Fox Terrier, Wire Question

Stripping the fur means plucking it by hand or with the help of a stripping knife. It needs to be done three or four times a year in the case of pet wire fox terriers. As the hair is loose it's a painless procedure for the dog. It's not true that wires don't shed. As the hair lengthens some will fall out. Brushing and combing tends to remove the soft undercoat rather than the top wire coat. Stripping preserves the color and texture of the coat whereas clipping will result in a soft, curly and faded coat.