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? Same thing goes with your dog. If your dog has long nails, it could not run well. They could even hurt themselves. Make sure that nail cutting is part of your dog' grooming routine will keep your dogs active. Getting an electric clipper will help you cut those hard nails away without putting on much effort. Besides, your dog will not get too impatient waiting for you to finish. 2. Doggie toothpaste and toothbrush. The toothpaste and toothbrush you are using is not suitable for your dog. So never attempt to use them for your pet. And many dog owners like you would think that they can do a better job grooming their own pet themselves. However, one problem arises from this. A large portion of dog owners may think they can groom their dogs properly but lack the necessary skills in executing it the right way. This leaves them no choice but to go back to professional dog groomers and spend money for every visit. 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. Being aware of proper dental caring for your dog will prevent any future pain and mishaps later on. 4. Caring for the nails. Once you notice that your dog's nails are longer, it is time to trim them down. Remember that long nails are more liable to germs and bacteria. Since your dog is always going off and searching for things, their nails can incur unwanted dirt dangerous not only to them but to you also. These ear mites might be susceptible to many medications and it is infectious and can cause harsh infection in your dog's ears. Gums and teeth are common problem in dogs. Approximately 80% of dogs that are over the age of 3 suffer from periodontal disease which is essentially a serious weakening of gums.