The
dogs
are
pets
extremely loyal and very playful.
In the garden or during a walk, your dog can quickly get dirty, its hair catching all kinds of dust, bacteria, parasites, or dirt.
Even if this one cleans itself, it is possible to help it by washing it.
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How to keep your pet?
Shower or bath, dogs generally like water, so depending on your setup, you can wash it at home.
You can also make an appointment with a groomer who will take care of your pet's coat.
When should you wash your dog?
There isn't really a set rule you can wash your
dog
:
If it is dirty.
If it has been in contact with 'toxic' substances, it should be washed immediately.
If you notice that it is hot.
If he suffers from a skin disease.
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How to properly wash your dog?
Before the bath:
Before starting to bathe your dog, it is best to give him a brush to remove all knots and other dirt present.
In addition, it is important for the hygiene and well-being of your dog to use a
suitable shampoo
.
There are shampoos for animals, available in pharmacies, vets or pet stores.
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During the bath:
Once the dog is installed (shower or bath), run the water so that it gets used to the temperature.
Wet
their coat thoroughly, paying close attention to their eyes and ears.
Once his coat is wet, apply the shampoo by gently massaging the dog's hair.
Then rinse thoroughly to make sure there is no product left.
After bath :
Once the shampoo is finished,
dry
your dog with a towel.
Do not hesitate to use a hair dryer if your dog is not afraid of it (being careful to stay far enough from his skin so as not to burn him).
Then let it finish drying, letting it hang out.
How often can you wash your dog?
It is important
not to wash your dog too regularly
.
Indeed, the dog has a layer of sebum on its skin which protects it from all external aggressions.
Too much washing (and shampoo) removes this sebum.
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The correct frequency is around
2 months
for a short-haired dog and
1 month for a long-haired dog
. Of course, there may be circumstances that cause your pet to urgently need washing, as we have seen previously.