Professional dog
grooming supplies
If you acquire a small puppy that will need quite a bit of grooming, you can consider buying the basics professional dog grooming supplies to be able to do it yourself at home. This can be a little more expensive at the beginning because you need quite a bit of professional dog grooming supplies, but it is a one shot spending mostly. If you count how much it would cost you to go to the groomer with your dog a few times a year for lets say 10-12 years... it quickly adds up!
Here is a list of grooming supplies you might need to do your own dog grooming at home. Of course, the tools needed will vary with the breed of dog you own.
Professional dog grooming supplies #1 : Pet nail clipper (small and large)
Pet nail clippers comes in various sizes s you have to buy one that will suits your dog breed.
Professional dog grooming supplies #2 : Scissors
Scissors will be useful if your dog has long hair. No need to buy that if you own a Boxer! (but hey..you are clever enough to know that I think!).
Professional dog grooming supplies #3 : Clipper
Same thing goes for the clipper. If you have a dog that needs to be shaved, it is a very good tool to have. And it is better not to use the same one you use to shave people heads in your family!
Professional dog grooming supplies #4 : dental brush (finger or brush) with toothpaste
You dog teeth's are extremely important. If you don't take good care of them, as your dog gets older, they will have a hard time to eat properly. So, to avoid that, make sure you brush your dog's teeth every once in a while. If you have a small dog, there is a neat little thing you can buy : It is a toothbrush you put on your fingertip. Very easy to use.
Remember to combine the brushing with dental bones now and then, and also let your dog play with a good quality rope. It will act like dental floss!
Professional dog grooming supplies #5 : Perfume
Ok this is not a vital professional dog grooming supplies! But it is nice to have a good smelling dog don't you think? Just make sure you buy appropriate dog perfume. Don't try your own Coco Channel on your pooch please!
Professional dog grooming supplies #6 : Brush, comb, Zoom Groom
Brushes and combs are important tools that you need to use daily, so it is one of the most essential tool. I also like the Zoom Groom. It is made of rubber, and it brushes the coat and gives a massage to your dog at the same time. Excellent for dogs like Golden Retrievers, for example.
Professional dog grooming supplies #7 : Shampoo and conditioners
A lot of people think they can use their own shampoo and conditioner to wash their dog. That is a big mistake. Dogs have a sensitive skin and it is essential to use appropriate shampoo to clean them. Also make sure you don't give them a bath too often.
Professional dog grooming supplies #8 : Treats
This helps a lot keeping the dog calm during the whole process!
Professional dog grooming supplies #9 : Grooming table
This might not be necessary if your dog only need a little brushing. But if you need to actually cut your dog's hair, I recommend using a table. You will have you dog at the right height to work on it, and it will not be able to move. A lot safer for both of you!
Professional dog grooming supplies #10 : Dog bows and bandanas
For small breeds, little decorative bows are often used once the dog is groomed. For larger dog, you can buy cute bandanas instead of bows. Of course, these professional dog grooming supplies are totally optional!
Professional dog grooming supplies #11 : Grooming guides
Ok, this might be the wisest professional dog grooming supplies you will need! You don't want to start cutting your dog's coat just like that you want to learn first how to do it, no? So maybe a little guide book, a "how to groom my own dog" book would be a very wise buy.
