Grooming Tips. Pet Grooming Tips (See copyright statement at end of article) The Miniature Schnauzer is a double-coated breed that has a wiry topcoat and a soft undercoat. The topcoat is maintained by hand stripping and is required for the show ring. The pet trim calls for the same outline but it is maintained using electric clippers. For more complete instructions and charts including stripping patterns, Please order the "Miniature Schnauzer Grooming Charts” from the Publications page. Here are some basic tools you will need before you get started. Please refer to this grooming chart for the following section: AMSC Grooming Chart - small (80kb file) This chart should print well from your browser on 8½ x 11 paper, Landscape layout. AMSC Grooming Chart - large (376kb file) This chart is more accurate in detail, and will work well if you can edit image files for printing purposes.
When trimming the nails, be careful not to cut too short and cause bleeding. A Schnauzer should be bathed as often as necessary. Grooming the Schnauzer. Schnauzer Rescue Adopt a Miniature Schnauzer! Schnauzer Rescue of the Carolinas.