Terrier coats are best maintained by daily brushing, hand stripping, and tidying outlines, says Curtis. She recognizes that most people don't have time to deliver that regimen themselves, so she recommends bringing in a professional groomer or opting for a shorter cut.

How often should terriers be groomed?

We recommend brushing at least 1-3 times a week and bathing at least every 1-2 months. Any grooming should mostly be light trims around the face, ears, paws, and sanitary areas every 4-6 weeks.

Do wirehaired dogs need grooming?

Clipping should always be kept to a minimum when grooming wiry coated breeds, but we may tidy tender or hard to reach areas with a clipper or scissors. Some breeds have softer hair on their underbelly which we will often use scissors for.