Along with this is the fact that you should invest on tools and dog supply that your dog needs to maintain a healthy living. Tools such as toenail clippers, brushes, combs, de-matting tools, dryers, shampoo and conditioner, flea removal and dog food among other things. Allocating a budget and investing on these things is very important in dog grooming and keeping your dog healthy. If you do not have all the time to spare to bond with your pet, you can make up for it during grooming times. It will not take more than 2 hours of your day to do this. For your pet, that time is worth more. Grooming your dog should not become a burden to you. It should be a task that you should enjoy doing. Use a dog shampoo that is appropriate for your pet. A baby shampoo or herbal shampoo can also be used. Rinse your pet with lukewarm water. Don t spray water on his face. Dry your dog using a towel or hair dryer. Overall, proper grooming of your dogs is of the essence. It has a great influence on the health of your pet. It means maintaining a well-groomed body starting from the ears, nails, teeth, and coat to keep disease and other forms of harm away from your dog. Here, dog food and nice shelter is not what your dog needs. What you dog needs are dog-grooming supplies especially made for them. Starting off with dog shampoo. For dogs with long, thick, coarse or straight coat, daily brushing and frequent trimming is required. Dogs with smooth coat require weekly brushing. They can be washed occasionally. Dogs with this type of coat are Dachshunds, Labradors, and Dobermans. They tend to be some of the easiest dogs to groom. Some dog clippers have permanent blades while some have changeable ones. It depends on you, however, to choose between the two. Scissors and trimmers To keep your dog in-style, dog scissor is a must. There are several types of dog scissors available: curved shears, straight shears, thinning shears, and blunt-tipped shears.