Part 1 - Sheltie bathing for the ring

Learn to groom your sheltie for the show ring. Bathing and drying are the building blocks to a perfectly groomed Shetland sheepdog.
Karen Linlkletter Linkridge Shelties
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[@_smurfitude]

The dog is so well behaved there's no restraints being used. I do understand though. This sweet dog has been well treated and never experienced hair matting or any negative grooming experience. I've watched other groomers from those in shelters to those who pay. I've seen those in shelters being treated very kind but those who pay that were handled rough, but on the other hand, groomers who charge were very kind even to those dogs who supposedly were very reactive, so it varies from groomer to groomer. When a dog trusts you, that dog will comply. I know this is what I see: A well trained, behaved dog who still will be a dog, but will be compliant enough to let the process happen in a positive way ❤

[@linkridgeshelties7413]

Thank you and yes, this is one of my personal dogs who I have raised from a puppy. She is very used to being groomed and actually enjoys the process. I am also a professional groomer so I deal with many difficult dogs as well. You are exactly right, if they experience dematting and other negative grooming experiences, it’s very difficult to get their trust back. I always do my best to treat them kindly and gently but it’s difficult when they haven’t always been treated that way. If all the dogs I groomed were good girls like Claire, I’d have the best job in the world! 😉

[@stephanie09.11]

So pretty.

[@andreabevan6218]

I would LOVE if you started making daily or weekly youtube videos like Sensa Tempo Cane Corso except with Shelties, where you share videos of your dogs and puppies and discuss their behaviour, your breeding plans, how you select dogs to join your program, and anything else

[@linkridgeshelties7413]

Hey Andrea, I’ve definitely thought about doing something like that. I just don’t have much going on dog wise at the moment... no shows or litters of puppies. Lots of just being dogs and getting dirty! Lol I am planning a possible litter though, maybe I’ll start doing a bit of filming of the process, thanks for the idea! 😊

[@213716s]

Shes so still when washing her face. My sheltie freaks every time. Any tips?

[@linkridgeshelties7413]

Some really don’t like it and the more they fight it, the worse the experience is for them. Shelties, luckily, have long noses that you can hold! I hold their nose and point it down so the water runs off and doesn’t get in their eyes, ears and nose. Turn the pressure way down and start behind the ears and work forward. Lots of positive reinforcement and don’t be in a hurry. If they really fight this try a sponge until they relax a little. Hope this helps 😊

[@iherdu2]

Do you put anything in the ears to keep water or soap from getting in?

[@linkridgeshelties7413]

Hi Jess, no I don’t. I find they tend to shake their heads more which leads to more water in the ear. I just rinse from above and the pinch the ear closed when I rinse underneath. 😊

[@joystizza7632]

Any suggestions on where to purchase the shampoo and conditioner you have listed? I’ve searched Amazon and Pet Edge but no luck there. Thx!

[@SuperRodriguez2005]

Hi, really enjoyed these videos. Can you list the products you use? The shampoo and conditioner, is what I'm interested in. Thanks

[@linkridgeshelties7413]

Hi, I’m using Melanie Newman Refresh shampoo and conditioner. I love these but any good quality, dog specific, shampoo should work fine. 😊

[@SuperRodriguez2005]

@@linkridgeshelties7413 , thank you very much!

[@nancygillies778]

could use a little more sound.

[@clubcolliecolombiano9790]

Eres un sueño cumplido, que alegría encontrarte. Te amo, de verdad que si eres una groomer de verdad. Amo tu sabiduría y trabajo. Porfavor búscame en instagram como @clubcollie_colombiano Soy David Velez. Quiero que conozcas a mi Sheltie Betún. Saludos desde Colombia.