Grooming Tips

Here are some tips to help with at home grooming !

7 DIY Dog Grooming Tips That Will Save You Money

1. Brush your Dog regularly.

2. Bathe your Dog.

3. Invest in a set of Dog Clippers.

4. Learn how to cut your Dog's Hair.

5. Trim Your Dog Nails.

6. Clean your Dog's Ears and Eyes.

7. Brush Your Dog's Teeth.

Dog Grooming at Home

What to Do

• Obtain the right tools: teeth cleaning tools, brushes, wide and fine-tooth combs, shampoos, and even blow dryers if needed.
• Use a brush that is intended for the coat of your dog breed. For example, bristle brushes are preferred for short-haired breeds and sleeker types of brushes are preferred for long-haired breeds.
• Use a damp towel to wipe any dirt, mud, sand, pine needles, or other outdoor debris from your dog’s coat as needed.
• During your grooming session, check your dog daily for ticks, or more than once per day during tick season. 
• Check your dog’s pads regularly. Not just for cleanliness but to ensure that they are not dry, cracked, or injured in any way.
• Keep your dog’s nails trimmed. Your vet and/or groomer can show you how to safely trim nails. If your dog has dark toe nails, it is especially difficult to identify where the quick ends. You may want to seek guidance from your veterinarian before trying to cut dark nails on your own.
• Is your dog a breed that has hair covering his eyes? If so, clean with a damp cloth and keep the hair trimmed. 
• Wipe the inside of your dog’s ears weekly with a moist cotton ball or soft cloth. At the same time, you should take a good look and smell each ear and ear canal.
• Daily brushing of your dog’s teeth is best, but you should brush your dog’s teeth at least a few times per week. Plaque starts to build up after 48 hours. 
• Always use veterinarian-approved hygiene products on your dog.

When you combine home grooming and hygiene with regular professional grooming visits, your dog’s coat, nails, teeth, ears, eyes, and paws will be clean, healthy, and odor free — making everyone in the household happy!

The information in this blog has been developed with our veterinarian and is designed to help educate pet parents. If you have questions or concerns about your pet's health or nutrition, please talk with your veterinarian