Pre-Training Checklist: All Tools Needed
In order to train your dog to handle the groomers, you’ll need a few things that simulate the experiences they will have at the groom shop. Luckily, you don’t have…
Overview of Groom Training Course
Is your dog afraid of the groomers? Does your groomer say things like, “Angel wasn’t very nice today,” or “I couldn’t cut Bailey’s nails this time. He was too wiggly!”…
How Often Should You Cut Your Dog’s Nails to Shorten the Quick?
When I worked as a dog groomer, short nails were my obsession. It’s one of the most important parts of dog grooming—and also the part customers complain about the most.…
How To Trim Black Dog Nails
Many people find their dog’s black colored nails a barrier to doing their own trims at home. This is because the solid color of the nails doesn’t let you see…
How To Brush a Short Haired Chihuahua
There are going to be two camps of people who read this article. “Why would I bother brushing my short-haired dog? He’s practically bald!” and the other camp, hair tumble…
Flea Protection for Dogs Under 5 Pounds
One good look at the options for flea protection out there, and you would think the smallest dog in the world was 5 pounds. Those of us who own chihuahuas…
Why Nail Trims Matter
At the time of this writing, we have almost a dozen articles on nail trims here on our blog. Nail trims are important to me, because when I worked as…
What To Do When Your Dog Breaks Their Nail
We’ve talked about how to cut your dog’s nails in the past, shorten the length of the nail, and stop bleeding if you’ve quicked a nail. What do you do…
How to Round Your Dog’s Nails
It’s summer time, and that means it’s time for bare legs. It also means remembering just how sharp our dog’s nails can be. If you’re saying “Youch!” Every time your…
