No matter how cute your dog is every dog succumbs to stinky dog syndrome at one
time or another. Dogs need to follow proper hygiene practices similar to humans
and you are the one to help them do this. It is important to engage in pet
grooming so that your dog does not end up having the infamous dog odor and
matted, dirty fur. You need to keep them in tip top shape.
Pet grooming entails a depth of grooming services that you need to do perform on
your dog often. The most basic pet grooming service that you should do is to
give your dog a bath. This pet grooming necessity often makes your dog run for
the hills, so following are tips to help you bathe your dog successfully.
You want to make your dog’s bathing experience a pleasant one so they don’t
shake in terror the moment you show them the bathtub. Therefore, make sure the
bathroom is comfortably warm. Gather pet grooming bath supplies together before
bringing the dog into the bathroom. You don’t want them to cower in fear while
you stumble around searching for their doggy shampoo. Path grooming bath
supplies include dog shampoo, bucket, towels, and hair dryer.
Once you have your pet grooming supplies ready then go find your dog. Bring them
into the bathroom first and then turn on the water. Pet them and comfort them
while you are waiting for the water to become a warm, soothing temperature. Keep
smiling and make a bath sound like it is the best thing since sliced bread.
You can bathe your dog in the bath tub by using a bucket to splash water over
their body. You can also find a hose with a sprayer at the end at your grocery
or home supply store. This can be very helpful as it speeds up the washing
process.
You can wash your dog with your hands, but there are also rubber textured
mittens available on the market. These pet grooming gloves work well to gently
scrub your dog clean while giving them a massage at the same time. This massage
technique will help your dog to not only take the bath without problems, but
actually enjoy it.
There are several pet grooming dog shampoos to choose from. Some pet grooming
shampoos are medicated against fleas and ticks. You can also find scented
shampoos and shampoos that are made for dogs with sensitive skin. The type of
shampoo you will use in your pet grooming can depend on the time of year.
For example, some dogs have allergies in the late fall or spring that prompt
them to need hypoallergenic shampoo while in the winter they need a more
moisture rich shampoo. The important thing is to use shampoo that is
specifically created for dogs. Never use dish soap or your own shampoo as this
can likely plague your dog with painful skin irritation. Consult your
veterinarian and dog groomer for shampoo recommendations.
Once your dog is in the tub you need to make sure to wash water over their
entire body. Place a small amount of shampoo in your hands and start by washing
the top of their head. Do this with extreme care as you do not want shampoo to
seep into their eyes. You can cover their eyes with your hands and rinse in the
direction away from their eyes. You can also use eye drops prescribed by your
vet that will ward against any shampoo that has accidentally snuck into their
eyes.
Continue this process by massage in a small amount of shampoo on their back
working your way around their entire body. It is critical to rinse thoroughly so
that you don’t have any shampoo build up that can be an itchy situation for your
dog.
Dry them first with a towel as they shake their entire body as well. Don’t
forget to gently wipe the inside of their ears and paws with the towel to remove
an excess water or moisture. Moisture left in their ears can lead to wax and
bacteria build up which leaves them prone to ear infections in the future.
Next you need to continue your pet grooming by drying your dog with a hair
dryer. Use the medium setting that is not too hot and test it on yourself first
to ensure you won’t burn your dog. Hold the hair dryer at least six inches from
your dog’s fur and work your way from the dense fur on your dog’s back to their
legs and face. Continue pet grooming until your dog’s fur is almost dry, but not
completely. You don’t want to risk burning their precious skin by drying their
hair for too long. You can brush through their hair as you dry it to give it
body and style.
It is a good idea to give your dog praise and encouragement during and after
this pet grooming session. This will help to improve their behaviour during the
bath which could save you from being drenched in their splashing water. Bathe
your pet as often as necessary. Some dogs require more frequent pet grooming
while others can go a longer period of time. Consult your veterinarian and pet
groomer for advice about your particular dog.
Bathing your pet can also be a great time to bond with your canine companion
while removing their stinky dog smell in the process!
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