| Short-haired dog breeds have many advantages over | | | | Remember that successful training means frequent |
| long-haired breeds. One of these is that short-haired | | | | rewards. Give your dog a treat after the first |
| dog breeds do not shed as much hair. While a | | | | brushing is complete. Increase the length of the |
| shaggier coat makes a dog look fluffier and | | | | brushing sessions little by little to allow the dog to get |
| aesthetically more pleasing, it should be remembered | | | | used to it.- Brushing is also important before giving |
| that more hair means more time spent on bathing | | | | your dog a bath. Wet matted hair is only going to |
| and grooming. Short-hairs are also good because | | | | create problems later on, so make sure there is no |
| pests can not hide on them very well, so they are | | | | matted hair before proceeding with the bath. Water |
| better from a hygienic point of view.Here are some | | | | and good shampoo in a sink works great for small |
| grooming tips for short-haired dog breeds.- Brush | | | | dogs. Note that shampoos used by humans are not |
| your dog regularly, preferably at least once a day. | | | | good for dogs and can cause irritation that might |
| Make sure to brush against the hair growth direction | | | | require medication. Start with the tail and wash the |
| to monitor for pests.- Stainless steel combs are best | | | | head the last. No one likes soap in his or her eyes.- |
| for short-haired dogs. Slicker brushes are better for | | | | Rinse as many times as required to make sure that |
| medium to long-haired dogs. Use a flea comb during | | | | all residual shampoo has been rinsed out of the dog's |
| the summer days to make certain your dog has not | | | | coat.- Short-haired dog breeds will naturally dry of |
| attracted those parasites. A bristle brush can be a | | | | faster. Usually a gentle towel rub is all that they need. |
| final touch for adding gloss to the dog's coat.- In case | | | | Longer haired dogs need more attention and you |
| you dog has a tendency to avoid being brushed | | | | should consider brushing the hair while it is drying to |
| because of dislike for the process, it might be a good | | | | avoid tangles.- If your dog tends to dislike baths then |
| idea to try brushing immediately after play time. Start | | | | remember to reward it with a treat after each |
| gently by brushing in the hair growth direction. | | | | bathing session. |