Grooming your dog is an essential part of taking care of them. Pampering them is a great way to return the affection they so willingly give to you.
When taking care of your pet, take the extra step and spoil them. Just like us, your dog enjoys a little spa time and self-care every now and again.
Pampering your dog doesn’t have to be a long, extravagant process and you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars at a pet groomer to pamper your fur baby. You can spoil and groom your dog at home and do it inexpensively.
Spa
A great way to spoil your pet is during bath time. When washing your dog, use an organic, nature-scented shampoo and slowly massage the soap into their fur. Massage their muscles as you wash their fur. Your dog experiences soreness and tightness in their muscles like we do.
To make bath time easier for you and more enjoyable for your pup, trying using dog washing gloves.
Dog washing gloves or dog bathing mitts are designed specifically for your dog’s fur. There are built-in bristles and grooves that brush and scrub your dog’s fur as you wash them.
Salon
Create an at-home salon for your dog. It’s important to maintain your dog’s coat, especially if your dog has thick, coarse, or long fur.
For dogs with thick, coarse, or long fur, the easiest method to trim their coat is to use clippers. You can buy dog grooming blades online. Ensure you purchase the right size blades for the type of fur your dog has.
Brushing
Pin brushes are the best type of brush to use for dogs with thick, curly, wiry, or long fur.
Bristle brushes are a great tool for grooming your dog as well. These brushes remove dirt and debris from their fur.
For short-furred dogs or smaller dogs, the best tools for grooming their fur are small combs and soft bristles.
When brushing or combing your dog’s fur, use slow, soft strokes. Brush your dog’s fur for 5 to 10 minutes to ensure their coat is thoroughly groomed.
Paw Massage
A great way to groom and pamper your dog at the same time is by applying dog paw wax to their pads after clipping their nails. In a circular motion, slowly apply the dog paw wax to their sore, aching paws.
After applying the wax, you’ll notice a difference in the appearance of their paws.
Paw wax for dogs is the equivalent of lotion or lip balm for humans. It helps prevent cracking by hydrating their paw pads, and helps to alleviate pain from dryness.
