Dog Grooming Hints

by Barboni

Does a dog owner need to pay that much attention on the quality of dog grooming equipment that they purchase and use? Why does it matter? Your response to this is dependent on the level of importance that you attach to your dog. The reality is that you are able to get a whole list of grooming tools with various type and quality. However, will these tools produce the type of results you want? Does a certain type of clipper give better results than another? This is what we will explore briefly here, so please read on.

Starting with hair clipping, there are different types of tools available in the market for clipping dogs. From the simplest, such as scissors to the more sophisticated such the heavy duty cordless electric hair clippers. Should you then go for the heavy duty cordless clipper since it is at the high end of the spectrum? Not necessarily. In fact, there will be times and situations when the simple scissor is the most ideal tool to use. Like when only a little hair needs to be clipped on the edges because chewing gum has stuck there. On the other hand, when you need fast large clipping, then you surely need the heavy duty.

This same line of thinking can be applied to all other types of clipping tools whether nail trimmers, brushes, grooming tables, bathing tubs, and so on. The key aspect that we need to address is how do you get the right type of tool for your dog’s grooming needs? The first place to start is to identify the specific grooming needs of your particular dog. Let us say you have that dreaded German shepherd. What are the shepherd’s needs? Does it need hair clipping or just a wash and brushing? If it needs clipping, based on its body size what size of clipper do you need? Does it need nail trimming? How big are the nails?

Having now identified these needs, you are, now ready to go out and shop for these items. Discuss with the store staff what your needs are so they can assist you; do they have something that will meet these needs? You can also do web searches using specific keywords, such as “clippers for German shepherds” as opposed to just searching for “dog clippers”. Or “bath tubs for German shepherds” and so on. You will get the most appropriate tool when you seek for what is most ideal for your type of dog instead of getting general tools.

The bottom line is, be specific in determining what your needs are when it comes to your dog grooming tools. This way, you’ll be able to get the most accurate and useful tools to help you in grooming your dog. Most of the times, getting the right grooming tools doesn’t have to be difficult. As simple as doing a quick research online will do the trick in finding out the right tools to use for dog grooming. All you need to do is be specific on your research to get the most accurate results.

No matter what type of dog you get (unless it is the Chinese Hairless), you have to worry about getting your dog groomed. Some breeds require a more demanding grooming routine than others – a Poodle must get her hair cut frequently to keep it from matting; a Sheepdog goes on frequent trips to the groomers to keep the hair out of her eyes; while some breeds require a less demanding routine – a Shar Pei requires less grooming because of her short hair, the same is true for Rottweilers, Dobermans, and Great Danes.

During the summer months, if you have a dog with long hair, you should take her to get clipped frequently. A dog’s hair is like our winter coat – it keeps her warm and insulated from the weather. To avoid a heatstroke, make sure she is kept cool by having plenty of cool water available for her to drink as well as making sure she has a shorter hair cut. It is also common during the spring/early summer months that she begin shedding her “winter coat”, regular brushing and clipping will decrease the amount of hair you find throughout your house.

During the winter months, she will be growing a nice, heavy coat to keep her warm. Make sure she is not left outside overnight when it is chilly. This is especially true for small dogs like the Pomeranian, Chihuahua, or Miniature Pinscher. These dogs do not have nearly enough body fat as a Great Dane, German Shepherd, or Newfoundland, therefore it makes it harder for them to stay warm if left outside. Brushing should still take place on a regular basis to decrease the amount of mats in the coat, but be sure to leave plenty of fur there on her body – you should take her to the groomers and have her trimmed, nothing more.

As far as haircuts go, by far the most interesting is that of the Poodle. If you have ever seen a dog show on television, you know exactly what I am talking about. Some parts of the Poodle are thick and puffy, while in other areas, the hair is incredibly short (almost like a buzz cut). This particular clip is called the “sport clip” and it is used mainly for dog shows. If you have a Poodle, you can consider this style of cut, but it usually just ends up to be too much upkeep, and a simple, short cut is what makes sense for most owners.

When doing research about what breed of dog you want, or when reading about the breed of dog you already have, shedding and grooming is something you should not overlook. Think about how quickly the groomer’s bills will add up, think about your vacuum cleaner – they even sell special vacuums designed just for picking up pet hair, think about your clothing, your furniture.the list goes on and on. Although this may seem like just a casual decision and factor when deciding on a breed, it really plays into your whole lifestyle.

No matter what breed you choose be sure and take extra special care of them during the extremely hot and extremely cold months. Watch them carefully when they are outside, and do not leave them out there for extended periods of time. Any of the following symptoms: glassy eyes, extreme panting, weakness, or confusion, do not hesitate to call your vet.

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