Regular dog care

Regular dog care

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  Looking after your dog's teeth

  Your dog's dental health is very important. Your dog's teeth and gums are as vulnerable to disease as your own, and dental problems are the most commonly diagnosed health condition in all dogs over the age of three. Healthy gums and teeth are the first step towards ensuring your dog gets the most out of his food.

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  Grooming your dog

  Grooming isn't just about making your dog look good. Keeping your dog’s coat in order can sometimes be a difficult job especially when clipping, trimming and bathing are involved.

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  Grooming your puppy

  Grooming isn't just about making your puppy look good. Regular care removes dead hair, keeps the coat and skin healthy, and gives you the opportunity to check your pup's general health. It's also important time spent together, building your relationship, trust and understanding. There's even scientific evidence that grooming sessions reduce stress and blood pressure - for both of you!

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  Bath time for dogs

  As a rule, animals generally benefit from baths only when they are dirty, but for dogs, a cool rinsing or a swim can do a lot of good, particularly in hot weather. The sooner you get your dog used to bathing the better, so integrate bathing into a puppy's routine. Be careful, though: too much bathing will actually strip your dog's coat of its natural oils.

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  Looking after your dog's claws

  Most young to adult dogs rarely if ever need their nails trimmed. Walking on hard surfaces, such as the pavement, will naturally wear down the nails. However, untrimmed nails can break, bleed or even grow into the feet, causing the animal a lot of discomfort. You need to be shown how to correctly clip your dog’s claws to avoid causing damage to the nail and pain to your dog, so always consult your vet/vet nurse before attempting to clip your dog’s claws at home.

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  The importance of regular vet check-ups

  Even if you keep a close eye on your dog's health, an annual visit to the vet for a thorough check up means extra peace of mind. Apart from helping identify any newly emerging problems before they become serious, regular health assessments will give you the chance to keep your dog's vaccinations up-to-date, accurately weigh your dog and find out more about any issues that may be worrying you.

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  General dog health tips

  Prevention is always better than cure and your dog's health and wellbeing is no exception! Every month you should check your dog carefully and systematically for possible early signs of illness. Just remember that some dogs are very good at hiding ill health or pain, so you need to be vigilant.

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