How to Bathe Your Dogs

With regards to bathing your dog, you can't just do what you think is right. You have to be sure that what you're doing is good for your pet, or else your dog's health might not benefit from it. To make sure that you're bathing your dog properly, here are some of the basics that you need to know.

Bathe your dog only when needed, but a regular schedule can be good as well. It's easier to keep a schedule so you won't miss bathing your dog. At least once a month will be good for your dog. You have to keep in mind that bathing your dog too often can be bad for its skin because the water and soap eliminates the natural oils that keep your dog's skin moisturized and healthy.

Use warm water for bathing your pet. This not only makes bathing comfortable for your dog, it also eliminates ticks and fleas. Warm water is also better for cleaning your dog's skin and hair.

Be careful in washing your dog. You shouldn't pour water directly over its head as it can enter his ears and irritate him. If you have a handheld shower, you can use it to wash your dog much easier.

Use a good shampoo for your dog. The best shampoo that you can use is a natural dog shampoo or a baby shampoo. These are mild enough not to cause irritation to the skin and prevent the hair of your dog from falling out. If your dog has fleas, you should use a shampoo that's formulated for that purpose or one that's prescribed by your vet.

Shampoo and rinse your dog thoroughly. Make sure that you shampoo every area of your pet's body. After working up a good lather on your pet, rinse it very thoroughly with warm water. Don't miss any shampooed area, as this can cause the hair of your dog to fall out and its skin to itch.

After bathing, make sure that you have all the necessary tools to groom your pet. Have a big towel and other small towel nearby, together with a comb, and even dog powder to keep it protected from fleas and ticks. After rinsing your dog, wrap it in a big towel and pat dry the other body parts especially the face, ears, and tail. Let your dog wriggle itself dry but keep it in the bathroom or in the closed area where you bathed it. Brush your dog's hair after drying so it will not tangle and become disorderly.

When your dog has finished bathing, it will definitely have a nice, newly-bathed smell. But this won't last for long because of the dog's very active lifestyle. Make sure you groom it daily even if you don't bathe your dog so that it is kept clean and tidy at all times. Brushing your dog's hair everyday is one of the best ways to do this.

If you really love your dog, you will have to commit yourself to these activities. Grooming your dog is very important, so be sure to follow these steps to keep your dog clean, tidy, healthy, and happy.

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