An owner who is attentive to the needs of his puppy ensures an optimal environment in which to grow, guarantees him the most suitable diet to satisfy his nutritional needs, supports his character, educates him and dedicates him the time he needs.
However, one element that is often underestimated when it comes to animal care is its hygiene. Dog grooming it is a practice that consists of caring for the animal’s fur and washing it, which is very important for its well-being and that of its owners.
Why is dog and cat grooming important?
In this regard, we interviewed Simone Morelli, professional groomer and owner of Spettinati. During our chat he confirmed to us that it is a common tendency to think that your dog should only be washed in hot periods, the period of the year in which our four-legged friends have the greatest chance of going out and getting dirty. And even to think that if we are talking about cats, washing is not that necessary because in the common imagination they seem to be autonomous animals in cleaning.
They have told us this several times on this topic dog and cat Grooming is always important: no matter how much an animal can wash itself, it will never reach the standards of cleanliness typical of humans. This may seem like a trivial concept, but when you consider that a pet lives in close contact with humans, it is a very important factor to take into consideration.
You and your pet share most of the spaces in your home . They curl up on the sofa; they climb on beds, pillows and sleep on blankets. Dirt and parasites can easily settle on their fur or paws, making them the perfect means of transportation to enter your home. Taking care of the hygiene and cleanliness of your pet and its daily accessories such as kennels, cushions, bowls and toys is therefore essential.
How to do puppy grooming?
Pet grooming it should be experienced by your puppy as an operation that occurs regularly in his life. However, it is important to take into account the fact that no puppy easily accepts grooming, in fact it would be better to rely on a professional already in the initial stages. But if for any reason this was not possible, we asked our trusted groomer Simone for some advice, to make the operation easier for the owners.
It must be perceived gradually by the puppy
Bathing a puppy is a demanding activity delicacy and patience . In fact, it is strongly not recommended to place the jet of water directly on the animal’s fur or muzzle because this could scare it, but it would be preferable to cushion the jet with your hand or use a jug to gradually wet it. During this operation it is better to avoid direct contact with the most sensitive areas (nose, ears and private parts).
Choose a warm season to facilitate drying
After washing, it is essential to dry the dog’s fur well with a hairdryer and towels, always paying attention to sensitive areas, in particular it is necessary to dry the ears very well to avoid the onset of ear infections. It is best to dry the puppy completely after washing, but in case of intolerance, choosing to wash him in a warm season allows him to dry more easily even without using a hairdryer.
Dog grooming: how to do it and which products to use
I don’t know where to start ? Thanks to Simone Morelli After the advice, we have collected three simple steps to follow to obtain professional grooming comfortably at home using the products for the care and hygiene of your pet from the new Barbershop by Croci line. Formulated with cutting-edge techniques, selecting natural ingredients, avoiding the use of parabens or artificial colourants, it is suitable for the sensitive skin of dogs and cats, puppies and adults.
Step 1: Brush
Brushing your dog regularly is essential, this operation helps you remove coarse dirt and prevent the formation of knots and tangles in the fur.
If the animal has short hair, it is enough to brush it once a week and you can use, for example, the double brush polish or the double comb to gently detangle your pet’s fur. If the animal has very long and thick hair if, however, it has an undercoat, daily brushing will be necessary using specific tools such as the carder or the rake comb, perfect tools for eliminating excess hair.
Step 2: Wash
Dog washing must be done regularly .
If the animal has short hair spends a lot of time in close contact with us and our environment, it will be necessary to carry out a complete wash every three weeks maximum one month because dirt will easily settle on your skin and even household items.
If the animal has long hair and spends most of the days outdoors, so contact is limited, so it will not be necessary to wash it too frequently as the dirt will not easily reach the skin, in this case also three/four times a year it might be enough.
To thoroughly wash your puppy you can use some specific products. THE Croci Barbershop hygiene line includes shampoos and conditioners specifically designed for the different types of existing coats.
- Use the Soft elixir scope: if your pet has hair that tangles easily, or is very curly and tangled, like that of the Maltese and the poodle.
- Use range Polished groove : If your pet has greasy fur or dandruff This is clearly the case for example with dachshunds, German shepherds or Persian cats
- Pure detox the products are suitable for all hair types and purify the skin
- Usage Cosmicfresh dry shampoo if you want to quickly sanitize the coat
When grooming your dog or cat, remember to pay attention to your pet’s ears and eyes to avoid ear infections or other conditions.
Step 3: Drying
In any case it is important that this operation is done regularly and that the puppy experiences it as a moment of play; if it seems to us that the animal is not in the right mood to face such a stressful event it is better to avoid it and postpone it to a better time .
To remove excess water it is best to start with towels and rags, when all the water has been removed it will be possible use the hairdryer until completely dry . If your dog is shedding and has a lot of dead hair to remove, you can use the nozzle to direct the air from the hair dryer and remove it completely.
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