How To Groom Your Dog At Home?
Have you watched how your dog rolls on the ground or licks
it coat? You may also have noticed it licking its paws and running in circles
after its tail! These antics that seem so funny to the owners are in fact, your
dog’s way of grooming itself. Help it in its endeavor to look good by following
the home grooming tips for your dog.
1.
Brushing The
Coat – You need a suitable coat brush so that the dirt and tangles can be
removed from the dog’s hair. Brushing also ensures that the natural oils spread
evenly throughout his coat. When you are brushing his coat, check for fleas.
Different kinds of dogs need different brushes. For example, shorthaired dogs
need a slick brush for removing tangles, a Chihuahua will need to be brushed with
a rubber brush or a dog with long hair will need to be brushed everyday with a
slick brush. After brushing his coat and removing the tangles, use a bristle
brush to remove dead hair and then comb the tail.
2.
Eye
Maintenance – The boogers that get deposited around the eyes have to be
cleaned. To do so, pull it gently. Use “tear stains” that are specially
manufactured for this purpose. Ensure that the eyes are clear and that there is
no discharge. You can take the dog to the vet to get the hair around the eyes
cut.
3.
Cleaning
Ears – Clean your dog’s ears only when needed. Saturate a cotton ball with
a warm solution, specifically meant for cleaning ears, and gently wipe away
excess wax and dirt. A
4.
Cleaning
Teeth – Dogs do not like their teeth to be cleansed and have to be coaxed
into it. Get a pet toothbrush and clean its teeth gently. Use toothpastes that
are meant for pets.
5.
Clipping
Nails – Your dog must be used to your touching its paws and nails. Spread
its feet gently to check for flea and dirt. When it is used to your handling
its paws, clip nails gently with sharp clippers. You can buy good clippers from
a pet dog supplies store. Smooth
out the rough edges so that it may not hurt itself.
Grooming time should be fun for both you and your pet. Give
it a treats every time you groom it. Also praise your canine in loving tones
that it recognizes and lets you groom it. Use only special products that are
meant for your pets.
Alicia Lyttle is a freelance writer and the owner of two
small pooches. She is a beauty expert by profession and believes in the
goodness of beauty
products by Olay.
