Cairn Terrier Fur style

[Rob D.]

I've taken Murphy to the same groomer four times now. I wasn't too pleased with

the first two times but lately she's been pretty good but not exactly what I wanted.

My wife likes it but I'm just not sure. This woman has been grooming for some time and She knows how to do all breeds. (except Cairns-my opinion) How do I go

about to suggesting to her to try another style. Should I show her the way that cairns should be groomed or just not take him back for his bi-monthly (her

advice) haircut. Would should we do????????

[Guest Guest]

Bi-monthly????? My Emma gets stripped every 6 months! I think "you're" getting clipped! If I were you I'd contact a Cairn Club in your area and ask their advice on a groomer. That's how I found someone who *only* does Cairns. She breeds them too so I'm very happy with the results! I hope you find a better solution!

Cheers,

MJ

[Rob D.]

To MJ:

I thought so but I wasn't sure. The only reason that we went there is that she's close. I'll take your advise and contact our provincial club. Thanks for the conformation.

[Guest jennyt]

My cairn has been stripped only once, he is almost 2. he could use a good going over, but I worry about this hurting him. His bum area seems especially sensitive, am I an overprotective Mom, or is there any other way?

[bradl]

Most of our dogs hate having their butts groomed. What seems to work best is to go v-e-r-y s-l-o-w-l-y pulling, literally, just a few hairs at a time. Usually when I fnd myself wrestling with a dog it's because I got impatient and wanted to do too much, too fast. It helps to do a few pulls on the butt, a couple on the back, a couple on the head, etc. to avoid overworking one place and letting them get restless or sore. Also, that Groom King tool seems particularly good at butts. It quickly rakes out the big pantaloons and then the stringly bits that are left are easily plucked, three hairs at a time

Disclaimer: I am the world's WORST groomer and can prove it.

[Rob D.]

This groomer we have is not your standard groomer. She uses scissors more than

stripping. I think I'm going to cancel Murphy's Bi-monthly haircut and check with the provincial club. Thanks.

[springlady]

Disclaimer: I am the world's WORST groomer and can prove it.

Prove it!

[bradl]

Have a look at any dog I've touched

[wheezie23]

Care to share a picture of your *work*??

Thela

[bradl]

This can't be right!

[wheezie23]

Uh, no, Brad, that is definitely not right, in more ways than one!!! LOL

Thela