subject: Basic Dog Grooming Supplies For Home Use [print this page] Basic Dog Grooming Supplies For Home Use Basic Dog Grooming Supplies For Home Use
To give a good impression, you take the effort by grooming your external appearances. If you happen to be a dog owner, it's also imperative for your pet to look good as he or she reflects who you are. Bringing a mutt with unkempt fur and muddy paws would certainly not go down well with the boss during company picnics in the park.
Depending on what sort of dog you have, some simple tips to picking up dog grooming supplies are easily manageable and not hard on the pocket. The most obvious is a suitable shampoo to suit your animal's condition. Unless you happen to own a rather exotic breed of dog, a general purpose shampoo is quite sufficient. If your dog is suffering from an outbreak of fleas and ticks, select one to rid your animal of these pests. A change of diet by adding some cloves of raw garlic sometimes does the trick too. As the ticks fall off, your dog's breath may also suffer the consequences.
An animal with a heavy coat of fur may need more attention to bring out its shine with the proper conditioner. A brush with good quality bristles is recommended to brush out any tangles in your dog's fur coat. If your dog has a tendency to over shed its fur, check with your vet or the local provider of dog grooming services whether it's a normal occurrence or due to incorrect diet.
As you cut your hair and nails, your dog needs similar attention. Some scheduled trimming of any overhanging fur may be required to clear up your dog's vision. A pair of animal nail clippers can be used to clip overly long nails. If you're not sure how to thin out your pet's fur coat or clip its nails, check with your vet or grooming supply shop.
If above is more than you can handle, some shops which carry dog grooming supplies may also provide dog grooming services. Perhaps it may be easier to send your dog in for a periodic makeover as they have the correct equipment and experience.
