Winter Wear and Hair Care for your Dog

The cooler seasons present some challenges for Pets and their
owners. Consider this:

Coats, Boots and Sweaters are great items for short haired dogs,
but what about the dogs that have more than a little yet not
enough hair to keep warm?

BEWARE of the DOG! (Hair knots and matting that is.)

If you choose some sort of winter wear for your four legged
friend, please note that there are a few cautions you need to
heed. Wearing clothes will make a dogs hair mat, knot up, dry
out the skin and can generate static electricity in the the hair
(causing even more knotting and those nasty little static
shocks).

Remove the clothing when you bring your dog indoors and brush or
comb out immediately. It is helpful to use a hair moisturizing
spray (Your pet supply store should carry an assortment of
“leave in” conditioners or moisturizers) although plain water
applied in a fine mist will be sufficient. Apply just enough to
keep the static down as you brush or comb.

If your dog spends extended periods outside in his coat or
sweater you may find hair matting has already formed. Should
these mats be too difficult to work out gently your best course
of action would be to have a groomer “spot shave” the problem
area.

A GREAT IDEA!

A preventive measure would be to have your dog groomer cut the
body hair very short (not the legs, tail or rear and ears)
including under the legs and get a few outfits for the dog.
Enjoy the winter season in style! Your worries about matting and
comfort will be eliminated! You will want to continue your
normal hair care routine, but no more hassle of brushing your
buddy before he mats. Not to worry about your dogs comfort
indoors- if you keep your home warm enough for yourself it will
be warm enough for your pet too!

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