Puppy Grooming

By Vic Lee

Staying on top of good health can prevent a lot of disease and heartache.

One way to accomplish this task is to keep your dog clean and groomed. Not only does regular grooming make your puppy look and feel good, but it also helps you discover any ailments before they become serious.

Brushes, nail clippers, toothpaste, cotton balls, these are just some of the items you may use to keep your puppy in tip-top shape.

Of course, the other way to stay on top of your pup's good health is to make sure you join forces with a caring vet who can help your puppy grow into a healthy adult dog.

Puppy grooming involves regular check-ups to your vet, fur care, bathing, nail clipping and overall hygiene. Having a puppy requires a lot of responsibility and ignoring this can cause your puppy to become sick or live a shorter life.

Grooming can be a complete nightmare or a delightful, interactive time with your dog. Whether grooming is a chore or a treat is determined in puppyhood. Keep the first brushing episodes fun, and always end on a positive note by giving your pup a treat or his favorite toy.

Any mindful puppy owner knows that a puppy can't articulate discomfort or dismay. Establishing daily routine checkups not only conditions your puppy to handling but also keeps you aware of anything that runs amiss.

Puppies, like kids, need vaccinations and regular checkups. After you've found a veterinarian you're comfortable with, get out your appointment book and schedule regular visits to ensure that your puppy gets all the protection he needs.

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