In practice and in theory, there are quite a few different haircuts for Spitz, but not all of them are safe for them. The main decoration of this breed is wool, so the goal of owners and groomers is to preserve its healthy appearance. According to the standards, this breed is not sheared at all, and in the case of taking part in exhibitions, no cuts of wool should be visible. We understand that it is not always possible to pay enough attention to home care, sometimes the wool becomes dry, especially in summer, so grooming salons, at the request of the owners, can perform haircuts for Spitz dogs taking into account urgent needs. However, it should always be remembered that good specialists will do everything to discourage owners from radical short haircuts that can have negative consequences for dogs, will tell in detail about the risks and, in case of insistence, can refuse to provide services.
In the “V.O.G. DOG” network of grooming salons, based on long-term practice, it has already been proven that to avoid most problems with the coat and maintain a good appearance of Spitz, it is enough to regularly go to professional grooming once a month and comb their undercoat yourself once a week. Our clients most often choose a classic breed haircut, which emphasizes all the curves of Spitz and does not harm the coat at all. We are extremely happy about it!
Today we will talk about the features of this haircut.
Preparatory actions for spitz haircut
It’s no secret that before any haircut, it is necessary to prepare the hair for this procedure. With the help of combs and fluffers, the groomer combs out the excess undercoat and untangles the existing coats. This stage is invaluable. Not only the quality of the haircut depends on good combing, but also the comfort of the animal. Why? Spitz wool consists of undercoat and bristles, which together perform a thermoregulatory function. If the coat is not combed: the Spitz will be hot in the summer and cold in the winter, the skin will become dry and the risk of various skin infections will increase. All these horrors can be prevented with the help of regular systematic combing. So, after the groomer has worked through the entire coat, paying special attention to the ears, groin areas and belly, he moves on to the bathing stage.
The advantage of grooming salons is that a lot of time is devoted to bathing. The three-stage application of shampoos, balms, at the request of the owner and masks, allows you to achieve a wow effect. Properly moisturized wool shines, is soft to the touch, falls well after drying and does not swallow. Due to the fact that the wool of Spitz is long and thick, it takes a long time to dry. In advance, this is done with the help of a booster/compressor. Further styling of semi-wet wool with the help of a hair dryer and fluffer helps to loosen all the hairs and untangle the wool, if it managed to get lost before or during bathing. These two main stages before a haircut can take an hour to an hour and a half, because the success of the haircut depends on them.
Features of the spitz haircut
The groomer always starts a direct haircut with the paws. They, in fact, set the tone for the entire haircut, because the formed “boot” depends on how high the arch between the paws, chest and bottom will be. First, the pads of the paws are closed, revealing the so-called “bears” to our eyes. The groomer then trims the paws and “boots” at a level of 1.5-2 cm using filing scissors to achieve a natural and neat look. Already after these procedures, the specialist sees a clear transition from the paw to the tummy, which must be smoothly smoothed into one beautiful arch.
The peculiarity of spitz haircut is that the groomer does not work with scissors on the back. It can only go a little to the sides to smooth out the cuts of the arch, but no more.
Butt cutting is a painful topic for groomers. Owners often complain that after walks, the remains of feces remain on the fur, and ask to make the bottom as short as possible. The groomer’s mission is to make it clear to the owner that with a short haircut, the bottom will be plush, will quickly get tangled, lose its neat appearance and still be smeared. We draw your attention to the fact that Spitz dogs do not shave their bottoms and do not cut their hair, for example, like Yorkies. You can only remove a little hair with scissors near the anus, but in no case do not shave it with a trimmer.
In our “V.O.G. DOG” network, the solution to this issue in most cases was a peach haircut. The groomer divides the bottom into two halves by rounding the hair and cutting the line from the anus. The bottom of the peaches is formed at the level of the hock joint and leads to the arch in one smooth line. So that there are no rough cuts, the master files the hair on the bottom, combing it upwards each time. If this rule is neglected or if the groomer does not have enough experience, the pop may be flat instead of round.
The next stage is cutting the breast. The master smoothly brings the rounded shape to the line of the ears, connecting them into one whole. As you can see, the entire spitz haircut consists of smooth lines and curves, without a strong shortening of the length, with an emphasis on voluminous details.
At your request, the groomer can make the ears round or pointed. For Pomeranians, round ones are more often chosen, and for German ones – sharp ones, but you are free to choose any shape for your pet.
It is important to always discuss with the groomer all the wishes and nuances of the haircut during the visit, because proper interaction ensures the desired result. After all procedures, the groomer, if necessary, treats the wool with antistatic and applies perfume. Now the spitz is ready to attract attention during its walk, and you know all the details of the most popular haircut!
Nuances of spitz haircut
Above is the most common healthy haircut for Spitz, but not all representatives of the breed have a thick and healthy coat. In the case of alopecia, pigmentation, etc., the groomer may recommend to stop at hygienic care with moderate combing and the use of intensive moisturizing cosmetics until the hair growth cycle is normalized. You should always consult with a groomer, veterinarian and listen to their recommendations. Trends and fashion are fleeting, but taking care of your Spitz’s health is not.
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