Top Dog Grooming Tips

Most pet owners love it when their dogs appear well groomed. However, professional grooming may not be the answer for all pet owners’ budgets.

Below are a few grooming tips that can easily be used at home.

Baby Powder

If your dog has long hair that is prone to tangles use a light dusting of baby powder. This will help you to comb out the tangles much easier and your dog will also smell nicer.

Flea Combs Have More Uses

Dogs that have long hair around their faces such as the doodles, Schnauzers and Shih Tzu’s can benefit from a flea comb. This product is fantastic for detangling this area without causing discomfort or pain to the dog.

Trim The Paws

Keeping the hair trimmed between the around the pads has various benefits. The paws become easier to wipe down when the dog has been outside. They also won’t get thistles or burrs caught in them. The dog will have improved traction on floors that are slippery because the hair no longer obstructs the pads.

Use The Right Brushes

A good grooming tool is an essential addition to your dog grooming equipment. Ensure that you are using the right brush for dog shedding according to the coat type of your dog:

•For the short-hair breeds such as the Labs only use a curry comb great for when washing the dog and a short toothed Equigroomer tool for dog grooming.

•For the medium-length hair breeds that have undercoats such as the Husky use a single or double rake to get to the undercoat. The slicker brushes or de-matting combs are also very useful.

•For the Doodle, breeds use a straight or slicker comb and a pin brush.

•The long haired breeds such as the Maltese and Shelties use a straight comb, double rake or a slicker.

•The wire-haired breeds can benefit from slicker brushes and the flea comb for the area of the face.

Use The Right Shampoo And Conditioner

Only use hair products that are made for dogs and not human products. The human shampoos are often toxic and harsh particularly if the dog ingests it. Rather choose all natural products and chat to your vet before you use a product if the animal already has skin conditions or allergies.

Double Rinse

Make sure that you rinse all traces of a shampoo or conditioner out of your dog’s hair. Any product that has been left behind has the potential to cause irritation that can include severe itchiness, flaking, and dry skin.