Complete Guide to Bathing Your Dog!
Use a PVC waterproof collar to say goodbye to odor and skin problems.
As a pet product manufacturer, we understand the frustration of bathing a dog – it’s often a battle between dog and human – the dog struggles, water everywhere, and the lingering odor from a stubbornly clean collar. Proper bathing techniques combined with suitable grooming tools can not only solve these problems but also be key to protecting your dog’s health.
Why does my dog still smell after a bath?
- Residual moisture and bacteria inside collars and leashes: Ordinary collars are difficult to dry completely after being soaked in the shower, making the inside a breeding ground for bacteria.
- Using human shampoo: The normal pH value of human skin is 5.5-5.6, while the normal pH value of canine skin is 6.2-7.4. Human shampoo can damage the natural barrier of a dog’s skin, leading to dry skin, sensitivity, and even hair loss.
Complete Guide to Bathing Your Dog: From Preparation to Drying
Necessary preparations before taking a bath
- Tools needed: pet shampoo (choose according to your dog’s breed), absorbent and quick-drying bath towel, pet bath brush/gloves, pin brush/grooming tool, hair dryer, and treats.
- Tip: Dilute the shower gel with water beforehand and put it in a small bottle. Just pour it in when you’re washing your body, saving time and effort.
2. Pre-bath care:
- Trim your dog’s nails to prevent them from scratching themselves or you when they are stressed.
- Exercising your dog during a walk: Take your dog for some exercise first, so it won’t be too energetic and restless during a bath.
- Combing hair: Start combing from the tail and slowly comb to the roots. First, untangle the knots so that it will be cleaner to wash without pulling or hurting.
Correct bathing steps
1、Wet the fur from bottom to top: Use a small amount of warm water (33-35℃ in summer, 35-38℃ in winter), and slowly wet the dog from bottom to top in the order of “feet → rear end → body → head”. Avoid startling the dog with a sudden jet of water, making it easier for your furry friend to accept the bathing process.
2、Full body wash: Squeeze pet-specific shampoo onto a bath brush or gloves and gently rub it onto the dog’s body. Follow the order of “neck → shoulders → back → chest → waist → buttocks → tail → head”, starting from the torso, limbs, and finally the head.
3、Rinse thoroughly: Make sure all the bubbles are rinsed off and the skin feels smooth to the touch. When rinsing your head, cover your forehead and press your ears down to prevent water and bubbles from entering your ear canals and eyes.
4、Cleaning ears during bathing (optional): After rinsing the body, drop an appropriate amount of ear cleaning solution into the ear canal, massage the base of the ear several times to dissolve the earwax, let the dog shake it out on its own, and then wipe away the dirt from the outer ear with a tissue or cotton.
Key steps after showering
- Dry with a bath towel: Press to absorb water, alternating between the direction of hair growth and against the grain. Do not rub vigorously to avoid frizz and tangles.
- Drying the fur: When using a hairdryer, it is recommended to set it to a low heat setting and keep a distance of about 30 centimeters from the dog. Use alternating cool and warm air to avoid prolonged use of warm air, which may cause burns or discomfort to the skin.
- Reward time: Give it a treat or toy immediately after bathing so it remembers that taking a bath is a good thing.
PVC Waterproof and Odor-Resistant Necklace: A Revolution in Post-Bath Care
Traditional collars often become breeding grounds for bacteria after showering, but the emergence of PVC waterproof and odor-resistant collars has completely solved this problem.
Advantages of PVC material
Completely waterproof: Made of PVC, it is naturally waterproof. You don’t need to remove it when showering; you can wash it directly with a simple rinse.
Odor-proof function: The dense molecular structure prevents bacterial growth, eliminating odors at the source.
Sturdy and durable: The interior is made of aerospace-grade stainless steel wire with a tensile strength of over 200kg, while the exterior is coated with a non-slip and wear-resistant PVC coating, combining flexibility and protection.
Easy to clean: Dirt can be wiped away with a single wipe, keeping the area clean is effortless.
How to choose a safe PVC necklace
1、Weight-bearing capacity: The nominal weight-bearing capacity should be at least three times the pet’s body weight. For example, for an 8kg Beagle, a product with a weight-bearing capacity of ≥24kg should be selected.
2、Buckle Design: The spiral buckle features a double locking mechanism—it needs to be rotated 90° after insertion to lock, effectively preventing accidental detachment caused by the pet twisting.
3、Proper Size: The collar should allow the pet to move freely and be the right size to avoid rubbing against the underarms.
Necklace Cleaning and Maintenance Guide
Daily cleaning: Wipe the surface of the collar with disinfectant wipes after each bath to prevent bacterial growth.
Regular inspection: If the sheath is found to be damaged or the steel wire is exposed, stop using it immediately and do not repair or continue to use it.
Replacement cycle: It is recommended to replace every 6-12 months. If wear or deformation is found, stop using it immediately.
Proper storage: Keep the collar clean and dry, away from heat sources and chemical contaminants, and avoid direct sunlight.
- A proper bathing routine combined with professional grooming tools can comprehensively improve your dog’s quality of life. The advent of PVC waterproof and odor-resistant collars has solved the problem of traditional collars easily generating bacteria and odors in humid environments, keeping your beloved dog clean and healthy at all times.
- As a pet product manufacturer, we firmly believe that attention to detail is essential to creating products that truly improve the quality of life for both pets and their owners. From bathing to daily grooming, every step deserves our professional and dedicated care.
- Hopefully, this guide will help you and your dog enjoy a more pleasant bath time!
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