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Hi! Not sure which one you're asking about but at the start I'm using a shipping stone and later using a stripping knife (the metal tool with the wooden handle. Hand stripping is a LOT of work so won't be cheap, you also have to be very regular to see a real difference in maintaining a "proper" coat. One to the reasons I did these videos many years back is because there weren't many groomers in the area who could hand strip nor clients willing to pay or be regular so I taught a lot how to do it themselves... they either did very well or learned how to be more appreciative of their groomers! Good luck with either option!

John, you're an absolute star for watching all 3 in one day! You are totally right, little and often and then it's not a chore for either you or the dog. A great way to bond and get the dog used to being handled etc too. So glad you enjoyed them and took the time to comment too - feel free to share and subscribe to my channel too. Good luck with the new puppy!

@@dogsofpride1574 thats ok, I've had a couple of rotts over the years and just a 5 min groomin once or twice a week and they love it. if they do get any skin issues it can be picked up earlier..as for the bondin side of it they wouldn't leave my side if I have them with me..the good old days..

Thank you so much John, glad you enjoyed it and gleaned some tips.

@@dogsofpride1574 thanks keep up the good work...

Aww, bless! I would if you were closer!

Hi Jeanette - I referred to it as a Coat King, though that is more of the brand name from a specific manufacturer, mine is a "knock-off" though exactly the same head and can also be knows as an undercoat rake or deshedding tool too.

Glad you're enjoying them! I didn't know the Laekenois were hand stripped! The stripping stone is a favourite of mine as it is gentle and does not cut the hair but it is all a personal preference, that's why there are so many options. Take care!

I have had that since I started grooming at school in the UK! It is a stripping stone, there are many different types, try other show/terrier supplies stores/sites.

It is not a brush, it is a stripping stone. It provides grip to the hair and then the technique is to hold some hairs against it to help pull them out of the coat. With a proper technique you will only remove dead hair which is ready to release and not well rooted still growing hair, therefore it does not hurt.

Hi Dan - Mars is the brand I used for years (I don't groom anymore) but there are tons of brands out there and all will have one for face. I'm sure it would come up in a google search for you. Happy Stripping!

Awesome, yes that's what we do here now too, help people with a custom protocol, working with each individual system, no one size fits all!

Glad you enjoyed it. Please watch part 1 and part 3 as all the tools are also covered. Any professional grooming supply house will have hand stripping tools for sale and we still have some at dogsofpride.com too.

So glad you enjoyed it - yes Kay is pretty amazing! Since we recorded this, I've been on my way to becoming U-CLT too (Universal - Certified Light Therapist - to be able to help humans, pets and horses) and am currently having fun in my practicums - can't wait to add this offering to my existing services too in the not to distant future. Shine on! <3

@@dogsofpride1574 Good for you! And now we each have a new lover-of-light to follow. :) Light on!

Hi! If you go to our channel and watch the other 2 parts, I cover all different tools in those- hope that helps, thanks!

Do you have an example of stripping a Cairn Terrier you can show?

@@veronicacorrea7645 There may be some old pics on my FB page but I am now retired (due to Lyme disease) Exactly the same procedure, just different pattern, look up best in show winners for better looking outlines and use those as your guide.

Thanks Darla, be sure to hit that subscribe button as next week is Part 2 and all about ticks!

@@dogsofpride1574, have been for a long time 🙂

Please subscribe to the channel and you will be able to see part 1 and Part 3 of this series, I cover the tools in the videos and explain how to choose. There are so many, everyone has their favourites but I would definitely start with a coat king or coat king type for sure

Hi - sorry, i had to retire from grooming as I have Lyme disease! Same techniques and tools, just look for Westie specific videos to get the pattern and head correct. Glad you enjoyed it!

@@dogsofpride1574 sorry to hear that, because you are an excellent teacher as well as a groomer. Please take care of yourself.

@@larrycloetta9816 Thank you so much. I "retired" from grooming 4 years ago now and have since beaten Lyme - YAY - my life has gone more toward helping others and their pets battle this naturally among other things - you'll see more from me on the Finnessiam side of the business if you subscribe to our channel, you might enjoy my podcast "Quantumly Yours" too. Take care!

@@dogsofpride1574 What is the name of the device you're using when you're working on his face and ears?

@@christinedickenson7514 Hi, that is a stripping stone, it is like a rough pumice type of stone which helps with gripping the hair.

Aw thank you, just love the breed, I do love Airedales too though - one of the first people I gave tips to at a show, won BIS that weekend!

Hi - sorry, no. These are a few years old now and I had to retire from grooming due to Lyme disease. Thanks for watching though.

@@dogsofpride1574 Sorry to hear that. I hope you are back to good health again.

@@al-rm1nv Aw, thank you - watch some more recent videos on this channel and you'll see me talk about it and what I do now! Still helping, just in other ways <3

@@dogsofpride1574 I will watch them. I have two Cocker spaniels. I see conflicting articles on whether Spaniels can be stripped using the same techniques as that of terriers.

@@al-rm1nv Oh yes, it's the same technique, just obviously a much different pattern, therefore you don't strip them right back!

Glad you enjoyed it. If your Cocker is going to be shown, then yes the back is stripped. Your breeder should be the best person to ask about this! The fine airy stuff can have a tendency to grow back coarser when stripped properly, though not to destroy the correct pattern. Perhaps a product like the Texture paste from Pure paws would also help, or a good finishing spray to reduce the static. (try Pure Paws Finishing spray or Finnessiam SCENTsitive (scent free) Leave-In/Detangle spray. Take care.

Glad you like them. Check out your local groomers and ask who has experience or specialises in hand stripping, ask to see photos of their work or references even! You could also check sites of the professional association websites and see if there is anyone in your area listed as certified. nationaldoggroomers.com/groomer-locator <- try here first. Still ask for examples though! Also, if you are looking for a professional to keep your girl in "proper" coat, that you will need to be doing frequent appointments - stripping a coat properly requires very regular maintenance - failure to agree to a groomers' protocol in this area, may result in them dropping you as a client. Good luck!

@@dogsofpride1574 Thank you very much for your help and advice! I greatly appreciate it.

Is any teaching course is available? So I can learn. Hand stripping places are very far from my house. It will be impossible for me to drive every 7-10 days because of my work. What do you think should I do?

@@dashathehorsegirl7943 quite a few have learned enough just from these ones, check out Part 2 and part 3 and please subscribe to our channel - thank you!

Gabrielle Pope thanks so much for watching! Feel free to share, pet parents need to know and who else is going to tell the truth on this as anyone else who knows any of this are usually the ones cashing in so want to hide the truth!