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About dogs
I want to keep it clean.
Every owner should think so.
So this time,
Introducing familiar care methods.
With care that holds down the knack, the dog's
Let's keep clean and healthy!
What is the role of brushing?
Brushing not only prepares the hair, but also promotes blood circulation and massage, which is essential for maintaining the health of the skin and hair. You can check for changes in your body while brushing, which increases your chances of noticing signs of illness early. Make a brushing habit that doubles as a skinship with your dog.
Why you need a dog's nail clippers
The claws of dogs and cats grow like humans, but unlike cats, dogs do not cut their claws by themselves. If your nails are stretched, you may slip or fall and your gait may not be stable, which may cause damage to your joints and lower back. You can also get stuck in a paw, get caught in something and break, come off, or get injured.
Try to cut your nails as much as you can.
Dog Salon Polaris
To Yosuke Hoshi, the owner trimmer
Brushing at home
I asked you about the points of nail clippers.
Supervision
Dog salon Polaris
Owner trimmer Yosuke Hoshi
He has been involved in dog shows since he was a student, learning knowledge and techniques such as the origin and essence of dog breeds.
We specialize in Miniature Schnauzer and Terrier breeds.
Basic brushing items and how to choose
1Slicker
It unravels and loosens entangled hair bundles and pills, and removes waste hair, hair loss, and excess undercoat (soft hair close to the skin).
This item is recommended as the first item for owners who are welcoming their dog for the first time.
2Comb
After brushing, check for tangles and pills and use to straighten the coat.
3Pin brush
Suitable for long-haired dogs and long-haired breeds. It is also used in places where the hair is 7 to 8 cm or more, such as the ears and tail.
4Polished
brush
It is mainly used to polish the back of short-haired dogs and short-haired breeds (Labrador retrievers, French bulldogs, beagles, etc.).
5rubber
brush
It is used to prevent hair loss in dogs with short coats and short-haired breeds (Labrador retrievers, French bulldogs, beagles, etc.).
For short-haired breeds (Labrador Retrievers, French Bulldogs, Beagles, etc.), the first one is a rubber brush.
How to brush
～ Preparation ～
Check the strength of the slicker
First, apply a slicker to a place with thin skin, such as the inside of your arm, and check the strength. Get a sense of strength that doesn't hurt.
The sharp tip of the slicker will hurt your dog's skin if you use too much force.
POINT
Instead of squeezing the slicker, hold it with just enough force to support it with a few fingers. The trick is to always keep the state where you don't put any effort. Check from time to time to make sure you're not overdoing it while brushing.
For a posture that is easy to brush
It's OK if the dog is relaxed and the owner is in a position that makes it easy to brush. If you can't stay still, you can limit your range of activity with a walking lead.
POINT
Brushing spray prevents static electricity and friction, and makes it easier to untangle hair. Spray directly on the hair and spray at a distance of 40 to 50 cm so that it spreads evenly throughout the body.
How to brush
～ Practice ～
STEP 1
Body → limbs → neck circumference
Brushing along the hair flow
First, start from a place where there is little resistance even if you touch it. Comb the hair bundles, making sure to scrape them "little by little" from the roots of the hair. If you find a tick, don't try to force it and go to the hospital.
There is a nipple from the chest to the tummy, so try to avoid touching the skin as much as possible. The front and rear legs are the easiest to get dirty, so check carefully.
STEP 2
Finish with a comb
Prepare around the face
After combing with a slicker, finish with a comb. Just like a slicker, arrange it along the hair flow.
Be careful when combing around your face. Do not force the pills and be careful not to hit the comb with your eyes. Hold your face firmly and fix it.
Brushing points
It is NG to try to force yourself when you get caught!
If you pull it, the hair will come off and your dog will feel pain. Don't pull it forcibly
Please untie the place where you get caught with a slicker.
Places that are prone to pilling and tangles
Pills are likely to form on the back and sides of the ears, at the base of the foot, at the base of the tail, and at the tip of the foot.
The areas where your body is easily rubbed are the points to watch out for for pills, so be aware of this when brushing.
If you find a pill or tangle
When you find a pill, loosen it with your finger and brush it little by little with a slicker brush. Let's unwind in various directions around the pill.
Points of pill processing
It is safer to avoid cutting or tearing pills as they can lead to injury. Let's leave the pills that are too big to handle to a professional.
The most important thing is to make brushing a habit and prevent it!
When to cut your nails?
Ideally, you should be able to check it regularly, about once every two weeks.
Children who take a walk often have their nails scraped on the ground, so please find the timing of the check according to your lifestyle.
However, only the thumb claw (wolf claw) does not touch the ground, so it is necessary to cut the child who often takes a walk.
The guideline for the length is that the tip of your nails does not touch the floor when you stand on your limbs. If you hear a click when walking on the floor or your nails get caught on the carpet, it's time to cut your nails.
Before cutting your nails
Points to keep in mind
Blood vessels pass through the dog's claws halfway. If you look closely at the white nails, you can see that the blood vessels are transparent and pink. You can cut it up to the front of the blood vessel.
If you cut it too much, it will bleed and your dog will feel pain, so be careful.
How to cut nails
～ Preparation ～
Get ready to cut your nails
Basically, the dog is standing and his legs are raised back and forth to cut. For small dogs, the position to lay the dog on his lap is also stable.
When raising and cutting your legs, be careful not to lift your legs too much so that your balance does not become unstable.
POINT
Keep your dog's face away from the hand holding the nail clippers. Hold it in a safe position, such as by gently fixing it with your elbows.
How to cut nails
～ Practice ～
STEP 1
At the base of the nail
Gently press and put out your nails
Hold your foot and gently press the base of your nails to pull out your nails. For dogs with long hair, also scrape the hair around the nails so that the hair does not get caught or entangled in the nail clippers.
STEP 2
Don't pinch it all the way
Grab it small and drop the corner
The impact of cutting the claws is unpleasant for dogs. Instead of trying to cut it short in one go, cut off the corners by pinching the tip of the nail a little. The image is like chamfering little by little in several steps so that the corners of both ends of the nail are rounded.
STEP 3
Finish with a file
After cutting all the nails, sand the finish so that the cut section is smooth. When sanding, hold the base of your nails firmly so that your nails do not wobble.
Nail clippers with black nails have a high difficulty level!
Black nails are more difficult than white nails because you can't see the pink blood vessels. If you're worried, it's a good idea to file it down and ask a professional to cut your nails.
Nail clipper points
If you don't know the blood vessels, or if you feel uneasy about how they stretch or cut too much, you can cut them frequently and cut them little by little to maintain the proper length.
But don't overdo it!
Nail clippers Q & A
What if blood comes out?
Apply clean tissue or cotton to stop bleeding
If you press for 1-2 minutes, it usually stops. You can stop the blood faster with a hemostat.
I really hate it ...
Go to your hospital without overdoing it
If you forcibly hold down the dog you dislike, you will lose the relationship of trust. Don't overdo it, let's talk at a veterinary clinic.
By holding down the points, you can accumulate a little daily care
It will help protect your dog's health. With care that doubles as a skinship,
I hope you can make a habit of interacting with your dog!