Dog Grooming

You used to have such a nice dog! But now it has dry, flaky skin, and there seems to be a thin layer of doggy skin flakes all over your house. Dog dander is dead skin flakes--almost, but not...

The Shih Tzu is a small dog originally from China. They are sturdy dogs with long tails and little ears. They are known as frisky dogs that are happy and have lots of character. They have lots of...

The new puppy needs to learn to relax when being groomed, making your life and his a lot easier!

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...

Tired of hair all over your house and clothes? Tired of paying tons of money to have your husky groomed? It's easy to do at home if you have the right tools. It just takes a little time, but...

Dematting a dog is a simple process given the proper tools. A wire slicker brush, mat splitter, metal comb and electric clippers are the tools a groomer uses to remove mats from a dog's coat.

Long-haired dogs can get very uncomfortable if you don't trim their coats properly according to the season, or if you neglect their coats so that they develop mats, clots or tangles. The best way...

A few simple things you can do to make home pet bath time easier.

Groom Maltese dog breeds by leaving the fur long and flowing, trimming slightly around the eyes--using nothing shorter than a number four blade--and brushing the entire coat with a slicker brush...

Grooming Maltese dog breeds requires leaving the fur long and flowing, trimming slightly around the eyes and brushing the entire coat with a slicker brush and a comb. Trim the nails of a Maltese,...

These are just some tricks I picked up when preparing for a dog show or just to show-off the luxurious coat a Samoyed possesses

Toy Poodles are extremely high maintenance dogs. They require extensive grooming at least every six to eight weeks. It is very important that they are groomed often. If their hair is not cut and...

Part 3 - Get instructions & tips on how to use slicker brushes for long haired dog grooming in this free pet grooming tools & training video.

Part 2 - Get instructions & tips on how to use slicker brushes for long haired dog grooming in this free pet grooming tools & training video.

Part 1 - Get instructions & tips on how to use slicker brushes for long haired dog grooming in this free pet grooming tools & training video.

Every time you look into the eyes of your marshmallow angel, your heart melts! Improper grooming technique can lead to significant matting of the undercoat of your Bichon Frise, discomfort,...

Regular grooming aids in removing dirt and dead hair and prevents matting of your dog's long hair. Mats, if not taken care of, can cause skin irritation and may get to the point of having to shave...

Dogs need to brushed, just like you brush your own hair. Slicker brushes are perfect for long-haired breeds, even if they don't shed!

Part of grooming your dog is regular brushing. The face area can be a little tricky, as some dogs don't like having the hair around their face brushed or groomed in any way. Use the following...

The Curly Coated Retriever has a very unique coat. It's made up of tight, thick curls that lay close to the body. These curls cover the entire body, including the neck, legs and tail. The Curly...

The Pulik, or Hungarian Water Dog, is a medium-sized, strong and sturdy breed. Puliks make great show dogs since they are incredibly obedient. Their coats come in a variety of colors including...

The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a medium-sized herding dog. They are intelligent, upbeat and energetic. They are have incredibly good memories, are eager to learn and relatively easy to train. They...

Sussex Spaniels are large, sturdy dogs with a calm disposition. They are passionate about the hunt and sometimes bay when hunting. They are the only spaniel that is known to do this. Sussex...

Sealyham Terriers are playful and fun, but not overly hyperactive. Although they are sometimes aggressive toward other dogs, they usually get along with fellow pets. They have long, hard coats of...

Schipperkes (pronounced "sheep-er-ker") are small, tail-less dogs that belong to the Non-Sporting Group. Their coats come in solid black, tan and fawn. Black is the only color the American Kennel...

Welsh Terriers are energetic, simple and friendly dogs. They are good with children and are best combined with a young and active family that can keep up with them. The wiry coat should have a...

The Tibetan Terrier is a medium-sized dog which belongs to the non-sporting group. They are loyal to those they know and unsure about strangers. Tibetan Terriers have a thick, wavy double coat...

The Silky Terrier is a small, doe-eyed dog with a big heart. They are highly intelligent and alert and are curious about everything in the world around them. They have a shiny, single coat which...

Alternately known as the Japanese Spaniel, Japanese Chins are little dogs which appear to be almost twice their size due to their voluminous coats which grow long and stick out all over the body....

These medium-sized working dogs possess immense strength but are very gentle natured. They are also quite beautiful to look at. They have thick, dense double coats of silver-tinged hair that comes...

Also known as the Pyrenean Mountain Dog, Great Pyrenees are large, strong animals. These loyal and well behaved dogs make excellent guard dogs. They are protective of their owners, but generally...

Papillons, or Continental Toy Spaniels, are small dogs that belong to the Toy Group. They have a long tail which curls up over their backs and in the past caused people to label them as Squirrel...

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are lovable, loyal, obedient and friendly dogs. While they are intelligent and trainable, they are sometimes slow learners and require patience. They are very good with...

The American Kennel Club recognized the Finnish Spitz as a breed in 1987, and is a well known breed throughout Scandinavia. This dog is playful and friendly, and desires lots of attention from its...

Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are strong, intelligent, affectionate dogs. They are obedient and have the ability to solve problems when left alone, making them an excellent choice for a watch dog....

Norwich Terriers are tiny, compactly built dogs with tiny, yet strong, legs. They are outgoing, headstrong dogs that seem to think they are ten times as large as they are. Norwich Terriers have...

The Belgian Tervuren is an extremely intelligent and obedient breed. They are loyal to their owners and very territorial. They respond best to a firm training method. You should socialize your...

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...