Dog toothpaste is available widely on dog supply shops. You may also want to seek for veterinarian's help on cleaning your dog's teeth. Coat For different types of breed, frequency of brushing and trimming varies. For dogs with long, thick, coarse or straight coat, daily brushing and frequent trimming is required. The two designs come in different sizes to comply with every dog size and age. Dog clipper and blades For some, dog grooming means having dog clipper and blades. In fact, god owners love to talk about their clipper for it signifies that they maintain the grooming of their dogs. Some dog clippers have permanent blades while some have changeable ones. And prices depend on the service they offer. There are shops that charge cheap and there are those that charge a lot. Depending on your budget, you should decide where to take your dog. Price, however, is a great determiner if the dog grooming shop is good or not. But this does not mean that if one shop charges small fee, it serves bad. This is a definite no-no if you want to maintain the glory of dog's coat. Take note that the ingredients present in soaps are not the same as the ingredients in shampoos. In addition, soaps might cause irritation. In thinking that you had saved, you will end up paying more if ever your pet needs to be treated. 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. Steadily shorten one nail. Stop before you get to the pick. It stretches as a healthcare. Humans brush their teeth. They take a bath at least once a day. They comb their hairs, cut their nail, and visit salons, spa, and parlors for grooming. Humans do these things to keep their body clean and healthy. But imagine all these removed from their routine. Can you see the picture?