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Learning the Fundamentals of Canine Grooming

By Lawrence Reaves

Your pooch may not need to bathe as frequently as people, but he still needs to maintain his cleanliness and appearance in order to feel good. If you have ever given your dog a bath and watched him prance around eagerly, you'll already know how powerful an effect grooming has on him. Keeping his hair trimmed, nails clipped, and ears clean while making sure he's free from dirt and grime is not only good for his hygiene, but also for his happiness.

In this article, we'll introduce you to the fundamentals of grooming your dog. We'll offer a few helpful suggestions for keeping your pooch clean, happy, and looking his best.

Brush His Coat Regularly

Brushing your canine's hair helps to remove dirt and debris, eliminate tangles, and keep his coat looking shiny and healthy. The frequency of the brushing sessions will depend on the length of his hair.

If he has short hair, brushing every two weeks is sufficient for keeping it well-managed. If his hair is medium-length, it will be more susceptible to tangles, matting, and debris. Plan to brush him weekly. If your pooch has long hair, you'll find his coat difficult to manage unless you devote time to brushing it daily.

Keep in mind that most dogs enjoy having their owners brush their hair. It feels soothing to them and they enjoy the attention. So, even if your canine only requires a weekly brushing, consider doing it more often. You'll both enjoy the time spent together.

Don't Forget His Nails

Unlike brushing, few dogs enjoy having their nails trimmed. In fact, few enjoy having their paws touched. Canines' distaste for nail trimming usually stems from a painful memory of having them clipped too short in the past. Meanwhile, owners are often hesitant while trimming them because they're fearful of hurting their pets.

If you're unsure regarding how to clip your pooch's nails, ask a professional groomer to show you the process. Your dog will need to have them trimmed once a month, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to practice over time. But regardless of how often you do it, your canine will never look forward to the experience.

Bathe Him to Keep Him Clean

Bathing is unnatural to dogs; they have to grow accustomed to it through repetition. That said, canines enjoy their owners' attention so much that many of them will gladly endure the water and suds in order to have it.

Plan to give your dog a bath once every four to six weeks. If he spends a lot of time outside, you may need to bathe him every two or three weeks. Ask your veterinarian to suggest an appropriate shampoo given your pooch's skin and hair.

Examine His Ears

While bathing your canine, check his ears for debris or unpleasant odors. Both are signs that his ears need cleaning and possibly, medication. Some breeds rarely experience ear problems because air flows freely through the ear canal. Other breeds - especially those with long hair - seem to cope with persistent problems related to bacteria and other elements. Very little air is able to flow through the canal.

Canines rarely enjoy having their ears cleaned. But inspecting and cleaning them will help prevent serious problems (and foul odors) down the road.

Give His Hair A Trim

Every breed grows their hair at a different pace. Some dogs need a haircut every two weeks while others can go a few months without a trim. In most cases, this job should be performed by a professionally trained groomer. Trimming a canine's hair is not as simple as it appears.

Taking the time to groom your dog is necessary for maintaining his cleanliness and happiness. Make it a part of your schedule. As an added benefit, you'll find that regular grooming slowly strengthens the friendship you share together.

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