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. You have to take into account that bathing your dog often is not a good idea. It is bad for your pet's skin. It is advisable to bathe your pet at least once every two months or when needed. Instead of a bath, it is advised that you try to give your dog a shower. To bathe the dog, clean the face using a washcloth. Also, un-groomed dogs can acquire parasites such as ticks and fleas underneath their matted coat. Why is nail clipping important to dogs? What would you feel if you don t cut your nails of your fingers and toes for years? Have you seen the man with the longest fingernails on television? What discomfort would that bring to you being unable to do your daily task with long fingernails? If these two are not sufficient to remove tangles and mats, de-matting tool will certainly do the job. Your dog's ears should be checked periodically. This is especially important if your dog's breed has dropped ears since it is more susceptible to bacterial and fungal infection. Check your dog's ear at least once a week. Ideally, your pet s ears should be checked for about twice a month. An ear that is pale pink in color is a good indication that your dog is free from infection. In case, there's a foul odor in your dog's ears or any change in color means that there s an infection. Next are the teeth. To clean the teeth of your dog, it is suggested that you use a soft bristled pet toothbrush. Dog combs - Untangling accumulated coat from your dog especially on the parts of the ears, tail, and paws could be done with the help of dog combs. Like dog brushes, there are several types of dog combs. You can choose one depending on your dog's needs but the rule stays the same regardless of what type of comb you have.