Grooming tips for pets at home
Introduction
. We were caught off guard by COVID-19, particularly when we were informed that leaving the house was very difficult owing to the lockdown. In March, most of us get our dogs groomed and ready for the next summer, but sadly, the groomers were also closed because of the lockdown. Over fifty days have passed since the lockout, and the majority of groomers are still closed. Here I am, attempting to assist you in determining the most effective methods for keeping your dog groomed at home!
. We were caught off guard by COVID-19, particularly when we were informed that leaving the house was very difficult owing to the lockdown. In March, most of us get our dogs groomed and ready for the next summer, but sadly, the groomers were also closed because of the lockdown. Over fifty days have passed since the lockout, and the majority of groomers are still closed. Here I am, attempting to assist you in determining the most effective methods for keeping your dog groomed at home!
COMBING
Most mats can be avoided by combing your dog's coat every day or every other day. However, as most literature suggests, brushing alone is insufficient for dogs that can comb because the brush will easily pass over at angles where a comb will become stuck. A thorough combing should always be the first step in the grooming process. Use a brush or comb gently, as rough combing may cause needless hair pulling that could injure the dog. Begin on the head and move down the body. Be careful under the belly, as it is a sensitive area, and don’t forget to comb the tail. While you are combing, if you find a tangle, use a brush, and try to work out the tangle. Be mindful not to brush burn your dog from brushing for too long in the same spot. You can check by looking under the fur to see if the skin becomes red with irritation. Avoid combing all together in case the dog has skin infection or allergy
SHORT COAT DOGS
You can brush short-haired dogs with a brush or gloves. Comb and brush medium- to long-coated dogs with more specialized tools like a steel comb, slicker, a pin brush. Whatever you use, it must remove loose hair and distribute oils from the skin throughout the coat.
CLEANING THE EYES
Breeds with big eyes that get a lot of water, such as Pekingese, Pugs, Pomeranians, Shihtzus, Lhasa Apso, etc., would require more upkeep in this area than others. This step could be as easy as cleaning or removing any debris from the corners of your dog's eyes, depending on the breed. Due to the possibility of tear stains, long-haired dogs may require extra care to ensure that all debris is removed from their coat. The muck can be carefully removed with your fingers or even a steel comb with tiny teeth after being moistened with cotton wool soaked in warm water. Additionally, you can purchase items designed to remove "tear stains" from a pet supply store. A healthy eye should be clean and free of any unusual discharge or irritation. You run the risk of hurting your pet if you attempt to cut hair away from the eyes yourself. Have your groomer or veterinarian do it for you.
CLEANING THE EARS
Although some wax is acceptable in a clean ear, there shouldn't be any odor or itching attached. A visit to the veterinarian is advised if there is. Use a cotton round and ear cleaning solution, such as Clear Ear, to clean your dog's ears. Avoid excessively rubbing the inner ear to remove debris and wax, since this could result in sores. Additionally, avoid pushing too deep into the ear. Wipe the inside of the ear flag if your dog has drop ears, such as a cocker spaniel, since dirt also gathers there. As a general rule, groomers should only clean what is visible.
Most mats can be avoided by combing your dog's coat every day or every other day. However, as most literature suggests, brushing alone is insufficient for dogs that can comb because the brush will easily pass over at angles where a comb will become stuck. A thorough combing should always be the first step in the grooming process. Use a brush or comb gently, as rough combing may cause needless hair pulling that could injure the dog. Begin on the head and move down the body. Be careful under the belly, as it is a sensitive area, and don’t forget to comb the tail. While you are combing, if you find a tangle, use a brush, and try to work out the tangle. Be mindful not to brush burn your dog from brushing for too long in the same spot. You can check by looking under the fur to see if the skin becomes red with irritation. Avoid combing all together in case the dog has skin infection or allergy
SHORT COAT DOGS
You can brush short-haired dogs with a brush or gloves. Comb and brush medium- to long-coated dogs with more specialized tools like a steel comb, slicker, a pin brush. Whatever you use, it must remove loose hair and distribute oils from the skin throughout the coat.
CLEANING THE EYES
Breeds with big eyes that get a lot of water, such as Pekingese, Pugs, Pomeranians, Shihtzus, Lhasa Apso, etc., would require more upkeep in this area than others. This step could be as easy as cleaning or removing any debris from the corners of your dog's eyes, depending on the breed. Due to the possibility of tear stains, long-haired dogs may require extra care to ensure that all debris is removed from their coat. The muck can be carefully removed with your fingers or even a steel comb with tiny teeth after being moistened with cotton wool soaked in warm water. Additionally, you can purchase items designed to remove "tear stains" from a pet supply store. A healthy eye should be clean and free of any unusual discharge or irritation. You run the risk of hurting your pet if you attempt to cut hair away from the eyes yourself. Have your groomer or veterinarian do it for you.
CLEANING THE EARS
Although some wax is acceptable in a clean ear, there shouldn't be any odor or itching attached. A visit to the veterinarian is advised if there is. Use a cotton round and ear cleaning solution, such as Clear Ear, to clean your dog's ears. Avoid excessively rubbing the inner ear to remove debris and wax, since this could result in sores. Additionally, avoid pushing too deep into the ear. Wipe the inside of the ear flag if your dog has drop ears, such as a cocker spaniel, since dirt also gathers there. As a general rule, groomers should only clean what is visible.
TRIMMING NAILS
It is not advisable to trim your dog's nails at home because you run the risk of severing blood vessels, which can result in severe bleeding that is difficult to stop. If you think your dog's nails need to be clipped, please do not hesitate to take them to the veterinarian or groomer. However, if you feel they have sharpened, you can certainly file them using a normal filer.
BATHING YOUR DOG
Given that the temperature is rising daily during this season, giving your dog a bath is essential, but there are certain guidelines to follow. In the summer, you can give your dog a bath at home once every ten to twelve days. You can use an anti-tick shampoo, such as Shampooch Tick Free, during tick season, or you can use a high-quality shampoo from your local pet store. It is preferable to alternate tick shampoo with regular wash because frequent tick shampoo use might cause your dog's fur to become harsh and dull. Be sure to wipe your dog's abdomen and the pits of his or her front and back legs. Ticks are more likely to hide in these places. Additionally, since the paws are where ticks climb, they must be cleaned after bathing. However, if you don't do it gently with a soft brush or cloth, it could do harm to the dog. Applying fast-moving water beneath the paws with a water hose is an option for dogs who just dislike having their paws touched. You can use a wet towel to sponge your dog once a day to keep them cool when the temperature rises above 40 degrees. After a bath, make sure the dog is completely dried since if the skin is left wet, it may develop skin allergies. The dog should not go into an air-conditioned room right away after sponging or while still wet. During the summer, make sure your dog is properly hydrated. To keep the stomach cool, it is essential to consume a lot of water and curd once a day.
Important Note
If you adhere to these guidelines, you might not need to hire a professional dog groomer unless your dog's matting is too large to handle at home or you want to give them a nice haircut. Please refrain from trying to clip your dog's hair at home since this could cause harm to the animal. Please refrain from using human trimmers or scissors! For basic care, you can apply the advice above, but for things like hair trimming, you should leave it to the professionals.
It is not advisable to trim your dog's nails at home because you run the risk of severing blood vessels, which can result in severe bleeding that is difficult to stop. If you think your dog's nails need to be clipped, please do not hesitate to take them to the veterinarian or groomer. However, if you feel they have sharpened, you can certainly file them using a normal filer.
BATHING YOUR DOG
Given that the temperature is rising daily during this season, giving your dog a bath is essential, but there are certain guidelines to follow. In the summer, you can give your dog a bath at home once every ten to twelve days. You can use an anti-tick shampoo, such as Shampooch Tick Free, during tick season, or you can use a high-quality shampoo from your local pet store. It is preferable to alternate tick shampoo with regular wash because frequent tick shampoo use might cause your dog's fur to become harsh and dull. Be sure to wipe your dog's abdomen and the pits of his or her front and back legs. Ticks are more likely to hide in these places. Additionally, since the paws are where ticks climb, they must be cleaned after bathing. However, if you don't do it gently with a soft brush or cloth, it could do harm to the dog. Applying fast-moving water beneath the paws with a water hose is an option for dogs who just dislike having their paws touched. You can use a wet towel to sponge your dog once a day to keep them cool when the temperature rises above 40 degrees. After a bath, make sure the dog is completely dried since if the skin is left wet, it may develop skin allergies. The dog should not go into an air-conditioned room right away after sponging or while still wet. During the summer, make sure your dog is properly hydrated. To keep the stomach cool, it is essential to consume a lot of water and curd once a day.
Important Note
If you adhere to these guidelines, you might not need to hire a professional dog groomer unless your dog's matting is too large to handle at home or you want to give them a nice haircut. Please refrain from trying to clip your dog's hair at home since this could cause harm to the animal. Please refrain from using human trimmers or scissors! For basic care, you can apply the advice above, but for things like hair trimming, you should leave it to the professionals.
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