belly and under the tail with a No. 30 blade, running the clippers against the grain.

    • 7

      Trim the dog's nails with a dremmel or nail clippers, and cut the fur between the pads of the feet with scissors.