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Caring for a Belgian Malinois
- Maintenance: Brushing once a week along with a monthly bath is most recommended.
Grooming: Brushing weekly is recommended to minimise shedding at home, you should always use products and tools that won't damage the coat or skin of your Belgian Malinois This is a breed who's coat renews itself seasonally which causes shedding of old/dead hair therefore you cannot clip this type of coat but rather stimulate it's growth with brushing and shape it with light scissoring.
Special Attention: Pay attention to protect the nose and paw pads from dryness to prevent cracked skin which can lead to wounds.
Recommended Grooming Appointments: This breed should be groomed professionally every 8 to 12 weeks depending on the volume of shedding, meaning visits should be more frequent around Spring and Autumn when the biggest coat change happens. Alongside this, they should be bathed monthly to maintain healthy skin and coat.
Do you want the best care for your Belgian Malinois?
Here are 3 easy steps to follow for the best results:
1. BRUSHING
- Dogs with double coats shed twice a year.
- Brushing them weekly with a long-bristle slicker brush and a comb is key to avoiding tangles and keeping the home free of excess hair.
- A spray conditioner prevents pulling, adds shine, and improves coat hydration.
- Undercoat rakes and deshedding tools effectively remove excess undercoat without affecting the protective layer.
Spray Conditioner
Artero Mix is a perfect brushing aid. It can be used on wet or dry coats to protect the hair when brushing and add shine to the coat when absorbed.
Brush for a Belgian Malinois
Artero Juliet is ideal for brushing dense coats due to it's long pins, but thanks to the air cushion system behind the pins you can avoid scratching and irritating the skin with regular brushing.
Rake for a Belgian Malinois
Artero Rex is perfect for detangling dense coats without causing irritation to the skin. This helps reduce shedding at home from your Belgian Malinois.
De-Shedder for a Belgian Malinois
Artero King is ideal to remove the dead hairs from the thick coat without cutting the coat and risking damaging it.
2. BATHING
- Bathing is an essential part of caring for the Belgian Malinois, eliminating bad odors and keeping its coat clean.
- A monthly bath is recommended, or bi-weekly during shedding, using ARTERO products to nourish and hydrate.
- Applying a conditioner after washing helps remove loose hair and adds softness to the coat.
- When a bathtub is not available, no-rinse shampoos are perfect.
Detox Shampoo
Artero Detox is the perfect solution for your dog as it is ideal for dense coats which provides nourishment and hydration along with a deep cleanse that does not dry the skin or coat out.
Dry Shampoo
Speed easily cleans the coat of excess oils without needing to be rinsed out. Simply spray on and brush through for a quick clean up.
Protein Vital Conditioner
Every bath routine should include Artero Protein which is the best choice for the Belgian with it's moisturising and nourishing effect it helps with removing dead hair that sheds and also moisturising the skin to promote healthy hair from root to tip.
Deodorant
After bathing or between baths we can use Deodorant Sniff, to protect and eliminate any potentially bad odours.
3. HYGIENE
- Keeping the Belgian Malinois' ears clean during brushing is crucial to prevent infections.
- Regular dental brushing helps prevent tartar buildup and promotes fresh breath.
- Hairless pads and nose require special care to prevent injuries.
Ear Cleanser
Aurigel is the gel we will use to help clean out wax and dirt from the ear canal. The pump system is easy to use and non intrusive to the ear.
Coat Mask for a Belgian Malinois
The best solution to maintain a longer clean feel whilst also moisturising is Artero Detox Carbon. thanks to it's active carbon which continues to clean the coat whilst leaving it soft and odour free
Repair Cream for Nose and Paw Pads
The Artero Dfender repair cream will help to protect the dry areas from the skin cracking and wounds forming.
Breath Sprays
Artero X-Mint. is the solution to eliminating bad breath for your dog and also protects the teeth when used on a regular basis.
Ear Dips
To maintain proper ear hygiene use Ear Dips to remove dirt or wax from the external side of the ear easily
Teeth Dips
To easily clean and refresh the dogs teeth and gums. This helps protect them from disease and keeps their breath smelling fresh for longer. Teeth Dips.
What is the Belgian Malinois like?
This breed is intelligent, active and loyal that has seen a sharp increase in popularity in recent years.
Originally from Belgium it was bred as a working and herding dog. It is easy to train and well-suited for various work including protection work, military dog, search and rescue.
In addition to it's intelligence it's known for its high energy levels and confidence, making it ideal for activie families and experienced dog owners.
However, remember that due to it's protective nature and need for mental stimulation it is imperative that they are trianed properly from a young age to avoid any issues with behaviour.