* Most dogs are happy to be bathed as long as it is done with care. There are some that react badly to the shower so do not keep the pressure too high. Bathing can be done as often as you like provided a good-quality shampoo is used to replenish the natural oils. When bathing a dog always work to a routine to ensure that the job is done thoroughly. 

* Check the water temperature on the inside of your wrist to make sure it is at the body temperature. 

* Prepare the shampoo. 

* Place the dog in the bath (ensure safety by using a rubber mat in the bottom of 
the bath and a bath fastener). 

* Wet the dog thoroughly, keeping the shower head close to the body, starting 
behind the shoulders and working back over the body, down the legs and tail and then finally the head. This method will help with dogs that are nervous because you are not alarming them by going straight around the eyes and ears. Work the water through the coat to ensure total saturation. Take care not to let the water go into the ears or nose. Water in the ear canal can cause irritation. 
 

• Apply shampoo using a sponge as this creates a better lather – the lather shows that the shampoo is working. Begin shampooing at the tail.

• Shampoo the body and undercarriage, the front legs, feet, shoulders and chest and then finally apply the shampoo carefully to the head. Cover the eyes to ensure that no shampoo goes in.


* Rinse the dog from head to tail using your hand to push the suds and water through the coat. It is usually necessary to shampoo a dog twice to ensure that the coat is thoroughly cleaned
* Apply shampoo again in the same way as described above. 

* Rinse thoroughly,l

* Apply conditioner to the coat if appropriate. 

* Rinse thoroughly. 

* Squeeze the excess water from the coat with your hands or use a moisture 
absorbent cloth. 

* Towel dry the dog.
* And that's how its done 


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Grooming is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked

If you have a dog, or are thinking of welcoming a pet dog into your life, it’s important that you know about grooming and bathing care. Bathing and grooming your dog will not only keep them clean and healthy, but you and your home as well.

Some dogs will need to visit a professional groomer, depending on their coat type. Long-haired dogs and those with busy, active lifestyles will need a groom more frequently than shorter-haired dogs or those with inactive lifestyles. For smooth-haired breeds such as Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Jack Russells, or Whippets, it’s not as essential to go to a professional groomer every time. These types of breeds can easily be groomed and bathed at home.

There are many benefits to visiting a good groomer. A professional clip will enhance your dog’s coat and the tools and equipment used are generally better and more high tech.
A good groomer will have knowledge of a breed and the skill to trim a dog to make him look balanced. A professional groomer will be able to enhance the coat for a specific dog so he can look his best. They will use the best shampoos and conditioners and can identify which shampoo would be best to enhance a coat type.”
“Sometimes, people can be blasé when checking their dogs; an experienced groomer may spot something the owner has missed. This could be something as minor as fleas or a lump that’s hard to spot.”

Dog grooming however, is not widely practiced in Nigeria but there are a few professional dog groomers that offer amazing pet grooming. Doggylounge is one of them

Doggylounge offers proffesional pet grooming for a beautiful, clean and hygienic pet.
Our groomers specialize in offering the haircut that suits the needs of your individual pet. We offer a full-range of grooming services to pamper your pet

You and your furry friend will adore their new look!

service includes:
* bath with shampoo & blow dry.
* Special baths & skin therapies
* Dematting and deshedding
* 15-minute brushing.
* Light face trim.
* Nail trim.
* Ear cleaning, hair removal & flushing (if needed)
* Scissoring feet & pad shaving.
* Sanitary trim.
* Anal gland cleaning.

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*appointments are booked by SMS or phone calls (08181240263) ahead of actual grooming day*