Between Grooming
How to brush your Dog
How to bathe your Dog
- Place rubber mat in bottom of the tub or sink so dog won’t slip or slide
- Fill tub with 3 – 4 inches of lukewarm water
- Brush dog thoroughly to remove tangles, mats and loose hair
- Place cotton balls snugly in dog’s ears to keep out water and soap
- Place dog in water, holding him gently but firmly
- Using a plastic pitcher, unbreakable cup or spray hose, thoroughly wet dog from head down, keeping water out of the ears and eyes
- Apply dog shampoo (never use human shampoo or dish washing liquid) over entire body and lather in from shoulders to tail, finishing with the head
- Rinse thoroughly with warm water, beginning with the head
- Remove dog from tub or sink
- Towel dry until dog is damp
- If it is sunny and hot, you can allow the dog to air dry in an enclosed area, exercise pen or ventilated enclosure. It is unwise to allow a damp dog to run free because he may be enticed to roll on dirty areas
- Continue to towel dry or use a commercial pet dryer approved for home use. A blow dryer can be substituted for a pet dryer, using a low, warm setting to finish the drying process.
How to clean the ears and eyes
