dog and puppy. It gives you a chance to see small changes in and
on your dog's body that could lead to health concerns such as a
lump or problems in his ears or with his teeth.
Dog grooming can be a time of further bonding with your dog.
This is some serious one on one time when he gets loads of your
attention.
So what do you do and when do you start grooming your dog and
puppy? As with most things with your puppy, you need to
introduce him to dog grooming slowly and help him be comfortable
with it. Start with short sessions of about five minutes and
work up to the whole routine as he adjusts.
Begin with brushing and combing. There are several different
grooming tools used for brushing and which you use depends upon
the breed of your dog and the type of coat he has. Ask the
breeder you got your puppy from for the proper techniques.
Brushing should be done before you bathe your dog or puppy.
Bathing your puppy should begin when he is about 14 weeks old or
Dog Grooming: Safeguarding Your Pal s HealthDog grooming is essential in maintaining your dog s health which include routines involving regular brushing, combing for dead hair removal, bathing and nail removal. Dog grooming provides dogs with shinier and healthier lifestyle plus the opportunity to spend some time with your dog. It is essential that you train your pet with dog grooming in his earlier years with mild approach. Some dogs may view the routine as another way of petting him. Combing and brushing will care for your dog s coat but it is equally important that you attend to his other body parts, like the ears, toes, eyes and the ..
sooner if he is a very dirty dog. Most dogs should need bathing
only once a month unless he gets dirty. Wherever you decide to
bathe your dog, bathtub, sink or some type of tub, place a
rubber mat within to give him something secure to stand on so he
won't slip around.
Soak down his body but not his face. Keep water out of his ears.
You may wish to block his ear canals with cotton balls to
prevent the water from getting into his ears. Lather up your wet
dog with a dog shampoo. Rinse well. Any leftover shampoo in his
coat is likely to cause dryness or skin irritation. Wipe his
face off with a damp cloth. Squeeze off the excess water and
then towel dry your dog. Complete the drying process with either
a hair dryer set on warm, not hot, or by leaving him in a warm
room until dry.
Be aware that a dog will shake just as soon as you release him.
This is why some people want to run their dog outside quickly
after a bath on a leash to prevent him from rolling and getting
dirty again. If this is not an option, such as in winter, you
The Grooming needs of Yorkshire TerriersOne of the most identifiable and beautiful traits of the Yorkshire Terrier breed is its long flowing silky coat. While this luxurious coat is what makes Yorkies so attractive to many dog lovers looking for the perfect family pet, it can also be a hassle to care for. But with proper grooming and attention, you can ensure that your Yorkie remains looking spiffy at all times.
The first grooming factor that you should consider before deciding to purchase a Yorkie is the fact that in addition to daily grooming, Yorkshire Terriers need to be professionally groomed on a regular basis. Yes, professio ..
may wish to consider a professional groomer.
A professional groomer may be a consideration for some of the
more difficult haircuts and dog grooming considerations such as
the stripping required by some wire-haired breeds. This depends
upon your ability to do the required tasks and your desire to do
them as well.
copyright 2005. Sandra Dinkins-Wilson
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