Shaving the coat ... may seem like
a solution but is not a good idea. A dog's coat is insulation which
protects against both cold and heat. Shaving the coat also exposes
a dog's skin to sunburn! For short Haircuts ... using a clipper
with a snap on comb attachment is a good idea. Cutting just the top
coat and not the undercoat leaves nature's protection against sun and heat
and delivers manageable style.
Grooming Tip: Not cutting beyond the undercoat of a double coated
dog results in a better chance of having the coat grow back normally.
Using a clipper, selecting the correct blade and using snap-on comb attachments
plus learning how to do basic haircuts are demonstrated in detail in
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Comb Attachments are a helpful accessory
for clippers and a must have for novices. These snap on combs control the
depth of the cut allowing you to cut hair to a uniform length. Designed to
fit almost all professional clippers, they are easy to use: simply attach
the comb to the base of the blade and pull up to secure. For a good
finish, use a #40 clipper blade with snap-on combs.
Grooming Tips: Brush hair back
against the grain and then clip in the direction of hair growth.
 Snap On Combs
 come in various sizes that correspond to the desired length of the cut.
For a good finish, use a #40 clipper blade with snap-on combs.
Clipper Blades
Constructed from high-carbon steel with a protective coating.
 
Oster Turbo A5
Clippers Cool running, "do-it-all" clippers with a versatile #10 Blade. Also
available with #40 Blade that you need for use with snap-on combs.
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Ear Hair and Ear Hygiene
Excessive ear hair that grows in the ear canal must be removed on a regular
basis because it traps moisture which can lead to irritations and infections.
This hair is plucked or pulled from the ear.
Grooming Tips:
pulling a few hairs at a time is less painful and prevents trauma to the
ear.
The ear hair should be coated with a special powder that makes the hair easier
to grip. Gimborn R7 Ear Powder is a good choice.
Another aid is a Pet Silk product that reduces ear problems and
ear odor with a superior non-staining formula that is safe and effective
...
 Pet Silk Ear Cleaner
Grooming Tips: Please don't dump
a lot of powder (or anything else for that matter) into you dog's ear! A
small amount of powder applied to the hair you wish to pluck is all that
is necessary to get the job done. |
Clipper Basics
Clip in the direction of hair growth. Don't dig in or push but let the clippers
do the work. Use short, overlapping strokes to avoid clipper marks in the
coat. In selecting blades for your clipper, remember that the smaller
the number of the blade, the longer it will leave the hair.
Enhance the life of your grooming tools and keep clippers safe and sanitary
with these products. Choose from formulas to clean, lubricate and cool all
types of clippers and blades.
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Protect your investment by using these genuine Oster products to clean, cool
and lubricate your clippers and blades.
Note: Read the manual !
Blades from some manufacturers are sold with a protective (invisible) coating
that must be removed before first use.
Directions come with your new clipper. |
Brushing Basics
 Brushing
removes dead hair from the coat before it mats and stimulates the skin. Using
the proper brush stroke is important. For all dogs, make sure and brush from
the skin out past the ends of the hair without flipping your wrist.
For longhaired breeds, divide the coat into small sections and brush from
the skin outward, working from head to tail, section by section. Light misting
with an anti-stat spray or diluted conditioner in a spray bottle lets the
brush move smoothly through the coat and helps keep the longer outer coat
from breaking.
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If you don't use a clipper because you prefer to have your dog show off
his beautiful coat, you should know about the basics of caring for that coat
-- especially how to bathe, condition, blow dry and brush to minimize damage,
mats and tangles.
These techniques are demonstrated in beautiful detail in the
 Grooming Basics
Video an excellent resource for owners of longhaired dogs
and the "must have" for elegant Shih Tzu, Maltese, Yorkies, Lhasa's, Silkies
and similar breeds.
Also on this tape ...
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Never Brush A Dry Coat ... These Advanced Grooming Sprays
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Diluting Products -
People Products
Rinsing well is extremely important when it comes to shampoo and conditioners
(unless these are specifically the leave-in type) . Diluting these products
does not interfere with effectiveness and does help with rinsing.
Do not use people products on a pet and J&J Baby Shampoo is definitely
NOT the best thing to use. These quality pet shampoos by #1 All Systems
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More Puppy Basics
 Having
safe toys to keep puppies amused and satisfy the fervent urge to chew is
as necessary as assembling the appropriate grooming products for your breed.
Certain basic equipment is necessary too and this well-thought-out
Puppy Package is tops!
This Puppy Starter Package
includes all of this:
1- Life Stages Crate
1- Quiet Time Fleece Bed
2- Stainless Steel Bowls
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1- Tender Care Pup Shampoo
1- Curved Slicker Brush
1- Greenies Bone
1- Puppy Kong Toy
1- Puppy Collar
1- Puppy Leash
For grooming this is a wonderful Puppy Package from Pet Silk
 Tearless
Puppy Shampoo and
Moisturizing Conditioner are both very gentle for puppies (and kittens too).
Formulated with organic silk for the most manageable coats. Wonderful scent.
This Puppy Package also has Tear Stain Remover. Puppies tear and drool
especially when teething. Wet little faces end up with stains. This gentle
Pet Silk product fixes that problem and puppies look as cute as
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Tears and saliva do cause staining.
Faces also get stained from food and from constantly being wet.
Whitening shampoos like
#1
All Systems Whitening & Brightening Shampoo definitely
help
 with
stains but daily maintenance is required. Dogs, like Shih Tzu and
Maltese, must have the beard and the area around the beard combed out
and cleaned every day especially after meals.
For help with serious staining visit this helpful
site:
Stain Removing Products
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Make sure that there is no red dye in food or treats. The ONLY
way to maintain an unstained face is to keep it not only clean but dry.
All breeds can use a water bottle to keep beards and whiskers dry.
  Provide sanitary, spill-proof water for your dog. Airline approved and weather
resistant, the
Dog Water Bottle features a stainless
steel dual ball system to eliminate leaks and an easy to fill wide mouth.
Please Remember to:
check your pet's water supply and refill daily. And be sure to thoroughly
clean and rinse the bottle weekly. |
"This and That"
Oster clipper blades ... Oster sharpens them and sends them back to
you good as new!
A favor for your groomer ... and your dog ... if you use a professional
groomer keep up your dog's grooming at home. The time spent at the groomer's
will be a better experience.
Grooming
tables
(featured
here- click) are wonderful for all grooming tasks, but whatever you use,
make sure your dog has secure footing to prevent serious injury from a fall.
And, speaking of injuries ... jumping off beds and furniture is
not a good idea, especially for the little ones. Injuries can be severe
and often go undetected until your pet is older.
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