{"id":1922,"date":"2026-03-03T15:30:56","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T14:30:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pomsdelalezardiere.fr\/care\/grooming\/"},"modified":"2026-03-04T16:33:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T15:33:01","slug":"grooming","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.pomsdelalezardiere.fr\/en\/grooming-nutrition\/grooming\/","title":{"rendered":"Grooming"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-color-2&#8243; el_id=&#8221;section-brosse&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>I \u2013 Brushing<\/h2>\n<p>Brushing removes dead hair, but it also plays a vital role in coat regeneration.<\/p>\n<p>Through its mechanical action, it stimulates blood microcirculation at the base of the hair, which:<\/p>\n<p>promotes regrowth and renewal of the undercoat (particularly important before winter),<\/p>\n<p>removes dead hair and lightens the fur,<\/p>\n<p>contributes to better temperature regulation, especially in summer.<\/p>\n<h3>How to brush a German Spitz?<\/h3>\n<p>Never brush a dry coat.<br \/>\nUse a moisturizing or detangling spray specifically formulated for long-haired dogs to make brushing easier and prevent breakage.<\/p>\n<h4>Recommended method:<\/h4>\n<p>First, brush with a long-bristled brush.<\/p>\n<p>Then, use a wide-toothed comb to check for any remaining knots.<\/p>\n<p>Use a slicker brush if necessary to remove any knots and dead undercoat.<\/p>\n<p>Brushing should not be superficial.<br \/>\nIt is important to work thoroughly, parting the fur strand by strand to reach the undercoat. This aerates the coat and prevents matting.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the ideal brushing frequency?<\/h3>\n<h4>\ud83d\udc3e For puppies<\/h4>\n<p>Get your puppy used to short, regular brushing sessions from the moment they arrive.<br \/>\nBrushing 2 to 3 times a week is sufficient outside of shedding season.<\/p>\n<p>The goal is both educational and aesthetic: the puppy learns to stay calm and accept handling.<\/p>\n<h4>\ud83d\udc3e For adult dogs<\/h4>\n<p>For routine maintenance, brushing twice a week helps keep their coat healthy and well-ventilated.<\/p>\n<p>During shedding season (spring and autumn), it is recommended to brush 3 to 4 times a week, or even daily if there is significant hair loss.<\/p>\n<h4>Remember:<\/h4>\n<p>Consistency is more important than duration:<br \/>\nShort, frequent sessions are better than long, occasional brushing.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;671&#8243; img_size=&#8221;500*500&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-color-1&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_raw_html]PGlmcmFtZSB3aWR0aD0iNTYwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjMxNSIgc3JjPSJodHRwczovL3d3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbS9lbWJlZC9SN1lWYkJLc3Iycz9zdGFydD0zMCIgdGl0bGU9IllvdVR1YmUgdmlkZW8gcGxheWVyIiBmcmFtZWJvcmRlcj0iMCIgYWxsb3c9ImFjY2VsZXJvbWV0ZXI7IGF1dG9wbGF5OyBjbGlwYm9hcmQtd3JpdGU7IGVuY3J5cHRlZC1tZWRpYTsgZ3lyb3Njb3BlOyBwaWN0dXJlLWluLXBpY3R1cmUiIGFsbG93ZnVsbHNjcmVlbj0iIj48L2lmcmFtZT4=[\/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">How to brush your dog? by <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCkh0OYrk2Ewt6T_0ADyzVQg\">Nath Dibella<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;3257&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-color-2&#8243;][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5916&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-color-1&#8243; el_id=&#8221;section-bain&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>II \u2013 Bathing and Drying<\/h2>\n<h3>The Bath<\/h3>\n<p>Thoroughly wet your German Spitz, being careful to avoid getting water in the ears and eyes.<\/p>\n<p>Apply a shampoo formulated for long-haired dogs, with a neutral pH, possibly enriched with keratin to maintain coat quality.<\/p>\n<p>If necessary, follow with a conditioner to nourish the coat and make detangling easier.<\/p>\n<p>Start with the head (being careful around the eyes and ears), then continue down the body, finishing with the tail. Don&#8217;t forget the belly and paws.<\/p>\n<p>A thorough rinse is essential to remove all product residue, which could irritate the skin.<\/p>\n<p>A properly performed bath leaves the skin clean and the coat nourished, soft, and moisturized.<\/p>\n<h3>Drying<\/h3>\n<p>First, dry your dog with absorbent towels.<\/p>\n<p>Then, use a hairdryer (warm air, never too hot) while brushing the fur section by section to dry thoroughly, down to the undercoat.<\/p>\n<p>Complete drying is essential: a damp coat can encourage the development of parasites or skin problems.<\/p>\n<p>Proper drying will also make brushing easier and help restore volume to the double coat.<\/p>\n<h3>How often should you <span class=\"Y2IQFc\" lang=\"en\">wash <\/span>a German Spitz?<\/h3>\n<p>The German Spitz does not require frequent baths.<\/p>\n<p>For routine maintenance, a bath every 8 to 10 weeks is generally sufficient, depending on:<\/p>\n<p>its lifestyle (indoor\/outdoor),<\/p>\n<p>its activity level,<\/p>\n<p>the condition of its coat.<\/p>\n<p>Bathing too frequently can damage the skin&#8217;s natural protective film and weaken the coat.<\/p>\n<p>However, a bath can be given occasionally if the dog is particularly dirty (mud, sand, odor).<\/p>\n<h4>Remember:<\/h4>\n<p>The quality of brushing is more important than the frequency of baths.<\/p>\n<p>A well-groomed and regularly brushed Spitz stays clean longer.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;270&#8243; img_size=&#8221;800*800&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;3rem&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;272&#8243; img_size=&#8221;800*800&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bg-color-2&#8243; el_id=&#8221;section-griffes&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>III \u2013 Nail, Teeth, Eye, and Ear Care<\/h2>\n<h3>Nails:<\/h3>\n<p>Only trim a few millimeters of the nails (the quick may be very long) to avoid injuring your dog. 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