Does your dog need a makeover? Have you been enjoying the great

outdoors too much? Here are some simple tips to help

your dog put out his best leg.

It all starts with brushing:

– Brush your dog regularly. The best is daily. Make sure too

brush against the direction of hair growth to check for fleas and

ticks.

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

I recommend stainless steel combs because they slide

coats very easily.

For medium to long haired dogs, start with a more polished brush and

then follow up 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, brushing sometimes helps

after game time. Start by brushing out the hair growth.

address. When you’re done, reward your dog with a

treat. Every day brush your dog a little more. And if you

If you are lucky, your dog may start to like being brushed.

Now for the bathroom:

– Brush your dog from head to toe making sure there are no rugs.

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

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

dog shampoo. Human shampoo is too strong and can

Irritates your dog’s skin. Most hairdressers recommend working

from the back to the front, lathering your head last.

– Rinse, rinse, and rinse again to make sure you’ve removed

all shampoo.

– Short-haired dogs dry quickly and only need to dry

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

Brush it while it dries to avoid tangles.

The grand finale:

– Finish by giving your dog a treat.

– Then celebrate! You and your dog survived the bathroom, and you

have a clean dog.