A Few Basic Care And Dog Grooming Tips

Our four legged friends are often like members of the family

. It is inconceivable to let a child go out of the house without bathing or brushing their hair or teeth for a prolonged period of time. Pets can only do so much to further their own cleanliness. That is why people are often on the search for new dog grooming tips.

Bathing a dog keeps away the fleas, ticks and other bothersome creatures that like to invade dog fur and make it their home. Critters can cause a great deal of aggravation and also health problems for pets. Bathing is good for a dogs health, keeping them clean of bacteria and makes them more desirable to pet. Dog shampoo should always be used instead of human shampoo. Dog fur is not human hair. Most dogs do not care for the scented soaps and conditioners that groomers often use and will soon smell like their natural scent after being groomed.

Dogs often have trouble with wax and dirt collecting in their ears. Ears should be cleaned out regularly with safe procedures. The wax can be eliminated simply by pulling the long hairs out of the dogs ear canal. Do not ever use scissors to cut a dogs ear hair and do not put fingers inside the ear. These things can cause permanent damage.

There is a serious medical condition that affects dogs eyes, causing them to leak fluids. Some dogs are just prone to tearing, so checking with a veterinarian or doing some research on the breed will give the information required.

The toenails are important, as well. If toenails are allowed to grow too long, they can be hazardous to humans, the furniture, the flooring and the pet itself. Dogs that have a tendency to jump up should have their nails checked and clipped regularly because a long claw in the eye is never welcome.

Brushing and combing are two essential parts of the grooming process. While bathing is extremely important, as well, brushing a dogs fur stimulates the blood supply to the skin. It is a good way to keep the dogs appearance shiny and healthy.

Brushing is often related to petting to dogs, so brushing every day can boost a relationship between owner and pet by creating a bonding time between them, when the dog feels extra attention and love.

During a bath is a good time to do all the other extras that grooming requires. Brushing and combing in the bath can help eliminate a lot of loose fur. The ears can be cleaned and toenails clipped. It is a time when bonding between owner and pet can really come into play.

Some dog breeds have special needs because of the length of fur, or the temperament of the animal. There are websites and books on every known breed and research into their care is recommended. Keeping a pet groomed properly can prolong their life span. Seeking out different methods and dog grooming tips furthers an owners knowledge on how to keep their pet happy and healthy.

by: Landon Wiggs

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