Why do you need to groom your dog?

George De Martini
Jul 20, 2017 · 2 min read

Dogs take care of some of their grooming needs on their own, but still, need a helping hand from their owners.

Grooming Your Dog

Taking time on dog grooming on a regular basis has its own rewards; it strengthens your bond with her and allows you to notice health problems before they become serious. If you find your dog won’t sit still for an ear-to-tail dog grooming session, do one task each day. As she gets used to you handling her, you can begin to combine tasks so that you spend your time grooming your dog, more efficiently.

Licking, scratching and shaking are ways dogs keep their coats clean and somewhat free of debris. A good grooming performed by you will keep her fur clean and free from painfully matted hair. Long haired dogs should be groomed every day, to prevent tangles in their fur. Dogs with short hair or smooth coats can be groomed once each week. Some dogs love the massage of a good grooming, but others take a while to get used to it. If your dog tries to escape while being groomed, get her used to it in small steps. Start by just running the brush along her coat two or three times while you talk to her in a happy voice. Give her a treat at the end of the session. Each time you work with her, increase the length of time you groom her.

Dog Grooming Methods

As you brush your dog, run your hands through her fur down to the skin to look for plant debris and fleas. If you notice lots of dark specks on her skin, she has fleas. The specks are flea droppings. A very obvious amount of droppings indicates a flea infestation that should be treated immediately. As you brush the hair on and around her tail, look for rice-like debris. These are usually a sign that your dog has worms of one sort or another. You will need to have her checked by your veterinarian to determine the type of worm and get the proper medication.

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