Shetinese Breed Maintenance
Your Shetinese hybrid falls into the high category of maintenance, mostly due to the length and thickness of her coat, which is not hypoallergenic. She is a moderate/seasonal in the shedding department, causing her to need brushing several times a week with daily brushing during the seasonal shedding periods. She should be bathed only as needed so that the vital oils in her coat are not dried out. She falls into the high to moderate category for hunting and moderate category for wandering, making it important to keep her on leash when she's outside the house or fenced yard. She falls into the low category for drooling and doggy smell. She'll need to have her ears checked weekly, cleaning as needed with a cotton ball and approved canine ear wash. While you're checking her ears, take a look at her toenails and trim them when needed unless she is able to keep them worn down in her normal daily exercise activities. Be sure to brush her teeth at home at least two to three times a week to avoid periodontal disease development and the tooth loss that follows. She is a high energy mover and will need to be exercised daily at least 1 to 2 hours a day.
Brushes for Shetinese
Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
