Page 17 - Summer23 Newsletter

GROOMING

Bedlington Terriers have to be to have you, their guardian do this, but in
one of the cuter breeds with the right way of course. Clipping little and
their lamb-like looks and often is better than setting out to do all four
adorable curly coats. paws in one go. Work co-operatively with
However, they are not the your dog and be mindful of body language,
easiest of dogs to keep looking neat and respecting this if you see that your dog
tidy. The wonderful thing about the breed is needs a break. We will be introducing you
they don't shed their coats like other dogs. to The Bucket Game in the next issue – this
However, it does not mean Bedlingtons are is a well-known training technique that we
low-maintenance dogs, quite the opposite! teach our foster homes to help with
co-operative handling and building trust
Keeping Things Tidy
Bedlingtons need to be brushed and around care giving. Making this less
combed on a daily basis to get rid of any stressful and more fun for your dog. Watch
excess hair that's clinging to their coats. It's this space!

also a good idea to have Bedlingtons Daily Grooming is a Good Routine
professionally clipped every 6-8 weeks and Grooming your dog on a daily basis is a
this is especially true as the weather warms good routine as it allows you to check them

up during the summer months. A shorter, for any injuries, lumps and bumps. It also
neater coat helps keep your dog cooler allows you to see if they have caught any
making life a lot more comfortable. nasty parasites, namely fleas, mites and
other troublesome blood sucking horrors
A well established and reputable, but most
importantly a force free dog groomer, will that like living on dogs.

be able to thin, trim and clip your dog's coat Tools You Will Need
where needed. If you decide to trim your dog, there are
plenty of Youtube videos available for
A professional groomer will check your
dog's ears to make sure there's isn't a build- trimming lines.

up of wax or any nasty odours which could You will need clippers,
be a sign of infection. They will also trim the blades, a slicker brush,
hairs inside your pet's ears which can straight scissors, and a
become a nuisance when it comes to ear fine tooth metal comb
infections. (and plenty of treats).

Clipping Nails is a Must
Even though you take your dog out on a Shop with Christies direct or Groomers
daily basis for regular walks and exercise, Online through easyfundraising to raise a
you still need to check their nails because donation for Bedlington Terrier Rescue).
the chances are they are being worn down

unevenly which can cause extra strain on
those little legs and paws. A lot of dog
owners don't feel comfortable about
trimming their pet's claws for fear of making
them bleed. It is less stressful to your dog

info@bedlingtonrescue.co.uk www.bedlingtonrescue.co.uk