Grooming Procedures

Brushing and Preparation

100

Brushing

Thoroughly to remove tangles, dirt, and excess fur.

200

Check Ears

For dirt or gunk

300

Trim the nails

To prevent discomfort

400

Clean Eyes

To remove discharge

500

Clean teeth

To remove excess food

Bathing

100

Shampooing

Lather from neck down

200

Water

Luke warm water, not on high 

300

Risning

Do not wet ears, do away from head, get all soap off.

400

Drying

Remove excess water, wring out paws and long fur, get underbelly thoroughly with towel

500

Blowdrying

Low heat setting, away from head, until fully dry

Brushes

100

FURminator

remove loose undercoat and dead hair from pet's coat

200

Slicker Brush

Remove tangles, mats, loose hair, and debris from coats of dogs

300

Pin brush

To detangle and smooth medium to long or curly coats

400

Bristle brush

to remove loose hair, dirt, and dander

500

Rubber brush

To gently remove loose hair, dirt, and debris