There are a few smells that bring back happy memories such as fresh brewed coffee, fresh cut grass, cookies right out of the oven and a clean, newly groomed dog!
It’s summertime and the livein is easy! Now is the time to grab your dog, head out to the backyard, turn on the hose and have some fun! You will not only save money by giving your dog a bath, but it’s a great time to have some fun with your dog.
As with many things, it’s always best to start giving your dog a bath while it’s still a puppy if possible. Make sure that it’s a positive experience so that your dog will come to look forward to bath time.
Bathing a dog is like taking a shower yourself, do it too much and it will dry your skin out. Frequency of bathing actually depends on the breed of the dog. If the dog is of a hairy type like the Cocker Spaniel, then the bathing is to be carried out once in six to eight weeks. Short haired dogs of course are quicker and easier to bathe.
Be sure to us use soaps and conditioners made especially for dogs. The soap materials used for human beings are not suitable for dogs. At WhiskerFeathers.com we have shampoos made with Oatmeal for dogs with sensitive skin and shampoos with Tea Tree Oil that alleviates hot spots and itchy skin.
Bathing a dog is often a wet and messy process, even if the dog is cooperative so prepare the area if you’re bathing indoors. Bathing a dog is a bit like washing a car; this first wash with dilute shampoo will remove grit and dirt and leave the coat ready for a thorough shampoo. Bathing a dog is much easier if you have first combed the entire coat, removing all loose hairs and mats.
The first step in bathing a dog is the same as the first step in grooming teach him to stand and to accept hands all over his body. Make sure you have gathered all your materials together before you begin. Once you start, you’ll have a wet dog on your hands and you can’t just walk away. Have yourself water source, whether it’s a bath tub outside with a hose or if you’re bathing your dog inside, the sink. You will need shampoo and conditioner, towels, preferably old ones that you no longer use, and a brush or comb. Be careful of their eyes and ears not to get soap in them. Wash the out side of their ears with a wash cloth.
It can be a fun time as in this video:
Bathing a dog is only a small part of the grooming process and with that, some pet owners think they need special training and skills but what it really takes his practice, practice, practice. Bathing a dog is quite simple if they are accustomed to the routine. Of course, for a very special occasion, a professional groomer can give them a spa experience!
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