| When learning to groom your pet dog it is crucial | | | | or around the eyes. Those are sensitive areas |
| to keep in mind that every pet has his own | | | | that are prone to infections. Use a firm manner |
| preferences, and while some may enjoy the | | | | when speaking and coax your pet rather than |
| experience, others might shy away from the | | | | using force if possible. |
| touching. | | | | Brushing your dog's teeth may require patience. |
| Preferably, you should begin when your dog is still | | | | It's always good to start while he is a puppy. You |
| small. You may want to keep each session short | | | | can begin by using your finger with a bit of cloth |
| at first but remember to keep to a regular | | | | to rub along the gums and teeth. In time, you can |
| schedule. Remember to use a soft yet firm voice | | | | attach a brush to your finger and use dog |
| and manner. It might help at the start to give | | | | flavored toothpaste to help. |
| your pet a massage until she settles down | | | | If that seems too much, here's some simple tips |
| enough for you to start grooming. | | | | will keep your pet's teeth in order and his breath |
| It might also be valuable to give your pet dog a | | | | fresher: |
| reward after every grooming session, to reward | | | | Get a chewtoy that has ridges in it specifically |
| good behavior. | | | | designed to clean his teeth. |
| Bathing a dog may require some care. Many dogs | | | | Avoid canned dog food. |
| remain a little shy of bathing. Prepare all items | | | | Enhance his digestion by adding cooked brown rice |
| ahead of time and have all your items ready as | | | | to his meals. |
| you may only get one shot at it! Make sure the | | | | Give him something each day to chew on. |
| bath matches the dog's size. Use a mild | | | | Remember that any efforts toward grooming |
| temperature water and a mild soap that will not | | | | your dog will not only benefit her health, but will |
| irritate. Be careful not to get any water in his ears | | | | improve the relationship you share. |