Tuesday, December 12, 2006

Tips On Grooming Your Dog


Article Title: Tips On Grooming Your Dog
Author: Caninecoalition.com

We always hear people lament the fact that their dog peed on
the rug, that their dog is causing them allergies, that the dog
is shedding hair all over the place, and so the list of
complaints go on and on. What these people do not realize is
that they are to blame for their dog complaints. They should
have taken the time to properly train and groom their dogs. Had
they done so, they would have nothing to complain about. If you
have a puppy or are thinking of getting one, heed the following
advice. These are tips on grooming your dog properly.

Begin by regularly spending time with your dog.

Spending time with your dog gives him the confidence that he is
loved and the tendency to follow your dictates. By spending
quality time with your dog, you are forming the bond of love
and trust which would be necessary to make him behave and
endure your ministrations once you begin truly grooming him.
Establish a routine that he will look forward to and give
yourself enough time to properly groom your dog.

Begin the basics of grooming your dog.

Once you have established your bond and routine with your dog,
begin grooming your dog immediately. Begin by doing the more
affectionate-seeming gesture of brushing your dog�s
hair. You are promoting your dog�s healthy skin and
grooming his hair in a way your dog perceives as merely a
loving gesture from his master. You can also trim your
dog�s hair if he needs it. Both regular brushing and
trimming would go a long way in preventing dog hair shedding.

Start the next phase of grooming your dog.

After a deeper bond has been established between you and your
dog, begin training him to accept baths, nail trimming and
teeth brushing from you. These are usually the parts of
grooming your dog may not readily accept. These are necessary
for your dog�s and your home�s hygiene. After
such a haranguing experience, always be sure to reward your dog
with a dog biscuit, a pat of affection and kind words. These go
a long way in soothing your dog�s injured sensibilities
and make them more willing to subject themselves to the next
grooming session.

Teach your dog discipline.

You should also train your dog to follow the basic commands.
Better yet, enroll him in a training school for dogs so that he
can be properly house trained. Also be consistent in your
responses to his actions so that he does not get confused about
what behavior you expect from him. With good training and
discipline, grooming your dog will be a task made much easier
and much more enjoyable for both you and your beloved dog.

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