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Grooming is an essential part of caring for a dachshund. Besides keeping your dog healthy and happy, grooming offers hands-on contact that benefits this sometimes high-strung breed. Even smooth...
Before Pedi-Paws, some enterprising soul discovered you could use a Dremel type rotary tool to trim your dog's nails. The job is tricky because it is easy to go too short and cut into the quick....
Keeping your dog's nails groomed is important. Overgrown nails can be uncomfortable for your pet and dangerous for you (if your dog is a jumper). The trimming process can be challenging depending...
Everyday countless people trim their dogs toenails without knowing how to do it properly and cause them undue pain. Oftentimes they cut too close and into the quick which causes both pain and...
A well-trimmed claw can be a challenge for any pet owner. Dogs and cats alike often refuse to sit still while having their nails trimmed, making it difficult to keep from cutting the quick and...
Trimming a dog and puppy's nails can be a frightening experience for both you and the dog. If you trim the nails too far down, it could cause the dog to bleed an excessive amount. Take proper...
You've probably seen the commercials for the nifty "new" tool to make clipping your dogs' nails easy, painless and fun. No hype, just a few pieces of advice from someone who loves her...
I am not a professional groomer, but I've had a schnauzer in my life since I was 12 years old. We had our first schnauzer professionally groomed, but she always would get a 'hot spot' either on...
A well groomed schnauzer should be groomed approximately every 6-9 weeks. If the dog is a show dog then it must be hand stripped; the AKC rules pertain to not having the dog clipped it must be...
If your dog's nails are clinking against your floors or are getting snagged on fabrics, furniture, or carpets, then it's time for a quick nail trim. Trimming your dog's nails at home is a great...
Dogs' nails require trimming just like ours do. A dog that constantly walks on concrete or other rough surfaces may wear down her nails on her own, but dogs that live mostly indoors or on grass...
This article will help a beginner to experts how to trim their own dog toenails.
Washing and grooming your dog yourself can save you lots of money. It's also a fun way to spend time with your pet too. Depending on the size of your dog you may need someone else's help so you...
Learning how to trim your pet's nails at home can save you money.
Dog grooming costs money. However without a good brush, cut an trim your dog maybe uncomfortable or worse shaggy looking. As with any upkeep, the idea of getting your dog the perfect cut on a...
Dogs need more than good food and frequent exercise to stay healthy. They need to be groomed, and all dogs need their nails trimmed regularly. Some long-haired dogs may need their fur clipped in...
How to trim your Dogs Nails. So its has come the time for Fido to have his nails shorten. Here are a few pointers to help you save time and much pain for you and your Dog.
Paying a groomer or taking your dog to the veterinarian for a toe nail trim is not necessary. It's very easy to do at home.
Knowing how to trim a dog's nails is only part of the learning curve that accompanies pet ownership. Other questions such as how much to trim and when to trim aren't quite as straightforward as...
A Labradoodle is a breed of dog that is part poodle and part Labrador retriever. Most are the size of a standard Labrador retriever, but you can find them bred to be miniature and medium-sized as...
Yorkie poos are a hybrid dog breed that is a cross between a Yorkshire terrier and a poodle. Poodle hybrids are increasingly being sought due to the burgeoning designer-dog trend and their...
Cutting a miniature schnauzer's hair gives the dog a clean appearance and also provides good health for the skin and ears. With the proper equipment, you can become your own dog's groomer.
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...
For many dog owners, cutting your pet's nails is a hassle. The traditional clippers generate clippings, many dogs resist them and there is easy potential for cutting too close and getting the...
How to cut you dog or cats nails.
The Maltese is a beautiful, long-haired dog. Proper, vigilant grooming is a must to keep its coat from turning into a tangled mess. Grooming may also be required before your dog can be showed in a...
How to Trim a Dog's Toenails
To trim a dog's toenails, locate the pink quick on white nails and quickly cut at the end of the quick. For a dog with black nails, trim off the hook, look for a black circle along the nail bed,...
How to Trim Your Dog's Nails Without Trauma
Trim a dog's nails without trauma by starting at a young age, using a proper restraint, and working swiftly to minimize the stress level for the dog. Reward a dog for good behavior when trimming...
How to Groom a Golden Retriever
When grooming a golden retriever dog, rinse the fur completely, blow dry the dog to get rid of loose, dead hair, trim lightly around the ears, and trim in between the toes. Leave the tail of a...
How to Trim a Dog's Nails
Trimming a dog's nails is easier when the nail is white because a groomer can simply look for the pink quick and cut at the end of the quick. For dogs with black nails, cut off the nail hook, look...
How to Groom a Pomeranian
To groom a Pomeranian, brush the dog out completely, trim the ears with thinning shears, trim between the toes, and shave in between the pads of the feet with a number 40 blade. For a lion cut on...
Grooming your poodle at home can save you money and increase the bond between you and your pet. When you take your poodle to a groomer, no matter how reputable, you really do not know how your pet...
The schnauzer is a beloved pet in many households. The distinct look of the schnauzer--lean with a short body and long hair around the face--is part of what makes these creatures so popular....
Clipping a shih tzu is easier than you might think, as long as you know how the dog should look when you finish grooming. The standard pet cut is simply a one-length fuzzy puppy look, so it is...
Cocker spaniels were originally bred to hunt with their masters, flushing foul and other small animals from bushes and grasses so they could be shot. These loyal dogs are now much more commonly...
When you think of grooming a Yorkshire terrier, you probably think about combing her long, flowing hair, trimming her ears and giving her a cute little bow for the ponytail or topknot. However,...
While taking a dog to the groomer is probably one of the easiest ways to trim its fur, it can also be more expensive. Long-haired dogs tend to have more matting or knots in the fur, which can...
For many dogs it’s a challenge trimming their nails, they squirm, fight and might even nip. How can you trim the nails of a dog like that? I’ve found that the best way requires two people,...
Poodle Dog Grooming: Trimming Back Paws
Using scissors to trim a poodle's back paws will get any fun that may have been missed. Learn how to trim a poodle's back paws with tips from a dog groomer in this free pet care video.
Schnoodles, the adorable mixture of Schnauzer and Poodle, have a unique fur type. These dogs have a pleasing blend of their parents' fur types. Most Schnoodles have silky, wavy, fine-textured fur...
Here's my simple technique to trimming my dog's nails.
If you are a dog owner, you probably know that your dog's toenails need to be trimmed on a regular basis. You can take your dog to a groomer or to your vet and have his toenails trimmed. But if...
How to Groom the Legs & Neck of a Shaggy-Haired Dog
Learn how to clip or trim a long-haired dog's neck and legs in this free online video on pet grooming.
How to Groom a Shaggy-Haired Dog's Torso
Learn how to trim or clip a long-haired dog's torso in this free online video on pet grooming.
How to Trim the Hair Around a Shaggy-Haired Dog's Ears
Learn how to groom, trim and cut your long-haired dog's ears at home with this free online video clip on pet grooming.
Use Safety Tips for Grooming a Shaggy-Haired Dog
Learn safety tips for grooming your long-haired dog at home in this free online video clip.
How to Clip a Dog's Toenails
Learn some tips on how to clip or trim your dog's toenails in this video on pet maintenance.
After you do an initial grooming with a clipper comb to establish the overall length for the dog's hair, you're ready to do finishing work with scissors. The finishing work creates the dog's...
One of the most traumatic experiences for a puppy and his owner can be the first nail trimming session. Often, the owner avoids it altogether and leaves it to a veterinarian who may not have time...
Certain breeds of dogs are notorious for shedding, which can be a pain if you don't want dog hair all over your clothes and furniture. You can limit the amount of hair your dog sheds by keeping...