Dogs, unlike cats, don’t sit and groom themselves by the hour. Actually, most dogs couldn’t care less about their appearance and couldn’t be happier than when they’re rolling around the ground on something stinky they’ve found. Unfortunately for them, “essence of fido” isn’t a favorite scent of humans and wading through bales of shedding dog hair left on the furniture is way overrated. So until our canine companions totally take over, they’ll have to live with us grooming them and trying to keep their coats healthy and shiny looking.

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Did you know skin diseases are among the main reasons for veterinary visits for dogs of all ages?

A dog’s skin and haircoat are one of the most visible signs of health and vitality. Hair is of great aesthetic importance to dog owners, and a source of great concern when it is not as it should be. Guess this is true for your own ‘coat’ as well

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There are three methods that can be applied to properly dry the coat, depending on the breed of dog you are working with. These are: The fluff-dry method, the cage drying method, and the towel-dry method.

The first method and perhaps the most difficult to achieve is the fluff-dry method. A high-speed floor dryer is used for this procedure. This method of drying is a very important and crucial step in the proper grooming of certain breeds such as the Poodle, Afghan, Old English Sheepdog, and Maltese.

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You’ll find dogs with matted hair in homes as well. (Unfortunately not all dog owners are conscientious about their pets.)

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