When bathing your dog, make sure to use shampoos that are meant for dogs and not for humans. Human shampoos are not designed for dog's skin or coats. Shampoos should provide adequate lather and be easy to rinse. Getting dry is the best part of the bath. You can blow dry or use a big towel to dry your pet. Dogs with wiry coat have dense, stiff hair that require daily grooming. This will prevent matt build up. Short coat dogs - German Shepherds and Welsh Corgis - require at least twice a week of brushings. Dogs of these kinds may have straight surface, thick hair combined with downy, profuse, and water resistant hair near the skin. Your dog should have its own comb, brush, de-matting tool, and nail clippers. You should also invest of dog shampoo, dog conditioner, and dog toothpaste. Although you have some initial cash outs, it is actually cheaper in the long run since you don t have to visit dog grooming shop and spend for the services they give to your dog twice or more each month. It is suggested that you clean the face with a sponge or washcloth. 2. Brushing. Brushing your dog's coat regularly is essential to keep the coat free from dirt and any infection. Experts recommend that you brush the coat by gently brushing at the head first, then down to the tail and legs. Follow the hair growth in brushing. Together with the clipper, you also need mini bottle of blood-clotting powder. Proper Nail Cutting: In trimming the nails of your pet, have someone to sit beside you. Gently place his paws in your hands while slowly pulling them forward. If in case your pet doesn't like to be handled that way, get acquainted with him/her by giving praise and treats. People sometimes use their shampoo on their pets thinking that it s just right especially those people who want spend less in grooming their dogs. Remember the skin of your dog is different from yours. Using a human shampoo on your pet might cause dryness to their skin. When you have taken into account all these things, you can now start changing the grooming habits of your pet.