Norwich Terrier

Brushing Routine

Brush 2-3 times weekly with a slicker brush and stripping knife or comb. Their wiry, weather-resistant double coat benefits from hand-stripping every 8-12 weeks to maintain proper texture and color. Clipping softens the coat over time. A greyhound comb helps check for tangles in the undercoat.

Bathing Tips

Bathe every 6-8 weeks with a texturizing shampoo that maintains the wiry coat quality. Avoid heavy conditioners that soften the coat texture. If the coat is hand-stripped, wait at least two weeks after stripping before bathing. A dry shampoo between baths helps manage the terrier-typical odor.

Common Issues

• Coat texture changes to soft and fluffy if clipped instead of hand-stripped
• Skin irritation after hand-stripping sessions
• Ear infections from small, erect ears collecting debris
• Dental crowding in their small jaws
• Tracheal sensitivity requiring gentle handling during grooming

Extend Your Grooming Results

Between hand-stripping sessions, use a stripping stone or Mars Coat King to maintain coat texture. Keep the furnishings (eyebrows and beard) combed and tidy between grooms. A light coat spray helps maintain the weather-resistant quality of the wiry outer coat.

Seasonal Care

Minimal shedding year-round when properly hand-stripped -- the dead coat is removed manually rather than shed naturally. Spring and fall are ideal times for full hand-stripping sessions. Houston heat is manageable with their wiry coat, which provides natural UV protection.

Maintenance Schedule

Brush 2-3 times weekly, stripping stone maintenance weekly, hand-strip or clip every 8-12 weeks, nail trim every 3-4 weeks, ear cleaning weekly, dental care daily. Professional groom every 6-8 weeks.