Types of brushes
Proper grooming requires the right brush for your dog’s coat. Although there are many different shapes and sizes, there are basically three different brush types.
Bristle Brush
Bristle brushes come in a wide variety of styles. A bristle brush is best used on short-coated dogs for everyday grooming and to remove surface dust and dirt. On a long-coated dog a bristle brush can be used to finish the coat and bring out its natural luster and shine. Longer, widely-spaced bristles are better for dogs with longer coats, while shorter, …

How to best bathe your dog depends on the breed, type and length of coat, condition of the skin, etc. But there are some tips that are generally true across all the different breeds.
In the past it was thought that frequent bathing of your dog would damage the coat. The fact is, the skin and hair of the normal puppy is biochemically very similar to that of a human. Both human and puppy skin and hair are comprised of protein with oil as a lubricant. Most modern dog shampoos enable …

Grooming your puppy is so much more than just making the coat look nice and shiny. Grooming can also be a good way to bond with your dog, and it’s important to get him used to it from an early age. Many dogs learn to see their routine brushing as an alternate petting, another source of affection and attention. A good quality brush and comb will help you with your dog’s coat, but also remember that your dog’s eyes, ears, and nails require attention as well.
Skin
You can check your dog’s …

Dental hygiene is often ignored in the dog, yet keeping teeth and gums clean is an important part of your dog’s overall health. Periodontal disease starts as bacteria and plaque on teeth and progresses into a disease that can cause tooth decay, bleeding gums, tooth loss, and even damage to the heart and other internal organs.
Despite the popular conception, dog biscuits and bones alone are not enough to it does not prevent the buildup of plaque and tartar. Canine teeth also need regular brushing, this is especially important for especially …

Clean ears are much less prone to developing ear trouble, do check your dog’s ears regularly. We recommend making it part of your weekly grooming session. This also ensures catching any ear complaints early, an advantage because they can be difficult to eradicate once established.
Before you start to clean your dog’s ears, check his/her ears for hairs blocking the ear canal, if necessary, pluck out the hairs blocking the ear canal.
Next, remove any excess wax by using a special ear-cleaner. Do not use powders as they can increase …