NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND
Norwegian Elkhound

GROOMING PROFILE

 Grooming Demand Rating

 High

 Full Grooming Interval

 6 to 8 Weeks

 Maintenance Interval

Weekly

BLADES & TOOLS
Slicker & pin brushes, natural bristle brush, matt or undercoat rake, metal combs, thinning shears and scissors.
 

COAT & GROOM TIPS

Using protein coat conditioners and de-tangling solutions during the pre-bath brush and comb out stage can make the job a lot easier on this breed. Start with a slicker brush session, followed by a comb out session. It may be easier to start with a coarse comb, and then a medium comb. You must brush to the skin to reach all of the undercoat shed.

Using modern high velocity dryers to blow off excess water after the bath can save a tremendous amount of drying time. Some groomers prefer to use a large pin brush instead of slicker brush for the hand fluff dry process. You can expect even more loose hair to remove after the bath, and finish with a final comb out.

Don't forget to scissor the hair under the feet even with the pads, and trim any other stray hairs around the feet.

A light coat of a protein conditioner mist can add sheen to the coat as a final touch when grooming is complete.
MORE GROOMING TIPS FOR PROFESSIONALS

Norwegian Elkhounds must be dried thoroughly with a professional quality blow dryer. A damp dog does not dry in humid climates and can mildew creating odor and skin infections.

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Books Dedicated to Norwegian Elkhound


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Multi-Breed Books

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Breed Standard Information

American Kennel Club - Breed Information

Norwegian Elkhound Association of America

Continental Kennel Club

CyberPet.com

DogBreedInfo.com

Grooming Information

Norwegian Elkhound Association of America

Continental Kennel Club - Norwegian Elkhound

DogBreedInfo.com

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