[Bonanza]

I've had wirehair dachshunds which are always hand stripped for show purposes. I currently have a rescue terrier/dachsie mix (and heaven knows what else!) with that same kind of coat.

I've always felt that if you aren't showing your dog, why would you hand strip him/her? It is painful for the dog and is very time consuming. If it serves no purpose, and you can still get the look (the cut) with a regular grooming and just let them be happy puppies less the pain for them and the cost for you.

If you show your dog, then it's a different story, however.