To achieve a beautiful and stylish look for your dog, it's essential to bathe them before getting a haircut. Bathing and blow-drying the fur straight makes for a much better cut. If you were to cut their hair first and then bathe them, the cut wouldn't be as even, and you'd likely need to trim it again after the bath. Professional groomers in pet salons always bathe a dog before cutting their hair. This prevents any debris from damaging their scissors.
A dog's fur is very important to them. Just like human hair, it needs regular grooming and trimming. Otherwise, it can severely affect the dog's appearance. Most pet groomers love dogs and understand their behavior. They know how to get them to cooperate during a haircut. They make the grooming process a positive experience for the dogs, ensuring they understand that it's beneficial rather than harmful.
Things to Note When Bathing and Grooming Your Dog
1. Bathing before a haircut is crucial. Otherwise, the fur will be difficult to cut smoothly and the haircut will be uneven. Cutting fur before a bath leaves lots of bacteria and debris, especially when shaving, which can get on the skin and scissors. A pre-cut bath is essential for cleanliness.
2. Use lukewarm water. Cold or hot water will irritate their skin. When bathing, gently massage the skin with your fingers rather than using your nails. It's best to use a mite-killing shampoo for better results. It is also important to bring your own shampoo and towel. Pet salon water tanks, tools, and towels are often communal, and if not disinfected properly can lead to infections. By bringing your own supplies, you minimize the risk of your dog catching a disease.
3. Use professional pet grooming scissors and have a skilled groomer do the cut. This prevents damage to the hair follicles. This will keep the dog's new fur healthy and shiny.
4. The paws are the most challenging area to cut, especially the top of the paws where the skin is thin and rich in capillaries. Avoid shaving this area to prevent injury. Dogs also often use the fur around their paws to wash their face, so shaving it off would make facial cleaning difficult. Be mindful of sensitive areas and avoid causing harm to your dog during grooming. Take extra care when dealing with areas such as the armpits, between the toes, the abdomen, and the anal region.