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In our experience, they work great. There are many different vendors that sell them on the market like Laube, Furminator, and Bamboo. We only have first hand experience with the Furminator and have found it to do a great job at removing the undercoat layer of hair that is ready to come off! This helps to keep your dog cooler in the summer months by removing unnecessary hair and is also helpful in reducing the amount of shedding from your pups. These tools seem to last forever so it is commonly a one time purchase that is in our opinion a no-brainer. Most of these companies also offer de-shedding treats and shampoo solutions that enhance the ability of their tools to perform.
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Depending on you and your dog’s lifestyles, some dogs may require more frequent bathing than others. One negative of bathing is that it does strip your dog of the necessary oils that are naturally produced. An alternative to frequent bathing is to wipe your dog down with grooming wipes. These are great for surface freshness and cleaning, but will not dry your dogs skin out. It is also important to use products like ear cleansers and face wipes when doing your grooming to keep up with overall health on a regular basis. We recommend getting into a routine and setting up a grooming calendar to keep track on frequency.
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If an Afghan hound or a Maltese winds up with mats in his coat, you can try squirting it with a human de-tangling spray or – better yet – one made for dogs – then tease the mat out with the gentle strokes of a comb, just as you would a person’s hair. |
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Dog’s skin is really sensitive and you want to avoid any chemical solvents – they can burn the dog’s skin, are flammable and if he licks his skin they are toxic if ingested. With a long-haired dog you have to cut out the area or clip the dog. With a short-haired dog use Goo-Gone or another product, but only if you are ready to give an immediate bath with dog shampoo. |
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If your dog doesn’t smell at all and is not shedding, then a monthly bath is more than sufficient in order keep his or her skin and coat clean and healthy. |
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Breeds with hair that covers their eyes – like Old English Sheepdogs – can easily become jumpy and nervous. They do better if you trim their bangs so they can see what is around them and who is approaching. |
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A grooming glove is a cloth glove with a rubber palm area that is covered with bumps that collect the dead hairs and massage the skin. It is the most effective and pleasurable way to groom smooth-coated dogs, from Labs to Greyhounds. There are many different styles and constructions to choose from. |
