Anyone who has decided to take a dog into their home faces the problem of maintaining daily hygiene. We want the animals to live every day in good health and condition, which also has a direct impact on our quality of life. Taking good care of your pet ensures the comfort of everyone in the house.
It would help if you considered many aspects regarding the dog’s hygiene. It is both ensuring cleanliness by removing dirt and preventing infection and parasite transmission, but also keeping the dog healthy, fit and well.
Hygiene in this broad sense poses many challenges.
Cleanliness
One of the more common dilemmas for pet dog owners is how often to bathe their pets. There is a wide range of grooming products on the market to make this task easier and to get rid of dirt after a trip to the park or forest in a way that is safe for the dog’s skin. The bathing frequency depends on the amount of dirt and the breed of the dog. Bathing is recommended every 3 to 6 months. Dogs with longer and denser coats need to be washed slightly more often. However, daily bathing is not allowed as this would disrupt the natural antibacterial protection of the dog’s skin.
Combing and grooming
Combing your dog is one of the activities we do most often with our dog. We can buy the right brushes, designed for a specific type of coat. Grooming not only improves the condition of the coat but also removes hair that the dog naturally sheds. For short-haired dogs, a comb or even a rubber massage glove with bristles will work well. Long-haired dogs need to be combed with a suitable brush to prevent knots. If you are the guardian of a dog with hair, visiting the groomer is essential. A professional groomer will not only trim the hair, but will also take care of the ears, eyes, and claws, which are best trimmed regularly.
Keeping accessories clean
Every pet guardian has a lot of dog gadgets around: beds, mats, blankets, toys, bowls, leads, etc. It is worth remembering to clean the things we have regularly because then there is a chance they will last longer. An example of this would be beds, which need regular cleaning. It is therefore worth considering choosing sturdy bedding made of durable material, such as the BB Republic range. Depending on the manufacturer’s recommendations, clean by hand with mild detergents. If the bed needs to be washed, set the programme to a low temperature of 30 degrees.
Health care
The health aspect of caring for a dog involves many different issues. Many of these relate to the different requirements of specific breeds. The basic needs that apply to all pets are keeping an eye on vaccination appointments. It is equally important to look after the condition of their teeth, as infections of this type can promote the development of other more serious conditions.
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