How to Groom an Ibizan Hound

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Things You’ll Need:

Scissors
Natural bristle brush
Coat conditioner
Chamois cloth
Rubber glove
Aloe skin cream or moisturizer

Step 1:
Use scissors to trim the dog's whiskers. This is an optional grooming technique which is entirely based on taste.
Step 2:
Brush the coat occasionally with a natural bristle brush. Ibizan Hounds have one of three types of coats: smooth-haired, long-haired or wire-haired. These dogs don't require daily brushing like some long breeds; it's just needed occasionally to keep the coat looking healthy. Ibizan Hounds are average shedders.
Step 3:
Bathe the dog when necessary. While bathing, remove shed hair with a good, firm bristle brush. After bathing and drying, put a light coat conditioner on the dog and work it in by brushing it evenly through the hair. To add even more sheen, rub the areas you have conditioned with a chamois cloth.
Step 4:
Apply aloe skin cream or moisturizer to the dog's elbows if they are callused. This is a common occurrence in dogs of the same build and type as Ibizan Hounds, such as Greyhounds.

Tips & Warnings

Running a rubber glove over the dog's coat from time to time can keep it looking shiny and healthy.
Ibizan Hounds sometimes have allergic reactions to insecticides and some flea powders.
Some dogs of this breed are genetically pre-disposed to seizures, Axonal Dystrophy and nerve and muscle disease.

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