How To Select Dog Grooming Kit For Your Dog

By Gertie Magwood

Every pet dog, or for that matter, every pet, needs some amount of grooming. Grooming a pet is the core responsibility of the pet owner. And it is very important to know the right process of grooming your pet in order to have a pet which is glad and which you can be proud of.

The basic step towards choosing a dog grooming kit for your little darling would be to determine why you wish to groom it. If you want to enter your valued canine in a dog show, you would definitetly need many more dog grooming tools than you would if caring for your dog is your motives for grooming it.

When you purchase a dog, gather as much info as possible on the specific grooming needs of the unique breed, if any. It is not sufficient to purchase a dog grooming kit. It is essential to purchase one that is suitable for your dog.

A dog grooming kit generally contain the following tools: fur clippers, clipper blades, clipper cooling tools, boxes for storing, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, grooming sprays, flea combs, variety of brushes, ear cleansers, cotton dabs to clean ears, rakes, nail clippers, styptic pencils (to clot blood in case the dog starts bleeding during nail clipping) etc. Make sure the dog grooming kit you choose comprises these basic items. Check to make sure that the comb has fine and loose teeth. A fingertip toothbrush works best. Particular toothpastes are available for dogs. Never, ever exchange them with human toothpaste. It would be a wise thought to consult a veterinarian with regard to the best brand of shampoo suitable for the particular breed of dog you own. Just In Case your dog has leaky tear ducts, you might need stain removal products to keep the area around the eyes free of buildups. A dog grooming kit may or may not contain a towel. It is best to choose a towel that is smooth and spongy. Some dog grooming kits also include a pair of scissors to trim hair every now and then. A grooming table is generally essential only in case of dogs groomed for shows.

One of the most main tools in a dog grooming kit is the clipper. The clipper you choose would be directly dependent upon the fur quality of your dog. Common clippers with single speed mechanisms are normally adequate for dogs with thin and short fur. On the other hand, those with thick, curly fur demand clippers with higher speed. Moreover, if your dog demands to have its fur clipped frequently, most veterinarian and groomers recommend dual speed clippers. As A Matter Of Fact, if your dog has thick and curly hair and you are not very confident or experienced about clipping, it is wise to let a professional groomer take over.

You would demand a variety of brushes in your dog grooming kit to groom your dog. A slippy brush is very useful to whisk off dead hair while a rake is most vital for brushing the undercoat. While dogs with long hair demand pin brushes, bistle brushes are suitable for those with short fur. A mat comb is needed for dogs that have a problem with snarling. - 32513

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