A Simple Guide To Do It Yourself Dog Grooming

Any dog owner can tell you that while owning a dog is fantastic

, it also comes with huge responsibilities. And because we love them so much, we want them around us. However, that is practically impossible if you don't groom and maintain your job properly. Doing it professionally, however is extremely costly. But, you can learn the process of do it yourself dog grooming and save money along the way.

The first thing you need is to be equipped with the various grooming supplies. By the time you bring your dog home, you should have pretty much everything you need. And when it comes to grooming, it should be a fun and pleasant experience, not a chore.

Start with purchasing a good quality dog shampoo. Avoid any shampoos that are intended for human hair as their composition is different and will and up dulling and drawing out the skin and your dogs coat. You will also need a conditioner that is specific to dogs. This will help to provide for any shiny coat and moisturize the skin continuously. Member to purchase a nail clipper and a good brush as well.

You must make it a habit of grooming your dog each day. Not only will it avoided from shedding, it will avoid tangles and matting from occurring. And doing it every day will keep your dog cleaner by removing the dirt, dust and debris.

Preparing for the bath should be something pleasant. Have all supplies within reach. Keep the mood calm and happy so that your dog is stress free. Definitely brush your dog before the bath as the matting and tangles will worsen when wet. Then, wet your dog from the neck down, not forgetting the tummy with the right temperature water. To make things more pleasant and easier for you and the pet, try to leave the head for last. Many dogs abhor their head getting wet.

Once he is thoroughly wet, apply the shampoo. Lather him up and try massaging him as he is being washed because many love that. Rinse him off and repeat the process. Rinse again but pay attention to not leave any shampoo behind. This will irritate his skin.

Finish off with washing his head and then towel dry him. This will reduce the amount of blow drying that will be necessary afterward to avoid illness, for one.. The pedicure is next on the list of things to do.

In some cases, it isn't necessary, provided your dog spends plenty of time walking on pavement. For those that are mostly on soft surfaces, it will be required to trim them with the special clippers. It is necessary because it causes discomfort for the dog, but will also end up damaging any wood flooring.

by: Landon Wiggs

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