Does your dog need a makeover? Has he been enjoying the great
outdoors a bit too much? Here are some simple tips to help
Your dog put his best paw forward.

It all starts with brushing:

– Brush your dog regularly. The best is daily. make sure also

brush against the direction of hair growth to detect fleas and

ticks

– The right tools. For short-haired dogs, most groomers

I recommend stainless steel combs because they slip

coats very easily.

For medium to long haired dogs, start with a slicker brush and

then follow with a stainless steel comb.

In hot months, consider investing in a flea comb to ensure

your dog has not become a flea hotel.

For your dog’s coat to really shine, finish with a soft

bristle brush

– If your dog hates being brushed, sometimes it helps to brush it.

after game time. Start by brushing out the hair growth.

address. When you’re done, reward your dog with a

try. Every day brush your dog a little more. And if you

you’re in luck, your dog may even start to like being brushed.

Now for the bathroom:

– Brush your dog from head to toe making sure all mats are gone.

For small dogs, a sink works great. For medium to large dogs,

a tub or shower works best. Use only lukewarm water and a good

shampoo made for dogs Human shampoo is too harsh and can

irritate your dog’s skin. Most hairdressers recommend working

from back to front, soaping the head last.

– Rinse, rinse and rinse again to make sure you’ve removed

all shampoo.

– Short-haired dogs dry quickly and just need to be dried

with a towel. If your dog has long hair, you may need to

brush it while it dries to avoid tangles.

The Grand Finale:

– Finish by giving your dog a treat.

– Then celebrate! You and your dog survived the bath, and you

have a clean dog