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How To Properly Bathe A Dog

The breed and type of coat determines how often a dog should be bathed. A Poodle, for example, should be bathed every four to six weeks. A Pointer can go three to four months between baths. Other breeds which have harsh long coats, such as the Pomeranian and Samoyed, should be bathed less frequently because bathing tends to soften their coats. Dogs that are kept in the house most of the time are u...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming

How To Groom A Long Fluffy Coat

Some breeds of dogs with long coats are characterized by a certain appealing fluffiness as opposed to those with long smooth flowing hair similar to long human hair. Keep this in mind when grooming dogs with long coats. Think of the coat as standing out from the body, rather than lying flat against the skin. Once you have finished giving your dog a bath, below is a step-by-step process on how to ...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming

Choosing The Right Shampoo

Giving a dog a bath can be as simple as rinsing him in a child's swimming pool in the backyard during the summer or as complex as a full-blown spa ritual with a variety of fancy coat products designed to whiten, darken, brighten, detangle, shine, and leave the dog with a designer aroma to rival a fancy perfume. There are many ways to make bathing easier and which makes subsequent grooming sessions...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming

Removing Those Nasty Dog Mats

A tangle of hair that has formed a knot tight enough to resist brushing and combing is called a mat. Dog mats tend to form on dogs with thick, long, curly, or double coats in areas with longer hair, such as the base of legs, the anal area under the tail, under the chest by the front legs, and around the ears. In most cases, regular maintenance such as daily brushing and combing are needed to preve...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming

Grooming Dogs With Sensitive Skin

Your dog's skin is one of his most sensitive and easily damaged organs. If your dog develops a skin problem, such as an allergy or a negative reaction to a grooming product, his skin can initiate a cycle of other conditions that can be difficult to cure. Some breeds, in particular, have very sensitive skin that requires special care and handling. Dogs with a white or light colored coat and pink s...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming

Basic Dog Grooming Tips

When it comes time to groom your dog, here are some helpful hints. 1. Use a brush that is intended for your dog's hair type. Brushes with bristles that are farther apart, such as pin brushes, are useful on dogs with longer, thicker hair. Brushes with shorter, harder bristles are useful on short haired dogs. If you purchased your dog from a breeder, ask the breeder what kind of brush is best to us...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming

Grooming For Dog Health

Grooming your dog is important for more than aesthetic purposes. Grooming is important for your dog's overall health, both physical and psychological. Dogs need to be groomed to have proper hygiene. Grooming generates more bonding time with your dog to create a stronger relationship. It is best to train a dog to be groomed at an early age, but an untrained dog can still be taught to accept all th...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming

Keeping Your Dog's Eyes Clean and Healthy

The need to clean your dog's eyes more or less depends on the type of breed. Dogs with protruding eyes and wrinkles on their face such as the Pekingese, Pug, and Boston Terrier, need to have their eyes cleaned on a regular basis. Other types of breeds do not require as much attention. Different eye types need different kinds of care. * Flat-faced dogs with protruding eyes require the most care b...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming

3 Ways To Dry A Dog

There are three methods commonly used to properly dry a dog's coat, depending on the breed of dog and type of coat you are working with. These are: the fluff dry method, the cage drying method, and the towel dry method. Fluff Drying The fluff-dry method is perhaps the most difficult to achieve. A high-speed floor dryer is used for the fluff-dry method. This method of drying is a very important a...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming

Basic Dog Grooming

Whether you take your dog to a groomer or do it yourself, dog grooming is an essential part of care that is often overlooked by otherwise conscientious dog owners. Proper grooming includes the obvious, bathing and brushing so that the skin and coat remain healthy, ear and dental care, and toenail clipping. Dental care is something to get your veterinarian involved with. Your vet will check your d...More on Jacksonville Dog Grooming