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Brushing Up On Dog Grooming


Is your dog due for a makeover? Has she been enjoying the great


outdoors a little too much? Here are some simple tips for helping


your dog put her best paw forward.








It all begins with the brushing:





- Brush your dog regularly. Daily is best. Be sure to also


brush against hair growth direction to check for fleas and


ticks.





- The right tools. For short-haired dogs, most groomers


recommend stainless-steel combs because they slide through


coats very easily.





For medium to long haired dogs start with a slicker brush and


then follow with a stainless steel comb.





In hot months consider investing in a flea comb to make sure


your dog has not become a flea hotel.





To make your dog's coat really shine, finish with a soft


bristle brush.





- If your dog hates being brushed it sometimes helps to brush


after play time. Start by brushing in the hair growth


direction. When you are finished, reward your dog with a


treat. Each day brush your dog a little longer. And if you


are lucky, your dog may even begin to like being brushed.








Now for the bath:





- Brush your dog from head to toe making sure all mats are gone.


For small dogs a sink works great. For medium to large dogs,


a tub or shower works best. Use only warm water and a good


shampoo made for dogs. People shampoo is too harsh and can


irritate your dog's skin. Most groomers recommend working


from the back end forward, lathering the head last.





- Rinse, rinse, and rinse again to make sure you have removed


all shampoo.





- Short-haired dogs dry quickly and only need to be dried off


with a towel. If your dog has long hair, you may need to


brush him while he's drying to avoid tangles.








The Grand Finale:





- Finish by giving your dog a treat.





- Then celebrate! You and your dog survived the bath, and you


have a clean dog.



About the author:



Margaret Svete, best-selling author, television and radio personality, and dog rescuer helps dog owners discover easy dog care tips. Subscribe to the premiere dog care ezine, The Dog Enquirer, at http://www.allaboutdogcare.com