Tips You'll Need For Dog Bathing

We all love our dogs, but sometimes they just flat out stink! The obvious solution would be to give them a bath, but sometimes this is just too much of a hassle. Well you are in luck, because these five bathing tips for dogs will make things much easier. 

Tip 1: Don't Wash Them Too Often 

Dogs don't require the same cleaning schedule that you do. Experts recommend you clean your dog once a month, unless they have a skin infection. Bathing them too frequently can lead to knots, irritation and all sorts of uncomfortable rashes. 

Tip 2: Ease Them Into It 

At some point in your life you had to be taught how to bathe. Well, the same goes for your dog. You can start by putting them in the tub and leaving the water off for awhile. Play with Fluffy for a little while so he/she starts to associate the bath with play time. After they have calmed down a bit, you can slowly start cupping water and placing it on their backs. 

Tip 3: Make Sure You Have the Right Shampoo 

Pet stores try and run you dry with their prices, but you have to bite the bullet when it comes to shampoo. You don't want to use human shampoo on dogs because their skin has a different pH balance then ours does.

Tip 4: Remember the Drain 

When Fluffy makes a mad dash for dry freedom, you need to turn your focus to the drain. It's really just common sense, dogs have more hair than we do, so they leave more of it behind in the tub. Be sure to scoop up any wet hair that you can get your hands on. Once you have done that, run the water a little bit to make sure the rest of the hair you missed is washed down the drain.

Tip 5:  Give Fluffy a Treat 

When you trained him/her to sit, did you do so with the help of treats? The answer is probably yes, so make sure you do the same after they take a bath. Once you can get them to associate bathing with their favorite snack, you'll have to beg them to get out of the tub! 

At Nassau County Plumbing & Sewer Rooter, we know how important it is to keep you and your dog clean. But you can't do that without the cooperation of your plumbing. If you are having any plumbing problems, give us a call at 516-874-7937 or visit us on the web!