Dog Grooming

By Faith Lawless

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Let’s face it: dogs get dirty quickly and if you add in wet fur from being in the rain, then you can have one smelly dog on your hands. If you don’t have time to bathe the family friend, then you can deodorize him until you find time... more »

How to Dress Your Dog Like a Hippie Dog

By Kristie Leong M.D.

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Are you a hippie at heart? Do you want to share your message of peace and love? Why not start with your dog? Dogs enjoy being a reflection of their owners and a canine decked out in hippie attire will certainly make a statement. Here's how to ... more »

How to eliminate dog and cat bad breath, coat odors and plaque!

By LaSenti-CF

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If you are like so many pet owners, you know that bad breath and coat odors can interfere with your relationship with your pet. And the expense and stress of having their teeth cleaned is not an option you prefer. Well, now there is an easy and ... more »

How to Express a Dog's Anal Glands

By eHow Pets Editor

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Perhaps the most unpleasant task for a dog owner occurs during the grooming process. Expressing the anal glands of a dog can be difficult and downright disgusting, but proper care of these anal glands on a regular basis can prevent health ... more »

How to Get Rid of Fleas

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Fleas can transmit disease and cause tapeworm, so getting rid of fleas on your pet is a must for a healthy animal and a healthy home. Fleas prefer warm and humid conditions and is therefore more than a seasonal problem in some parts of the ... more »

How to Get Rid of Sand Fleas

By eHow Pets Editor

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Oh, the joys of spring! The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, the sand fleas are hatching. Fleas are common little pests; they invite themselves in and overstay their welcome. They hop around the living room, snuggle into the ... more »

How to Get Skunk Smell out of Pet Fur

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Did your cat or dog get sprayed during your weekend away at the cabin? Fear not: applying the following steps, you should be able to get rid of it-- though it obviously helps to keep your pet outdoors until you're completely finished... more »

How to Give a Dog a Pedicure

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Grooming your dog's nails is an important part of maintaining paw health. If you have always wanted to spoil your dog, learn how to give your pooch a pedicure. Dogs that live indoors most of the time should have their nails clipped about every ... more »

How to Groom a Beagle

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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 Black and Tan Coonhound

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The Black and Tan Coonhound has a black coat with tan markings on its legs, muzzle and chest. A large, powerful scenthound, this dog's ears fall in long folds, as does the loose skin on its face. The animal's coat is short, straight, sleek and ... more »

How to Groom a Border Collie

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Border Collies have many different coat types, although most have a medium to long flat outer coat, with some feathering on legs and chest, and a soft, thick undercoat. Their colors are typically black and white but some appear in browns and ... more »

How to Groom a Dachshund

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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 With Scissors

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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 individual look and also allows you to work on hair in ... more »

How to Groom a Greyhound

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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

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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 a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are adorable little dogs with a big name. They have a charmingly messy appearance, which is in keeping with their personalities. Petit Bassets are small game hunters from the region of La Vendee, France, from which ... more »

How to Groom a Samoyed Dog

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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 in white, biscuit, yellow and cream shades. Give ... more »

How to Groom a Shetland Sheepdog

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Shetland Sheepdogs, or Shelties, are a descendant of the Border Collie of Scotland and are almost a perfect miniature of the modern Collie. They have a long, thick double coat that is somewhat coarse and wiry on top and soft underneath. They ... more »

How to Groom a Siberian Husky

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An easily recognizable breed, the Siberian Husky is a powerful, medium-sized dog. They are double coated with a medium-length outer coat, which is smooth, straight and thick, and a soft, wooly undercoat. Clean freaks by nature and generally free ... more »

How to Groom a West Highland White Terrier

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West Highland White Terriers, or Westies, are cute, doe-eyed little dogs with confidence in abundance. They have a thick but short white coat that generally has a coarse texture. They have dark, expressive eyes which are set fairly far back in ... more »

How to Groom an Airedale Terrier

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The Airedale Terrier is a large dog that usually stands between 22 and 24 inches tall. They have a harsh, wiry double coat that is short in length and fairly bristly. They need a full grooming every 6 to 8 weeks if they have a softer coat and ... more »

How to Groom an Australian Shepherd Dog

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Australian Shepherds, or Aussies, are one of the most reliable breeds you may come across. Owners use these dogs for herding, finding stray animals, as seeing eye and hearing aid dogs and to help police track narcotics. Australian Shepherds are ... more »

How to Groom an English Springer Spaniel

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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 Groom and care for an English Bulldog

By mchill2

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Bulldogs enjoy being groomed (except for the nail trimming), and most love taking a bath. The Bulldog has a smooth, short coat and is naturally a reasonably clean dog. Because of his short fine coat, many people think that grooming is not ... more »

How to Groom Your Bichon Frise

By Caryn1221

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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, possible skin irritations, and altercations with your ... more »

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