When grooming your dog, it’s essential to use pet-specific scissors or clippers. Start trimming after your dog has had a bath and is in a calm mood. First, shorten the hair with scissors, you can place a comb under the scissors as a guide, then use clippers to trim, being careful not to shave it completely, leaving a layer of hair will help ensure an even cut. The specific order can be from head to tail or body to head, depending on your dog's state.
4 Helpful Tips for Dog Grooming
1. Before trimming, brush your dog's hair. Brushing removes dirt, dead hair, and allows you to check for skin issues. First, use a pin brush to brush against the direction of the hair, then use a metal comb to comb through layer by layer.
2. After brushing, rinse your dog with dog-specific shampoo. Keep the water temperature around 35 degrees Celsius. Rinse off the shampoo thoroughly, towel dry, and then rinse again. After cleaning, dry the fur quickly to avoid colds. After brushing and bathing, the dog’s fur should be clean, creating a good base for trimming.
3. The trimming sequence should depend on your dog's state. If your dog is calm and cooperative, you can start from anywhere. If your dog is very resistant, have one person hold the dog while another does the trimming. In this case, you may want to start with the body and move to the head once your dog is more comfortable. Use scissors to shorten the hair, ensuring they are vertical and not pointing directly at the dog’s body to avoid injuries. Then, use clippers for a smooth finish, leaving some hair for skin protection.
4. There are two areas that require special attention: the anal area and the paw pads. Trimming the anal hair is essential; long hair around the anus can trap feces and breed bacteria. Use small scissors to trim around the anus, making a circle with a radius of 2-3 centimeters. The paw pads are also crucial. The spaces between the paw pads can grow long hair. Untrimmed paw hair can cause dogs to slip. Long hair here can also breed bacteria. Trim it as short as possible using small scissors. Always stabilize the paw to avoid injuries.