Grooming dogs
Does your dog need a makeover? Did she enjoy the great
outdoors a little too much? Here are some easy tips to help
your dog has put its best paw forward.
It all starts with brushing:
– Brush your dog regularly. Daily is best. Don’t forget too
brush against the direction of hair growth to check for fleas and
ticks.
– The right tools. For short-haired dogs, most groomers
recommend stainless steel combs because they slide through them
very easy to apply.
For medium to long-haired dogs, start with a smooth brush and
then follow up with a stainless steel comb.
During the warmer months, consider investing in a flea comb to be on the safe side
your dog has not become a flea hotel.
To really make your dog’s coat shine, finish with a soft
bristle brush.
– If your dog hates being brushed, it sometimes helps to brush him
after playtime. Start by brushing into the hair growth
direction. When finished, reward your dog with a
treatment. Brush your dog a little longer each day. And if you
you’re lucky, your dog might even start to like being brushed.
Now for the tub:
– Brush your dog from head to toe, making sure all mats are gone.
For small dogs, the sink works great. For medium to large dogs,
a bath or shower works best. Use only warm water and good
dog shampoo. People shampoo is too harsh and can
irritate your dog’s skin. Most makeup artists recommend work
from the rear end forward, soaping the head last.
– Rinse, rinse and rinse again to make sure you remove
all shampoos.
– Short-haired dogs dry quickly and only need to be dried
with a towel. If your dog has long hair, it may be necessary
brush it until it dries to avoid tangling.
The Grand Finale:
– Finish by giving your dog a treat.
– Then celebrate! You and your dog survived the bath and you
have a clean dog.
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