Grooming is a lifelong part of your pet's good health. Regular brushing, bathing and nail trimming add to your pet's appearance – and it feels great, too. Here is a list of supplies to keep on hand that will make grooming easy.Brushes, Combs and RakesDepending on your pet's hair coat you will need a brush or comb for removing tangles, dead hair and mats. A mat rake will help for long hair. Brushing and combing should be done before bathing because wet hair is much harder to work through.Shampoo and ConditionerChoose a shampoo or conditioner appropriate for your pet's needs. Skin, color and hair coat type should influence your choices. Most longhaired breeds need a conditioner or finishing spray to make the hair manageable.Bath EssentialsYou'll need a few items to make bathing easier. Use a rubber mat in the bottom of the sink or tub so your pet can stand securely.
A bright shiny coat is a sign of vigor and good health. We want our pets to look and feel their best and grooming helps achieve this goal. All dogs benefit from regular grooming. Here are a few tips to...
Grooming is part of your dog's natural social order and, when done properly, can add to his sense of bonding and well being. No matter what type of hair coat your dog has, there are combs and brushes designed...
Cleaning your dog’s ears may look easy but it is more difficult than you think, and if done incorrectly can result damage to your dog's ear. However, you can perform routine dog ear cleaning safely and...
Removing hair mats is fraught with potential complications because mats are often firmly attached to the skin; you must be extremely careful not to cut the skin as you cut off the mat.
There are several types of nail trimmers available for grooming your dog. The type you choose should be based on the size of your pet – smaller pets have smaller nails and large dogs have large hard toenails....
If your dog can announce his presence without barking or even entering the room, it may be time to give him a bath. Here are a few tips to make the ritual of the bath more enjoyable, or at least tolerable,...
When you hear the telltale "click-click-click" as your dog walks across the tile floor, you know it’s that time again – time to trim the toenails. Trimming your dog's nails is not just a part of grooming;...
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