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Proper dog grooming has not only visual purposes but also adds to your pet’s holistic growth – physically and psychologically. Dog hair can interlace as a result of dirt and grime in the coat forming mats and tangles. So, they need to be groomed to keep proper hygiene. Additionally, dog grooming creates more bonding time with your pet, producing a stronger relationship.

As with most things, it is best to train your dog to be groomed at an early age. But, an old dog can learn new tricks and an untrained dog can still be taught to accept all the attention. Train your pet to become accustomed to his body parts being touched and brushed. There really is no need for a professional dog groomer. However, if you don’t have the time or the interest to groom your dog, be sure to select a groomer that handles the animals gently.

Here are some things to remember with dog grooming: Complete a daily inspection on your pet’s body parts. Watch out for bumps, hot spots, inflammation, irritation, vegetative matter, and parasites like fleas and ticks in his coat. Get rid of fleas by using a fine-toothed comb and tweeze of any ticks. Check the ears for irritation; especially droop ears that are inclined to infection, which can lead to permanent hearing loss. Examine your companion’s paws – dirt, grime, pebbles, and chemicals can get caught in the crevasses that can infect his paws.

Brushing removes mats but it also takes away dead hair, therefore removing animal odor. This is also necessary because tangles can be very painful for your dog, which may lead to skin inflammation. And keep in mind that grooming during shedding encourages the growth of the new coat, so brush especially well after physical exercise.

Nails should be trimmed once a month, especially if your dog has a hard time walking. You can maintain dental hygiene by using dog toothpaste and a toothbrush with soft bristles twice a week. And use a damp cotton cloth to remove mucus from your dog’s eyes and a coarse rag is appropriate in cleaning your pet’s face.

When bathing your dog, make sure to brush away dead hairs first to clear all the mats in his coat. Always soak your pet in warm water. Then apply a pet shampoo in small amounts. The target areas to hit are the eyes, ears, rectum, toes and under the chin. Avoid getting soapy water in his eyes and ears. The frequency of bathing differs with different breeds. Simply consult your local pet grooming shop if you’re not sure how many times you should bath your dog.

It is highly recommended that you have your own specific dog grooming supplies. Good grooming supplies includes a grooming brush, clippers for dog toenails, combs with varying teeth (fine, medium coarse), dog shampoo, coat conditioner, and a coarse rag.

Following a good dog grooming routine with the proper dog grooming supplies will help keep your pet happy and healthy and will help maintain a strong bond between owner and man’s best friend.

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