Bathing Your Dog Tips Part 1

Cleanliness and proper grooming can be very important to the continued good health of our dogs. But bathing our puppy or adult dog can often prove to be a challenge. Check out these dog bathing tips to get some great ideas so you'll be prepared for your next dog bath and grooming session.

How often your pet will need a dog bath will depend on the breed and what type of activities the dog is involved in. It's best to bathe your dog only when your dog is really dirty. Just use your nose - that tell tale doggy smell will let you know when it's time for their bath.

If a dog is bathed too often it will result in dry itchy skin, which will cause your dog to scratch, further irritating their already sensitive skin. If you need to bathe your dog more frequently make sure to use a pet shampoo that will also moisturize your dog's skin. You may also want to follow up with an after bath pet coat conditioner specifically formulated for dry skin. Don't use "people" shampoos and conditioners.

If it's warm out you can bathe your dog outside. Pick a place that will not turn to mud when it gets wet. It's a good idea a have a washtub large enough for your dog to stand up in and fill it with a few inches of water. Water straight from a garden hose may start off warm, but usually gets cold very fast. If your dog starts to resist and shiver, as the water gets colder, you may want to consider another option.

You can overcome this problem by purchasing a raised dog bath. This convenient, back-saving dog bath is often used with a water temperature mixer valve assembly that completely solves this problem. With the proper equipment set up you'll be able to save your back and control the water
temperature of your dog's bath. Some temperature mixer valve assemblies conveniently hook up to your existing washing machine water supply. At bath time just connect an ordinary garden hose to the valve assembly and run it outside to the bathing area. This convenient type of back-saving dog bath can even be used for bathing your dog inside.

If you choose to bathe your dog inside, regulating the water temperature shouldn't be a problem. But deciding where to bathe your dog might be. Small dogs and puppies can usually be bathed easily in a sink or a washtub. For bigger dogs you will need something bigger like a bathtub or a large shower stall. And of course, the bigger your dog is the bigger the potential hassles.

Dog Bathing Tips