Tips & Tricks for Brushing Your Dog at Home
One of the most common questions I’ve received as a professional dog groomer is HOW do I brush my dog and what TOOLS do I need? This can be a little bit of a complex answer due to the nature of how different dog breeds and coats are. Below I will try and simplify not only the tools needed, but also the how and why! Why should I brush my dog in between grooms? Isn’t that what I pay the groomer to do? While yes, that is a portion of what you pay your groomer to complete, at-home maintenance is so very important! Professional groomers generally will wash, dry, brush, clean ears, cut nails, and (if applicable) trim their hair. Having owners brush in between grooms can help with reduced shedding, reduced tangles/matting, and better stimulated skin, leading to a moisturized coat. More importantly, they get used to the process, so it makes the visit to the groomers less scary! Wait a minute, there are different types of brushes? Yes! There are a TON of diffe...