How to Groom a Polish Lowland Sheepdog

The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a medium-sized herding dog. They are intelligent, upbeat and energetic. They are have incredibly good memories, are eager to learn and relatively easy to train. They have a double coat, with long, wiry hair on top and a softer undercoat. They need a full grooming every 4 weeks.

Things You'll Need

  • Slicker brush
  • Pin brush
  • Mat rake
  • Splitter
  • Modern high velocity blow dryer
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Instructions

    • 1

      The Polish Lowland's double coat requires brushing every day or at least every other day to prevent harsh tangling and matting in the undercoat. Use a slicker brush, pin brush and natural bristle brush alternately as needed.

    • 2

      Remove tough knots and matting with a mat rake and/or a splitter. If you allow mats to get bad enough, you may have to cut them out of the coat.

    • 3

      Bathe when necessary. Always give the dog a good brushing and combing before the bath, as water causes the knots and mats to tangle even more.

    • 4

      Blow dry the dog after bathing with a modern high velocity dryer. Fluff dry and style while drying.

    • 5

      Clean out the corners of the eyes with a moist cloth. Dirt and other types of debris tend to collect around the eyes.