Top 5 grooming tips for dogs
Grooming your dog at home is a great way to bond with them. Your dogs are good at sensing your moods and feelings. Hence don’t rush with them while grooming them. Take an ample amount of time and be calm.
Here are some tips that could help make this a happy experience for both of you.
Trim your dog’s hair and nails, but with caution.
Focus on removing the overgrown hair from your dog’s body.
It could be tricky to trim the hair from sensitive areas all by yourself, like near the eyes or inside the ear. Seek professional help when you are not confident doing it yourself.
Trimming the hair near their pad is essential to keep them from bringing dust and dirt from outside. Also, keep the toenail short for the same reason.
Toenails could be filed or trimmed when required, and do not cut the nails too short as it could hurt them.
A dog's fur protects him from sunburn and infections. Hence the idea is to only give them a trim and not shave the entire coat.
Brush your dog’s coat regularly.
Combing the fur improves blood circulation and helps spread the natural oils from their skin to the hair and make it look shinier.
Brushing their coat helps get rid of the shed fur, so there is less of it all around your house.
The frequency of brushing depends on your dog’s coat length and texture.
Giving a pawsome massage using essential oils is also beneficial. It provides antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory effects. It also detoxifies their body giving them relaxation.
Don’t bathe your dog too often.
Most healthy dogs don’t need bathing very often. Bathe your pup only to prevent hygiene issues and unpleasant odors.
Also, be cautious of the shampoo you are using. A dog’s skin has a different pH level from humans, so choose a soap-free shampoo specially formulated for dogs.
Do a regular checkup of your dog’s skin and ears.
Start by running your fingers through your dog’s coat, and look for unusual lumps or bumps—part the fur to examine the skin more closely for allergies, infections, or parasitic infestations.
Ear infections are common in dogs. Look if the insides of the dog ear are inflamed or moist or if the ear smells odd. Talk to the vet if you see any unusual symptoms.
Don’t use scented products on your dog.
Of course, you always want your dog to be very clean and sweet-smelling. But scented bath products can irritate your dog’s sensitive skin and nose.
Choose unscented products and the ones specially formulated for dogs.
Grooming is not always about making your dog appear handsome. It is mostly about maintaining the hygiene and health of your dog because if your dog is healthy, it will naturally look cute and beautiful.
Make grooming a fun experience for your dogs. Teach them to enjoy their grooming sessions. Be patient and give them lots of treats and praise so they will look forward to more such pampering sessions.
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