Grooming Tips

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This group is for tips on how to groom your pet at home. It is a good idea to bath your dog and brush out your dog inbetween trips to the groomer. You can also aviod the groomer all together.

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Winter Tips

Started by Mandy S PBP Admin Jan 15. 0 Replies 0 Favorites

Winter's chill still has its hold on most of the country, bringing with it special grooming concerns for dog owners. For example, should you bathe your dog when temperatures are low? How can you handle those muddy paws? Here are answers to those…Continue

DEMODEX IN formationMange the difference and warnings you should for GRAPHIC PHOTOS BEware!

Started by Wanda P PBP Admin Sep 10, 2012. 0 Replies 0 Favorites

DemodexFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia . ll credit goes to Wika pedia, PLEASE TAKEVALL PUPPIES TO VET ASAP! TO TRY TO STOP IT! IT'S A CRUEL LIFE!!DemodexScientific classificationKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ArthropodaClass: ArachnidaSubclass:…Continue

How to make dog shampoo at home ( this will save you money)

Started by Mandy S PBP Admin. Last reply by Mandy S PBP Admin Sep 11, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Favorites

You can save money by making your own dog shampoo. Aloe Vera Pet Shampoo 2 cups water 2 teaspoons liquid castile 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel Up to 1 teaspoon vegetable glycerin or vegetable oil Combine all ingredients in a jar. Shake to blend. Get…Continue

How to select a shampoo for your dog

Started by Mandy S PBP Admin. Last reply by Mandy S PBP Admin Sep 10, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Favorites

A DOG'S SKIN and hair differ from a human's: a dog's skin has a higher pH level and the hair growth is cyclical rather than ongoing. Because your dog's skin and hair have different requirements than yours, it only makes sense to use a shampoo…Continue

How to trim your cat's claws

Started by Mandy S PBP Admin. Last reply by Regina D.-PBP Event Admin Aug 19, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Favorites

Your cat should be resting comfortably on your lap, the floor, or a table. Hold a paw in one hand and press a toe pad gently to extend the claw. Notice the pink tissue (the quick) on the inside of the claw. Avoid the quick when you trim the claw;…Continue

How to bathe a cat

Started by Mandy S PBP Admin. Last reply by Mandy S PBP Admin Aug 19, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Favorites

Everybody knows that cats don't like to get wet, but sometimes it's unavoidable. When they get exceptionally dirty, or get bombarded by fleas and ticks, or get into substances that are toxic or otherwise harmful, it's time to give them a bath.…Continue

Ways to safely remove mats from your dog

Started by Mandy S PBP Admin. Last reply by Regina D.-PBP Event Admin Aug 20, 2012. 5 Replies 0 Favorites

Removing hair mats is fraught with potential complications. Many mats are firmly attached to the skin, so you must be extremely careful not to cut the skin as you cut off the mat. Begin by brushing and combing as much as possible. Many small mats…Continue

How to bathe your dog

Started by Mandy S PBP Admin. Last reply by Regina D.-PBP Event Admin Aug 19, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Favorites

Before you begin bathing your dog, there are a few things you must do to prepare. Proper preparation can make the process easier for you and your dog.Choose a LocationA tub is usually the easiest place to bathe your dog, though very small dogs may…Continue

Brushing tips

Started by Mandy S PBP Admin. Last reply by Regina D.-PBP Event Admin Aug 19, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Favorites

Brushing Brush in the direction of hair growth, beginning at the head, and work towards the tail and down the legs. Brushing removes loose hair and daily brushing of longhaired and double-coated dogs removes dead hair from the undercoat to help…Continue

How To Make Your Dog Fluffy

Started by Mandy S PBP Admin. Last reply by Mandy S PBP Admin Aug 19, 2012. 2 Replies 0 Favorites

After you have toweled off the excess water, put his leash on your dog and loop it on a door handle or heavy piece of furniture. The object here is to not allow him an avenue of escape! Most…Continue

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Comment by Regina D.-PBP Event Admin on January 16, 2013 at 10:52pm: So are mine.

Comment by Lisa Barr on January 16, 2013 at 9:57pm: Fortunately mine are small enough that I bathe them in the kitchen sink. We did take my son's great dane to a pet store to bathe him though. He loved the attention. :)

Comment by Regina D.-PBP Event Admin on January 15, 2013 at 10:35pm: I just washed my two pets today. I tried to every month and let them dry inside our trailer. I wash them in our tub separately, then dry them with a towel. They don't like blow dryers. One dog and one cat.

Comment by Mandy S PBP Admin on January 15, 2013 at 7:48pm: Hey everyone..how is everyone doing? Now that the weather is colder where do you bath your pets? In some places there are shops where you can take your dog and wash them your self with warm water and they provide blow dryers as well.

Comment by Helen Calhoun on October 19, 2012 at 5:51am: I always blow dry Lil Bit after his bath and I use a vacuum hose with a brush to suck up loose hairs...its looks so funny but he loves it!

Comment by Wanda P PBP Admin on September 26, 2012 at 7:34pm: Get doggy sweater first, put it on for short periods, reward the dog, always brush that fine undercoat 2 to 3 times a week, so important with fine haired breeds. I groom Lelo now, she wears coats from now on, groom toes now, leave hair long to protect pads on feet.

Comment by Mandy S PBP Admin on September 26, 2012 at 5:09pm: Tip of the day: With the weather starting to get colder in some areas it is a good idea to let you dog grow out its fur to keep it warm and if its supper cold where you live and have a short hair dog its a good idea to invest in a doggy sweater for trips outside

Comment by Mandy S PBP Admin on August 22, 2012 at 5:56pm: glitter-graphics.com
I hope everyone is having a nice week. If you have any questions about grooming feel free to ask them and I will help you. Also if you have any tips please feel free to post those as well.
Mandy

Comment by Regina D.-PBP Event Admin on August 19, 2012 at 2:26pm: Also if you have time, comb or brush your pet everyday and it will help keep the loose fur off your furniture or any other area.

Comment by Mandy S PBP Admin on August 18, 2012 at 10:05pm: If any of you have any grooming tips please feel free to add them as well. All grooming tips are welcomed.