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Cotton Balls - Can be placed in each ear to prevent water from running into your dog's ears. Pet Shampoos - There are many different pet shampoos each formulated to work on problems such as dry itchy skin, inflamed or dry scaling skin, fleas & ticks, doggy odor, skunk odor, abnormal shedding, quick rinsing for dogs that don't like to take a bath, whiteners for white coats, color intensifiers for dark coats, and coat shine to bring out the natural luster of your dog's coat. You may want to try a hypoallergenic shampoo/conditioner that will gently clean and conditioner your pet's coat in one step. Again, don't use "people" shampoos. Coat Conditioners - There are many pet coat conditioners that will help improve the appearance of your dog's coat like creme rinse, grooming spray, and after bath dry skin treatment,helping you to detangle your dog's coat.
Pet Drying Towels - If you want to get your dog dry faster check out a specialty pet-drying towel. Some are available that will absorb 10 times its own weight in water making them much quicker to use than your own towels.
Eye Protective Gel - Of course you don't want shampoo making its way into your dog's eyes. Just put a little protective eye gel in each eye just before bath time to prevent burning and redness. Ear Drying Solution - Using an ear drying solution will assure that the ear canal is nice and dry after bathing.
Brushes/Combs - There are many different styles and sizes of traditional dog grooming brushes and combs that you can choose from. If your dog has very sensitive or irritated skin you may want to consider a higher quality brush that will not scratch the skin or aggravate existing skin irritations. Pet Dryer - If your dog has a thick, long coat it's best to use a pet dryer. Unlike "people" hair dryers, pet dryers are designed to use less heat and more air volume so they quickly and safely dry a dog without damaging the coat or burning the skin.
Remember to get all your dog grooming supplies ready before hand and let your dog sniff everything.
You may need an assortment of grooming brushes and combs to properly care for your dog's skin and coat. Before you bathe your dog it's always a good idea to brush your dog's coat to remove any tangles or matted areas. If your dog's coat tangles and mats easily make sure to look for shampoos and conditioners that are formulated to prevent and break up mats.
Use mineral oil on any sticky or gooey substances like tar or gum that has gotten into your dog's coat. Never use commercial or industrial cleaners on your dog's coat. Many of these are toxic to your dog. If you're unable to remove something from your dog's coat carefully snip away the affected area. Brush your dog thoroughly between baths, daily if you can, to bring out the beauty in their coat.
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