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Dog Grooming

Bathing, brushing, nail and ear care — grooming routines for every coat type.

  1. How Often Should You Bathe Your Dog?

    Too much bathing dries the skin; too little leaves coats grimy. Here is how often to bathe your dog, plus a stress-free bath routine. The right bathing rhythm keeps skin and coat healthy without stripping natural oils — and knowing when to bathe, what products to use and how to make bath time stress-free makes grooming simple. A good general rhythm is a bath every four to eight weeks for most healthy dogs. Dogs with oily coats, thick double coats or skin allergies may need more — or less — frequent bathing, and your veterinarian is the best guide. Bathing strips the natural oils that keep skin and coat healthy, which is why over-bathing can cause dryness and itchiness. Under-bathing leaves dirt, allergens and odors building up, which brings its own problems.

    3 min readApr 2, 2026

  2. How to Trim Your Dog's Nails

    Long nails hurt — they twist toes and change posture. Here is how to trim your dog's nails safely at home, what to do if you cut the quick, and how to make it stress-free. With the right tools, a calm routine and a clear idea of where the quick is, most owners can trim nails confidently at home — and know exactly what to do if things go wrong. Long nails do more than click on floors. They push the toes sideways, change the angle of the paw, strain tendons and make walking uncomfortable — over time they can contribute to joint pain, especially in seniors. Nails that grow long enough to curl can embed into the paw pads. That is painful, easily infected and entirely preventable with routine trims.

    3 min readApr 25, 2026

  3. How to Brush Your Dog's Coat

    Brushing is the most underrated item in dog care — it removes loose fur, spreads natural oils, prevents painful mats and gives you a daily chance to spot skin problems early. Learn which brush suits your dog's coat type, how often to brush, and the technique that makes grooming a bonding moment instead of a struggle. Slicker brushes suit long, curly or double coats; bristle brushes work well on short smooth coats; undercoat rakes remove the dense undercoat of double-coated breeds like huskies and corgis. A detangling comb finishes long coats. Matching the tool to the coat prevents both ineffective brushing and skin irritation. If in doubt, a groomer can recommend the right kit for your dog's specific coat.

    3 min readJun 6, 2026

  4. How to Clean Your Dog's Ears

    Ear problems are one of the most common reasons dogs visit the vet — and many are preventable with a simple weekly routine. Learn which dogs need ear cleaning most, how to clean ears safely without pushing debris deeper, the signs of an infection you should never clean over, and how to keep floppy-eared breeds healthy. Dogs with floppy ears — like bassets, spaniels and retrievers — trap moisture and air, making them prone to infections. Dogs that swim, dogs with allergies, and hairy-eared breeds also benefit from regular checks. Ears that stand upright and stay dry often need little more than a weekly look. The routine matters most for the ears that stay warm, dark and damp — the perfect environment for yeast and bacteria.

    3 min readApr 20, 2026

  5. Managing Your Dog's Shedding

    Shedding is normal — every dog loses hair, and double-coated breeds lose a startling amount twice a year. Learn why dogs shed, how to manage the fur explosion with the right brushing, bathing and tools, the difference between normal shedding and hair loss that signals a problem, and how to keep your home (and vacuum) sane. Hair grows, dies and is replaced in cycles, and dogs with double coats — a soft undercoat under a weatherproof top coat — blow that undercoat in big seasonal waves, usually spring and autumn. Indoor heating can make shedding feel year-round. Shedding amount varies by breed: huskies, corgis and retrievers shed heavily; poodles and terriers shed little because their hair grows continuously. The amount of fur on the floor is largely a breed trait, not a health sign.

    3 min readMar 12, 2026