Pet Dog

　　The Border Collie is a long-haired dog with dense fur that protects its body. If you do not regularly groom it with slicker and pin brushes, its coat easily mats and will not remain clean and smooth. Owners must thoroughly groom it every day and frequently trim its fur.

　　Owners must thoroughly groom it every day and frequently trim its fur. The steps are introduced as follows:

　　Step 1: Start by gently using a slicker brush to detangle knots and mats in its fur, being gentle while brushing.

　　Step 2: Use a pin brush with rounded tips to brush its entire body gently to avoid pulling out fur. After brushing, the dog’s coat should be free of any mats. The dense fur under the legs of long-haired dogs mats easily, and the skin there is sensitive, so be especially careful when grooming this area.

　　Step 3: Use a wide-tooth comb to comb through the dog’s entire coat to release some small knots. Then comb again with a fine-tooth comb (a densely spaced comb is recommended). Avoid using a short bristle brush for grooming.

　　Step 4: Trim the long fur around the dog’s paws with scissors. Remember to trim the long fur in front of the toes, as this area easily collects dirt and debris. Neglecting to clean it can cause inflammation, so regular trimming is necessary.

　　Step 5: Use a sharp pair of scissors to trim the long and fine fur (downy hair) around the dog’s rear (the connection between the hind legs). This prevents mats and dirt buildup in that area.