Labrador grooming: Why it’s Necessary
Many dog owners assume that when they purchase a Labrador Retriever that they won’t have to spend time grooming him/her. They quickly find out that they are mistaken. While it is true that Labrador Retrievers do not require as much grooming as a longer-haired breeds, there is still some grooming required.
There are several reasons dog owners need to spend time grooming their Labrador Retrievers. The first reason is their dog’s health. Regular Labrador grooming sessions will alert a dog owner to any lumps, bumps, scrapes, cuts and infections that the dog may have developed, in most cases the owner will be able to feel these things before they see them. Both the Labrador and the owner will find that regular grooming sessions will strengthen the bond between them. Time spent grooming will improve the dog’s overall obedience and patience.
You will find that your grooming sessions are more enjoyable if you don’t have to spend an hour trying to track down your grooming equipment. Try to keep your grooming supplies in one place. You’ll find that a small rubber container is an excellent way to keep your dog’s grooming supplies in one place. The equipment that should be stored in your Labrador’s grooming kit includes nail clippers, a bristle brush, a shorthaired rake and a narrow and wide toothed comb. You should bear in mind that you have all of these grooming items in case you need them and that just because you have them doesn’t mean you have to use them every time you groom you Labrador. In most instances when you groom your Labrador you’ll find that the only items you’ll use are the bristle brush and the shorthaired rake. The rake will remove the dead hairs from the dog’s body and the bristle brush will use the natural oils found in the dog’s skin to give the coat a healthy shine.
When they are grooming Labrador’s many dog owner forget about their dog’s ears and nails. Whenever the dog’s nails start to get long the owner will have to trim them. It is important to make sure that you don’t trim the nails to short. If your Labrador has white nails you can easily see the bloodline, the place where the nail turns pink. If the dog has dark nails you may want to take just a tiny bit of the nail off at a time. If you have never trimmed the nails before you’ll want to have a professional dog groomer or veterinarian help you the first time.
The ears are another important part of Labrador grooming. The breed seems to be susceptible to developing ear infections that are partly cause by the build up of dead skin, wax and dirt on the inside of the ear flap. The best way to prevent an ear infection from starting is to take a warm, moist, washcloth and wipe the residue from the flesh. It doesn’t have to be done everyday, just a couple of times a week.
Brushing the dog before bathing and using a mild soap will make life easier when grooming the Labrador requires a bath. Bathing is an essential part of Labrador grooming. Staying patient is the key to grooming your Labrador puppy. The right Labrador grooming supplies is the key to successful grooming.
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