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conditioner into it (a show horse detan- gler works well). Ears. Red, painful, inflamed ears
or dark, tarry goo inside an ear means infection or ear mites; head to a local veterinarian for an appropriate salve or drops. “Breeds like the Maltese or poodles get ear infections from mois- ture held in the ears by too much hair,” explains Diana Immordino, a master groomer with Animal General Hospital, in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. “A profes- sional groomer can show how to gently and safely remove the excess, and advise if a drying powder is needed.” Teeth. Dogs love chicken- or liver-
tips will make cleanup easier—on both sides of the tub. Shedding. Every dog needs a good
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Tips for the Grooming Impaired by Avery Mack
ogs can get into the darned- est messes, and when they do, these head-to-toe grooming
comb-out to remove dead hair. When possible, do this outside, to reduce dan- der or flyaway fur in the house. Use a tool suited to the dog’s coat from a pet store—a brush, comb or saw-toothed
loop to get to the undercoat. Matted Fur. Dog hair can felt up
faster than a wool sweater in hot water. Always comb the mat starting from the end. If it’s especially stubborn, cut the mat lengthwise to separate into two or three pieces before combing. Don’t cut the mat out entirely, which is as notice- able as cutting a wad of bubble gum out of a child’s hair. Move especially difficult mats into the tub and rub a
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flavored toothpaste; using a tempting flavor makes maintaining sparkling clean teeth and a healthy mouth easy to achieve at home. Brushing several times a week will reduce or eliminate the need to sedate the dog for a more costly professional dental cleaning. Feet. Make it a habit to keep fur
trimmed even with the pads, so the dog isn’t slipping on long hair. Trim to make a nice, semicircular paw, as viewed from above. Cavalier King Charles spaniels are the exception to the round paw look. Baths. Have towels and a gentle
shampoo close by. Then bring in the pet and close the bathroom door; it’s easier than chasing a wet dog through the house. Use conditioner for mats only—a
dime-sized blob is enough—not for dog hair overall. Rub it into the mat and let it sit for 15 minutes before combing out the tangle. Small or shorthaired dogs can take
a dip in the bathtub, but large, and/or double-coated breeds are best bathed
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