Thus, making sure that your dog receives a regular brushing of teeth will prevent this from happening. To further keep the chances low, have vets check your dog's teeth periodically. Why is coat brushing important to dogs? If for you, combing your hair is important, what more to your dog? Fur covers the entire body of your dog while your hair only covers the top of your head. Different breeds of dogs require different types of grooming. Dogs with more hair require a frequent grooming to avoid hair tangles and matting. Ears Dog's ears are usually prone to infection and should be checked and cleaned regularly. Ear infection can be caused by long hair blocking the passage of air and creating a buildup of not only wax but also dirt and debris. For tangles and mats, use brushes and combs. There are different kinds of dog brushes and combs. 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. Dog's nails must not grow too long. Dogs would have problem as they shift their weight when they walk. Remove only the end part of your dog's nails. If you accidentally trimmed too far and start to bleed, apply pressure to the point of the nail. To be able to do the proper grooming of dogs, there are some schools that offer a dog grooming. The task for you then is to weigh the service, facilities, staff skills and expertise, and location to pinpoint your particular shop. The second is by grooming your dog on your own. Grooming your dog should be done carefully and properly. You should know the right way on how to groom your particular dog since different dog breeds should require different approach and grooming frequency. If there's an unpleasant smell, black/red skin, consult the veterinarian immediately. Dampen a cotton with lukewarm water or oil. Make use of it to clean the entire canal and flaps. Be careful in cleaning, do not go too extremely into the canal. 4. Teeth - your pets can also get cavities and build up periodontal disease if their teeth will not be properly brushed.