Kaiser had his teeth brushed at home for the first time last weekend. We’ve had the vet and the groomers brush them before, but this was the first time on our own. Since he needs to have his teeth brushed more frequently we decided to buy a dog tooth brush kit from PetCo. Overall, Kaiser did very well, was patient, and didn’t seem to mind the taste.
There are many options when it comes to the actual brushes, and we found that the simple brush that the vet gave us worked the best. It’s recommended to brush your schnauzer’s teeth daily. If that seems like a lot, try to start on a weekly basis. Schnauzers are known to develop harmful bacteria that can cause health problems later on in life. We hope you like the video we put together to document his home tooth brushing session.
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Say hi to Kloee, a Mini Schnauzer who is just over a couple years old and a fan of Kaiser’s blog. Here’s a pic of her playing with her stuffed frog. Just further proof that Schnauzers are the most photogenic of all dog breeds.
Tags: Friends, Kloee, Mini Schnauzer, photography, Toys
Our Mini Schnauzer friend, Oskar B. from Louisiana, seems to have recovered nicely from his Mardi Gras partying days.
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Schnauzers can be prone to skin problems as many of you may know. Some of the common hair and skin issues are easily identifiable, like Schnauzer Comedone Syndrome, Seborrhea, or thyroid and gland problems, while others can remain a mystery.
Teddie, a Miniature Schnauzer who is 4 1/2 years old, has a lovely well mannered affectionate personality, but recently has developed two areas on her back where the soft haired coat has deteriorated revealing a coarse hair close to the skin.
The Vet has looked at it and is unsure what the cause may be and has had a culture done which came back negative. The Vet has said not to worry about the bald spot. Not knowing what is causing this hair loss/change is, by its nature, still a concern.
If you have any experience or tips on how to treat a bald spot or if you recognize the condition from the picture please tell us about it in the comment section below.
UPDATE: Some more flattering images of Teddie the Miniature Schnauzer…
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