Grooming Flashcards
(10 cards)
What are the examples of the three most frequently used brushes?
Shredding brush, bristle brush, slicker brush
What are the three factors that determine what type of shampoo should be used on a dog?
A dog‘s coat, all allergies (if any), and personal preference
What is the technique for brushing a dog?
While brushing a dog with a double coat, using a brush, the handler inspects the dog skin by lifting and moving the
Loosen dead hair by rubbing against the grain of the hair with the fingertips at the same time expose the skin for inspection and loosen dead hair. The undercoat should be soft and slightly oily, and the skin clear of infections, sores, and lacerations.
Brush against the hairs grain with a stiff bristle brush to remove dead hair and dirt. While performing this step, continue to watch for sores and lacerations.
Brush with the grain of the hair to remove dead hair and dirt. This will also return the hair to its natural position.
Depending on the condition of the dogs coat during regular coat and undercoat maintenance, the step should be used at peak shedding times it should be included. Using the shredding brush gently rake the dogs coat. Start against the grain, then go with the grain several times it will remove the buildup hair.
Now, stroke the dogs coat with the grain, using the palms of the hands feel for bumps or cyst, not noticed during visual inspection. Remove matted hair with a cone. This action will bring the dogs, natural body oil to the surface, coat, the hair, and act as a water repellent.
Techniques for washing a dog
Wet the dog all over from head to tail top to bottom.
Start at the highest points and work downward, apply a generous amount of selected shampoo directly to coat or on hand.
Work shampoo into the dog coat and a gentle massaging motion, then scrub with fingertips, you may need to add water while performing this.
Thoroughly wash all areas and then give a final rinse to ensure the removal of all shampoo.
Dry with a towel then use a blower, or with a blower first and then use a towel. The dryer blower will help remove dead hair and give a dog coat a more finished look.
Get them as dry as possible.
Techniques for clipping nails.
Place the dog paw in the weak hand. Place the first digit of that paw between the thumb and four finger.
Press the digit between the two fingers to expose the nail to cut.
Placed that nail in the cutting device or against the grinder.
Cut or grind a little at a time. Cut no more than 1/8 of an inch at a time.
Move to the next nail and repeat steps one through four until all nails are complete.
Note: cut a little every 3 to 7 days; the quick will proceed to allow the nails to be cut, shorter without hurting the dog.
How often should you brush a dog?
At least twice per week
How often should you wash a dog?
Wash the dog at least once a month but no more than twice a month
How often should you clip a dog’s nails?
Once every 3 to 7 days until quick receipts and nails are at a manageable length, then switch to cutting at washing times.
How do you clean a dog’s ears?
Inspect ears
Add ear wash
Massage ear wash in
Wipe out solution in a circular motion
What is the best preventative health measure a handler or trainer can take with their dog?
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