Frequent grooming of your pet dog with a comb or brush will help to keep his hair in good condition. Brushing removes dirt, preventing tangles, spreading natural oils throughout the dog’s coat while keeping clean his skin free of irritants. Also, it is a good opportunity to check his hair for fleas and flea dirt. These are little black specks in your pet’s hair indicating that he is hosting a thriving flea population.
Dogs With Short, Smooth Coats
A dog with a short, smooth coat like the Boxer, Chihuahua, or Basset Hound, just needs a weekly brush. A rubber brush will suffice to remove dead skin and dirt. Then, you can follow up with a bristle brush to get rid of loose or dead hair. Use a chamois cloth to polish and shine his coat.
Dogs With Short, Dense Fur
If your pet dog happens to have short, dense fur like the retriever, you can brush his fur once a week to remove loose hair and keep the hair coat clean and shiny.
Any sign of skin and/or hair coat problem should warrant a visit to your veterinary clinic Roanoke, VA.
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