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Do English cocker spaniels need haircuts?
While many gundogs don’t require regular grooming, Cocker Spaniels and Springer Spaniels do need clipping. The feathers of their coat trap dirt really easily, so regular brushing after shooting days is essential alongside gentle trimming around the feathers and ears to keep them smart.
How often should you cut a cocker spaniels hair?
Every six weeks or so, your cocker spaniel will need to be groomed. You have two main options here, either clipping or shaving your dog, or if you are a bit more adventurous, having them hand stripped.
Will my cocker spaniel’s hair grow back?
Of course it’ll grow back, don’t worry. I know they say the long coat is as much to keep heat out at heat in, but honestly I always think they are so much more comfortable in the heat without that thick coat.
Do spaniels need clipping?
Spaniel coats vary, and if you’ve got one with silky fur there’s probably little reason for a full clip – a trim of leg and ear feathers is probably all that is needed. However, many spaniels have more woolly coats and I’m convinced that dogs like these benefit from a full trim.
Can you trim the fur on dogs paws?
Yes, you should trim the hair between a dog’s pads if they are long enough. Most breeds with short coats don’t have short hair between their toes. If you have one at home, it might not be necessary to trim the hair. However, if the hair grows well past the pads, you will definitely need to trim them.
How often should a cocker spaniel be bathed?
A cocker spaniel should be groomed every 4 – 6 weeks, with special attention to the ears weekly. Cockers are a sporting breed and are bred to flush game in the field and may need to be bathed as often as weekly or bi-weekly to keep them in good shape.
What happens if you shave a spaniel?
Shaving a double-coat can also do long-term damage. When it is shaved down to the skin, the undercoat hair will grow back faster, and sometimes will crowd out the slower-growing guard hairs. This can change the texture and color of a dog’s coat and make it appear patchy and unattractive.
Can Spaniels be shaved?
Obviously if the dog is not brushed and is extremely matted, for the dogs welfare shaving is the best option to remove them from discomfort. Spaniels can either be scissored or hand stripped. I do a combination of both across his body. Once you’ve shaved a dog their coat will never go back to it’s original condition.