Shetland Sheepdog grooming in St. Charles, MO
Everything a Shetland Sheepdog owner in St. Charles needs to know about coat care — what it needs, how often, and why it matters.
Why grooming matters for a Shetland Sheepdog
The Shetland Sheepdog's beautiful double coat is a lot of coat for a small dog. The soft, dense undercoat sheds heavily and, when it comes loose, gets trapped against the skin under the longer outer coat, where it packs into tight mats if it is not brushed and blown out regularly.
The heaviest hair is on the mane, behind the ears, on the britches, and on the feathered legs, and these are exactly the spots that mat first. Regular grooming to remove the loose undercoat keeps the skin able to breathe and prevents the painful matting that a coat this thick can develop.
What we pay attention to
A thorough de-shedding and blow-out removes the loose, soft undercoat that otherwise packs into mats against the skin.
The dense mane and the hair behind the ears mat fastest and get careful line-brushing to the skin.
The feathered legs and the hair around the feet are trimmed and brushed to keep them tidy and mat-free.
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Shetland Sheepdog grooming FAQs
Should a Sheltie's coat ever be shaved down?
Generally no. The double coat insulates against both heat and cold, and shaving can damage how it grows back. The better approach is regular de-shedding and brushing to keep the coat healthy rather than removing it.
How do I keep my Sheltie from matting between grooms?
Line-brush to the skin a few times a week, paying special attention to the mane, behind the ears, and the back legs. Removing loose undercoat before it packs down is the key to preventing mats.
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