Hair On Dog

Different dog breeds have different types of hair or fur. The hair on dog or fur is called the 'coat' and just as people have different types of hair, so do dogs. Different types of hair on dogs or dog coats require different types of care and it is important to attend to your dog's coat on a regular basis.

No matter what season, it is important to brush or comb your dog's coat on a regular basis. If you start brushing your hair on dog when he is a puppy, he will be very used to it and actually enjoy being brushed.

Long haired dogs can easily become matted and mats are very hard to deal with and are very uncomfortable for the hair on dog. If you regularly brush your dog and pay special attention to the belly area, under the legs and behind the ears, you should be able to prevent matting. If you must remove a mat, be very careful and first try to untangle the mat with your fingers. There are special de-matting grooming tools sold at pet stores that make it relatively simple to remove mats.

When bathing your dog, be sure you have the supplies ready by the tub so that your dog will not jump out of the tub when you turn your back. Wet the dog well, apply shampoo and work it in thoroughly and finally rinse the dog several times before towel drying the hair on dog.

Fleas and ticks can be problematic in the summer months. There are treatments you can purchase that repel these pests including collars, sprays and shampoos. Be sure to inspect your dog's coat upon returning from outdoors.

You can always hire a professional dog groomer to work your hair on dog. This is entirely up to you but groomers cost money so if you learn to do the grooming yourself you can save a good amount of money per year. Professional dog groomers are specially trained and know every aspect of proper grooming techniques.

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