Dog Grooming

Is your pet starting to smell? As much as they hate it, frequent washing of your cat or dog is necessary. Bathing your pet regularly will deter fleas and ticks from making their home on your pets...

Grooming and clipping your long-haired dog or cat can save you a lot of money by avoiding trips to a groomer. Having your own pet clippers also allows you to clip off hair mats on older or sick...

The distinctive poodle cut is one of the most iconic in the entire dog world. One of the trickiest places to trim and care for is a poodle's ears. In addition to being an important aspect of the...

Papillons are the butterflies of the dog world. Their long, soft coats are a thing of beauty. It can be extremely distressing to see your friend losing his lovely coat. Here are a few common...

Your Shih Tzu may have brown stains in the fur on his face. This is called tear staining and can be caused by a number of things. If you want to keep your dog's face from getting tear stains,...

Fleas are a dark, reddish brown, wingless insect, about an 1/8 inch long with a hard body that is hard to crush between the fingers. It has three pairs of legs and is flattened either vertically...

Whether it's for a special occasion, or it's just to make a fashion statement, dyeing an animal's fur has become a trend for pet owners. One way to do so is by using food coloring. It is easy and...

Bathing your puppy is an easy way to clean your dog's fur, skin, and relieve common (though maybe unpleasant) odors that your puppy may emit. While there are hundreds of dog shampoos on the...

A big headache for any pet owner is burs in her pet's fur. But hunting dogs have it worse -- they go through brush and naturally pick up burs that in longer-coated dogs snarl and tangle the fur....

Dogs' everyday lives can produce unpleasant odors. They run and play outside while their fur traps dirt, pollutants and odors. Many commercial products are available to freshen your dog's smell. ...

Few dog owners would argue the fact that dogs are messy animals. They get into anything and everything, including mud, trash and the dreaded chewing gum. When you find your beloved pooch with a...

Any pet owner knows that keeping your animal's fur clean can be a chore. One problem that dogs are prone to, particularly those with light fur, is the brown discoloration that can form around the...

Brown stains that form around the eyes or mouth of a pet can be a common problem, particularly for pets with white fur, or in other light-colored fur. While the stains are not explicitly an...

When dogs and skunks encounter each other, it rarely ends well for the dog. Fortunately, there is an easy-to-make remedy that can cut right through the oily skunk spray. The trick is applying it...

A dog's matted coat is both uncomfortable and hazardous to its health. Mats pull at the dog's skin and may cause the skin to break down into "hot spots" over time. Removing mats can be...

Dogs get into a variety of messy situations. They become covered in dirt, mud, food and sometimes other oddities, such as ball point pen ink. Whether your dog decided your pen looked like a tasty...

Most veterinarians agree that human shampoo is too harsh and will strip away the natural oils in a dog's skin and fur. However, baby shampoo offers a gentler alternative. Dog shampoo is a better...

Mange is a canine skin condition that causes loss of fur and severe irritation to the animal. There are three types of mange. The most common---demodectic mange, or "red mange"---results in the...

Shedding fur is a natural process for dogs. Breeds kept indoors may shed year-round, while those living outdoors shed primarily in the spring, reducing their winter coat. Although the cycle of...

Scotties are susceptible to skin allergies so it is imperative you brush them daily to remove dead hair from their undercoat. Besides maintaining optimum skin health, brushing makes their coats...

Giving your dog an at-home bath can be easy with the right preparation. The necessary frequency of baths depends on the breed of your dog and other factors, such as how much time the dog spends...

If your pet is young, it may have an accident during potty training and stain its white fur with urine. Your pet may also come home with urine stains after a stay at a pet kennel. If the urine is...

Maltese, and other white dogs like Lhasa Apso and Shih Tzu, suffer from unattractive tear staining when their facial hair is discolored by moisture wicked from their eyes.

When it's time to give the dog a bath, be sure to reach for a bottle of dog shampoo, not your own. Specially formulated to keep a dog's coat shiny and their skin moisturized, dog shampoo formulas...

According to a poll by the Associated Press and Petside.com, 50 percent of American pet owners consider pets to be just as much a part of the family as the human family members. Therefore, it's...

All dogs lose hair constantly but twice a year a dog will actually shed its old fur, making way for a new coat. It is obvious when a long-haired dog sheds its coat from the incredible amount of...

Your dog's shedding has a lot to do with its undercoat, the shorter, thicker layer of fur hidden underneath the surface layer. You might not even know it's there, but it keeps your dog warm...

Learning how to groom a dog may be intimidating for a first-time dog owner. It is a simple process, but you must be thorough to be sure your canine is fresh and clean.

If the thought of dog fur in the bathtub and wet dog odor in your home makes you cringe, then a do-it-yourself dog wash may be a great option to get your pet clean. For $10 to $30, many...

When dropping your dog off to be groomed at a grooming facility, you can be sure he will come back looking better than before. Many people are curious as to why they cannot just groom their dogs...

You may already know the basics of dog grooming, but you're ready to take your dog's appearance one step further. Professional grooming means targeting the techniques to fit the breed standard for...

There are three kinds of schnauzer dogs---standard, giant and miniature. Each type has different grooming needs. All schnauzers, however, need to be lightly groomed at least twice a week to...

In this article I will explain the proper to way to brush your dog. I will also explain what type of brush you will need and where you can purchase it. Than I will explain how you will use that...

Grooming a Sheltie and other dogs can prove challenging for most owners. I hope this article helps make a tough job easy. Dogs don't need to be difficult to groom if you have a little confidence...

If you are a first-time dog owner, you might want to know the best way to give your new puppy a bath. Puppies have much more energy than older dogs, and because of this they enjoy playing--even in...

You don't have to shave your dog just to get out those ugly mats in their fur. This is a quick and easy trick to keep dog's fur smooth and silky.

Of course you love your dog. But sometimes...whew. He can really clear a room. A clean, healthy dog should not smell bad: Body odor, flatulence and bad breath may be a sign of an inappropriate...

You want to wash your dog but you don't know how. Well... read this and you'll learn how to and also the small things you didn't think about.

If a dog or other pet has been sprayed by a skunk, you can eliminate the odor using hydrogen peroxide, dish soap and baking soda mixed in an open container. Tomato juice helps reduce the odor but...

From these instructions you'll learn how to effectively bathe a small dog. In my case, a shih-tzu. These dogs can get very dirty, especially if they have long hair. In my case, my dog's face...

I have a 100 pound German Shepherd that has been skunked at least twice a year, every year for the last seven years. He appears to hate it as much as we do but that doesn't stop him from messing...

You can take your pet to a good pet groomer every 4-6 weeks. But in between visits, your cats or dogs fur will still need regular care. Routine cat and dog grooming helps to reduce odors and...

Dog tear stains are a cosmetic grooming problem and may indicate underlying health issues. They are more visible on dogs with white or other light-colored fur. They are also obvious on dogs with...

The FUR e VAC is a product that is not only great for pet grooming, it will help control allergens introduced into your home by your pet. For more information visit www.furefriendsdepot.com

Imagine if Lassie had been a smooth coated collie instead of having her classic rough coat. A short-haired collie does not have the same picturesque impact as Lassie with her long locks blowing in...

Every once in awhile, your dog is going to brush up against something or lay on something that will stick to its fur. Pine tar gum is one of these things. It is a sticky substance found in a pine...

Because they have short coats, Weimaraners don't shed much, but they do shed some all the time. Unless your Weimaraner is shaved bald on a regular basis, he will leave fur around your house. It...

Yorkie is a fond nickname for a Yorkshire Terrier. This is a small dog that can be bred to be a show dog or a lap dog. One characteristic of Yorkies is their long, silky fur. Many Yorkie owners...

Cockapoos are increasingly popular "designer dogs" that are a cross between a poodle and a cocker spaniel. They're clever, affectionate dogs that are good pets in homes with children, and their...

You find yourself with a smelly dog and an empty bottle of dog shampoo. However, you do have a big bottle of your own shampoo. For your hair, the bottle tells you to lather, rinse and repeat. Does...