Dog Grooming

How to Care for a Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie)

By Melissa Maroff

2 comments

If you didn’t know any better and saw a Shetland Sheepdog or “Sheltie” walking down the street, you might mistake it for a Collie that hasn’t hit a growth spurt yet. However, Shelties are a separate breed, which like the Collie, traces its roots ... more »

How to Control Dog Shedding

By Tippy

0 comments

Dog hair always looks better on a dog than on a sofa, but, unfortunately, it often ends up there, especially during the hot summer months. Shedding is a natural part of a dog’s life, but as he loses his hair and your furniture and carpet find it, ... more »

How to Give a Big Hairy Dog A Bath

By knewf

6 comments

Giving a large dog a bath will not always be an easy task but in the end you will have a much cleaner dog that will be a joy to have in your household!.. more »

How to Give Your Pet A Quick and Easy Bath Without Water

By Aimee30

2 comments

Would you like to bathe your pet easily without a lot of fuss and muss? Sick of water everywhere and perhaps on you? Try this article to find out how to bathe your pet without water... more »

How to Groom a Beagle

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Year after year, the beagle is among the most popular dogs in the United States. They are intelligent, gentle, good-natured dogs, who make excellent family pets. They are a small to medium sized breed, with a stout body and large, droopy ears. ... more »

How to Groom a Belgian Sheepdog

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

In the U.S., the term "Belgian sheepdog" refers to the Groenendael and the Belgian Tervuren, while in Europe dog fanciers include two additional breeds, Belgian Malinoi and Laekenois, within the classification. Belgian sheepdogs are generally ... more »

How to Groom a Chihuahua

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

The chihuahua is the oldest purebred dog originating in North America according to the American Kennel Club. With distinct features, they are tiny, three pound dogs with long tails and unusually large eyes and ears. Chihuahuas have either a ... more »

How to Groom a Dachshund

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Widely known as the "weiner dog," Dachshunds have three coat varieties. They can be short-haired, long-haired and wire-haired. What's more, there are three miniature Dachshund varieties of each coat type. Each coat type requires different ... more »

How to Groom a Dog for a Show

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

It's show time! No matter what your dog's breed or training, one thing will always be expected at the dog show--your dog must be perfectly clean and groomed. Find out how to groom your dog for a show so you'll both be ready on that special day... more »

How to Groom a French Bulldog

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

French bulldogs are strong little dogs with bodies resembling pears. They are friendly, relaxed and affectionate companions that usually get along well with other dogs. French bulldogs thrive on attention and play. Their general maintenance is ... more »

How to Groom a German Shepherd Dog

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

One of the most recognizable of all breeds, the German Shepherd has a hardy coat in colors of dark brown, tan and golden. The heavy medium length outer coat is harsh and straight, while the undercoat is short, woolly and dense. German Shepherds ... more »

How to Groom a Golden Retriever

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

The Golden Retriever is a beautiful medium-sized dog. Its rich cream to golden coat is medium to long in length, silky and smooth with feathering on its legs and tail. With warm brown eyes, pendant-shaped ears and a long straight tail, Golden ... more »

How to Groom a Greyhound

By eHow Pets Editor

1 comments

Greyhounds are famed as the fastest dog in the world. They are able to run at speeds up to 40 mph. They have a sleek, elegant, thin frame that belies its strength and capacity for endurance. They are fairly easy to groom, requiring a general ... more »

How to Groom a Maltese

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

It's no wonder the Maltese ranked among the top 20 most popular breeds in 2006 by the American Kennel Club. They are beautiful small dogs with stunning, silky coats. Their long, straight coats are a brilliant white, dramatically contrasted by a ... more »

How to Groom an American Eskimo Dog

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

The American Eskimo Dog is a fluffy white Spitz-type dog that is a member of the Non-Sporting group. There are Toy, Miniature and Standard varieties. They have spiky, triangular ears which stand erect on their heads and a long tail that curls ... more »

How to Groom an English Springer Spaniel

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

English Springer Spaniels are medium-sized, sturdy dogs. They are gentle, friendly and affectionate and make great family pets. They love children and are safe to have around them. They enjoy lots of exercise, and take advantage of any chance to ... more »

How to Make Dried Pet Shampoo

By JL1543

1 comments

In this article you will learn how to make a dried pet shampoo. Unlike regular shampoo you don't have to get your pets wet when using dried pet shampoo, therefore making it easier to bathe them... more »

How to Make Flea Powder

By JL1543

1 comments

In this article you will learn how to make flea powder... more »

How to Make Non-Toxic Flea Shampoo

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Flea shampoos are an important part of an overall strategy for effective flea control. Low-toxic flea shampoos are commercially available. The best choice are products that contain adult flea killers such as pyrethrins and insect growth ... more »

How to Paint a Dog's Toenails

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Nail polish isn't just for people anymore. In fact, dog groomers have been giving paw manicures and painting canine toenails for decades (usually to match a complimentary bandana or set of bows). There are even designer dog nail polish lines and ... more »

How to Prevent Hair Balls in Your Drain When Giving Your Pet a Bath

By Janet Ford

1 comments

Spring cleaning isn't just for your house... Come spring, our pets shed much more than normally and giving them baths can be a really 'hairy' experience... more »

How to Protect Yourself and Pet From Fleas and Ticks

By Melissa Maroff

1 comments

Fleas and ticks are common parasites that become active in warmer weather. They will feed on dogs, cats and people. Flea bites can cause severe skin irritation, itching and bacterial infections in both pets and people and ticks can carry several ... more »

How to remove burrs from a long coated dog

By knewf

1 comments

Fall is the time of year when burrs are everywhere. When a dog gets completely covered in burrs it can be a real hassle to remove these pesky things... more »

How to Safely Wash a Dog

By Jillian Downer

0 comments

Washing your dog too frequently can cause them to lose vital protective chemicals that exist naturally in the fur, while not bathing them enough can lead to problems such as fleas, ticks, psoriasis, matting, dandruff and other irritations. ... more »

How to Tell if a Dog is Healthy

By Melissa Maroff

0 comments

We love our canine family members, and of course, want to ensure that they remain healthy and happy. Fortunately, there are various, easy-to-read signs that a dog is healthy. The following steps will put your mind at ease--or let you know a visit ... more »

Check Out All Categories

Articles in Dog Grooming