Borzoi grooming in St. Charles, MO
Everything a Borzoi owner in St. Charles needs to know about coat care — what it needs, how often, and why it matters.
Why grooming matters for a Borzoi
The Borzoi is an elegant sighthound draped in a long, silky coat that can be flat, wavy, or curly, with a luxurious frill around the neck and generous feathering on the tail, legs, and rear. The body coat lies fairly smoothly, but the softer frill and feathering tangle and mat where there is friction, especially behind the ears, on the britches, and along the underside.
This breed sheds its coat seasonally, and the long silky hair can pack into mats during a shed if it is not brushed out regularly. Keeping the feathering combed to the skin and the coat clean preserves both the health of the coat and the flowing, aristocratic silhouette the breed is known for.
What we pay attention to
Comb the heavier frill around the neck regularly, as this longer, softer hair tangles more than the body coat.
Brush the tail, leg, and britches feathering to the skin to prevent the mats that form at friction points.
Increase brushing during seasonal sheds so the loosening coat does not pack into mats.
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Borzoi grooming FAQs
Does a Borzoi need a lot of brushing?
The body coat is relatively easy, but the longer neck frill and the feathering on the tail, legs, and britches need regular combing to stay mat free. Brushing a few times a week, with more during seasonal sheds, keeps the silky coat in good shape. Focusing on friction points like behind the ears prevents the tightest mats.
Should a Borzoi's coat ever be shaved?
Shaving is generally discouraged, as the silky coat helps protect the skin and contributes to the breed's distinctive appearance, and it may not grow back the same. Regular brushing and bathing keep the coat manageable without clipping it down. If matting becomes severe, a groomer can advise on the gentlest way to address it.
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