For us humans, bathing and showering are done on a regular basis. But you might be wondering, how often do I bathe my giant schnauzers? What are the basic things to keep in mind when giving them a bath? Here’s what you need to know.
How often can I bathe my giant schnauzers?
Giant schnauzers just like any dogs are natural-born groomers, they tend to clean themselves up by licking their bodies, including their paws and genitals. However, bathing is still important to keep your furry friend’s coat and skin healthy and free from parasites and bugs. The frequency will depend on the following factors:
- Your dog’s activity level. Giant schnauzers are active dogs and this means they like long walks, playing and love activities like running and hiking. Therefore, they require more regular bathing as compared to a dog who lies all day on the couch. However, bathe them as necessary to keep their coats’ natural oils.
- Coat of your dog. One important determinant of whether you bathe your dog regularly or not is the type and length of their coat. Since giant schnauzers are long-haired dogs they should need regular baths, just always make sure of what shampoo to use on them as some brands may cause dryness and irritation to your dog’s skin, not to mention losing their coat’s natural oils that most likely may cause dryness and dandruff.
- Your dog’s health. If your dog experiences some conditions like allergies, they might benefit from taking regular baths.
Where can I bathe my giant schnauzers?
Since your giant schnauzers are “giant”, you’ll probably want to use your bathtub or buy a portable tub that you can use to bathe them. Portable dog tubs can be purchased in grooming or pet supply stores. A detachable shower nozzle if your dog takes a bath in your shower or a garden hose, if you’re using a portable tub to bathe him outdoors will do, but keep in mind to bathe them quickly as dogs don’t want to be cold just like we do.
How can I give my giant schnauzer a bath?
The following tips are some of the best practices that you can do when you want to bathe your dog on your own:
- Brushing your dog before a bath. Brush your dog to remove the matts and knots in your pet’s fur.
- Prepare your bathing materials before bathing. This is to avoid leaving your dog unattended when you start filling up the tub and bathe him. Gather everything you need before they hop on the tub.
- Clean your dog from tail to head. By using dog shampoo, work into a gentle lather and start cleaning your dog from tail to head. When you’re done, rinse them well starting from head to tail, and make sure to rinse repeatedly to keep their skin from the potentially irritating effects of shampoo.
- Reassure your dog during bathing. Dogs may startle from the water coming out from the shower nozzle or hose, so make sure to keep your pet calm by talking to them in a reassuring voice.
- Air dry. Let your dog’s coat dry naturally and avoid using a hairdryer as it may be too hot for the dog to handle.
- Giving a reward to your dog. When your dog behaves well, before, during, and after bathing, reward them with abundant praises, petting, and playing. You could also give some treats to show them you appreciate their behavior when bathing.
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