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How To Properly Bathe A Dog
from: Kyle BesserThe 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 usually bathed more frequently to keep them clean and oder free.
Bathing a dog is important for keeping the coat and skin clean and healthy. The dog's coat should be brushed thoroughly before bathing to remove dead hair and debris. This will help to remove mats from the coats of long-haired dogs.
Prepare the materials you are going to use before starting the bath. The following is a list of supplies you may need:
1. Shampoo (regular or special shampoos for conditioning, color, coat, etc.)
2. Bristle Brush
3. Sponge
4. Rubber Tub Mat
5. Two Thick Bath-size Towels
6. Chain and Choke (to secure dog)
7. Spray Hose
8. Cream Rinse (for long-haired breeds with the exception of Poodles and Terriers).
Secure your dog safely in the tub. A chain and choke may be necessary for this. Give the dog about a foot and a half slack. This will make sure that the dog cannot jump from the tub and injure himself. A rubber tub mat is also a good safety precaution.
Use a spray hose to wet the coat thoroughly with warm water. Apply shampoo to the dog's coat with a sponge. Pay special attention to the ears, rectum area and pads on the feet. A small bristle brush may be used to scrub the head, ears, pads of the feet, and other extremely dirty areas of the coat.
When the coat is thoroughly soaped and scrubbed, rinse with warm water. When rinsing, place the thumb over the dog's ear opening to keep water out of the dog's ears. Also keep a hand over the eyes to prevent shampoo from getting into them.
Repeat the soaping and rinsing process. On the last rinse be sure to get all of the shampoo out of the dog's coat.
Gently squeeze the hair on the legs, tail, ears, and other parts of the dog's body with your hands to remove excess water. Towel dry before using a dryer.
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