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More groom, less doom: Bathing made easy
August 28th, 2009
by Woof Report, www.woofreport.com

   Oh… the dreaded bath. But what choice do you have? Once your dog rolls in something stinky it’s bath or bust, so give these tips a try to ease your pup into bath time.

First, have your pup play games around the tub (or sink for small dogs) so it’s a fun place to be. Then, place your dog in the tub with no water in it, roll his favorite toy around in there and offer attention and treats. Do this repeatedly, slowly increasing the time he’s in the tub.

Next, fill the tub with half an inch of warm water so he gets his feet wet when he gets in and repeat the procedure, again with treats and praise. Add a little more water each time, eventually pouring water over him and in no time, you’ll have a sparkling clean bathing beauty.

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Responsible dog ownership: Good Human and Canine Citizenry Part V
May 15th, 2009
by Casey Lomonaco (KPA CTP, APDT), proprietor Rewarding Behaviors Dog Training

   Responsible Dog Ownership Tip #5: Grooming for your hound!

While some dogs have more demanding grooming requirements than others, the majority of dogs need some or all of the following on a semi-regular basis: bathing, brushing/combing, tooth brushing, nail clipping, ear checks and cleaning. Matted fur, overgrown nails, bad teeth, and ear infections can be exceedingly uncomfortable for dogs and are easily prevented by routine maintenance.
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Un-sticking: How to get tar or chewing gum out of a dog’s coat
December 1st, 2008
by Tracie Hotchner, Author & Radio Show Host

   Just like with human children who get into sticky stuff, you can try to roll the goop out of the hair with a gob of peanut butter. If that doesn’t work, you’ll have to cut out the area in question.
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Health & Wellness
Say what? How should I clean my dog’s ears? Huh?
October 27th, 2008
by Tracie Hotchner, Author & Radio Show Host

   To clean your dog’s ears, use an unscented baby wipe wrapped around your finger. The moistened cloth will allow you to get in the crevices and really wipe the outer ear canal clean.
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Grooming
Suds and Lather: Never Use Baby Shampoo on a Dog
October 13th, 2008
by Tracie Hotchner, Author & Radio Show Host

   Only use dog shampoo when bathing your dog. The pH balance in shampoo for humans is different than that found in dog shampoos. Frequent bathing isn’t what dries out a dog’s skin or fur, it’s from using the wrong kind of shampoo.
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