During the last few years we have often heard about the stripping, a technique to keep the dog's coat soft and healthy. It is used in wire-haired breeds such as the Schnauzer, the Fox Terrier or the Westie, and consists of "pulling" the layers of mature hair to give rise to the most recent, since these dogs do not shed naturally. We tell you more about this curious method.
First of all we must know that the mute It is essential for the good condition of the skin, since the presence of dead hair can obstruct the follicles, preventing new hair from growing. This leads to problems like dermatitis and other skin conditions. For this reason, it is convenient that we help dogs that cannot carry out this process naturally.
This is the objective of stripping, a term that we can translate as “hair pulling”. Consists in remove dead hair from the hair follicle through different methods, depending on the area to be treated. Sometimes it is done by the fingers themselves (which is called plucking), while at other times blades, scissors or machines are used. It must always be done by a professional; otherwise, the skin of our dog could be severely damaged.
Although it may seem otherwise, stripping does not cause any pain the animal, since only the dead hair is removed. However, an inexperienced groomer can cause these discomforts, so if we notice that our pet feels pain during the process, it is best that we go to another professional.
This technique should be performed approximately Every two months, although this depends on the characteristics of each dog. It is highly valued in canine beauty contests, as it makes the hair shine and its texture softer.
There certain controversy about this technique, the opinions of the experts being divided. In any case, before submitting our dog to this process, we must consult with a trusted veterinarian, so that he can determine whether or not it is suitable for the animal.