Dog bathing: What you need to know to do it correctly and safely

If you just got a dog, the bathing process may seem like a mountain. Or you may already have a dog who is fussy and generally doesn't react well to the prospect of a bath.

In any case, bathing a dog doesn't have to be stressful or difficult. With the right preparation and knowing what to look out for, it can be a piece of cake, whether your four-legged friend is a large wolfhound or a small Maltese.

What will I need for the dog bath?

Before doing anything, you should have acquired all the essentials that will ensure that the bathroom is completed easily and most importantly safely. What you will need are:

• Shampoo for dogs : Under no circumstances should you use shampoo for humans, because it will damage the normal flora of the animal's coat and skin.

• Dog conditioner : In the bath, it is a good idea to brush your dog. Thus, the whole process will be more pleasant for him and at the same time the dead hairs that accumulate especially in the summer will be removed. If the dog's coat is hard and tangled, then conditioning cream is essential.

• Brush or combing glove

• Towel : Dogs should not be left wet after bathing. After all, your loyal friend will most likely enjoy the sweeping process.

How to prepare my dog ​​for the bath?

The first step is to decide where to bathe the dog. If it is summer, it can be done in the yard or on the balcony with the hose, as long as the water is not cold. However, if the weather is not too hot, the bath should be done indoors with lukewarm water.

Bathing your dog for the first time can be a little uncomfortable, especially if he is a breed that doesn't like water. The important thing is to make him feel calm by talking to him and petting him. In any case, you should not shout at him or make sudden movements that will frighten him.

What should I watch out for while bathing my dog?

Apply an adequate, but not excessive, amount of shampoo according to package directions and lightly massage into coat with hand or combing mitt. Let the shampoo work for a while, but be careful not to let the foam run into the eye area.

After rinsing thoroughly, apply conditioner if needed and then gently comb your dog.

The main thing is to rinse the dog well at the end, before the bath is finished.

tip: never use human shampoos on your dog because you alter the pH of the skin and cause skin problems.

After bathing keep your dog warm

It is very important not to let your dog catch a cold. The water, with which you will bathe him, must be lukewarm and after wiping it is good to dry his coat with a hair dryer.

Ideally, for a few hours the dog should be protected indoors. If, however, he is going to go outside, we recommend that you dress him in some dog clothes that will give him not only warmth but also style.

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