{"id":8783,"date":"2019-01-18T07:38:55","date_gmt":"2019-01-18T12:38:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=8783"},"modified":"2019-01-18T07:38:55","modified_gmt":"2019-01-18T12:38:55","slug":"the-dog-owners-guide-to-home-dog-grooming-equipment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/the-dog-owners-guide-to-home-dog-grooming-equipment","title":{"rendered":"The Dog Owner&#8217;s Guide to Home Grooming Equipment"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; class=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Are you a proud new owner of a dog? If you\u2019re a first-time owner or have a different breed than you\u2019re used to, you\u2019ve come to the right place. You may have seen numerous dogs being groomed on TV and think you can probably wing it\u2014but please don\u2019t!<\/p>\n<p>Just as every person is different, so is every dog. Between your dog\u2019s temperament, familiarity with the grooming process, and breed standards, you\u2019ve got a lot to study!<\/p>\n<p>Thankfully, the grooming tools out there are pretty sophisticated these days. There are beginner-friendly variants of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/05\/groomers-guide-whats-included-free-dog-grooming-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">professional dog grooming equipment<\/a> to help fresh-faced owners like you take care of your dog. Today, we\u2019re going to cover which tools you should invest in for your home dog grooming kit and which ones you should leave to the professionals!<\/p>\n<p>Keep reading!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/the-dog-owners-guide-to-home-dog-grooming-equipment\/#Dog_brush_%E2%80%93_Essential\" >Dog brush \u2013 Essential<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/the-dog-owners-guide-to-home-dog-grooming-equipment\/#Dog_bathtub_%E2%80%93_Skip\" >Dog bathtub \u2013 Skip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/the-dog-owners-guide-to-home-dog-grooming-equipment\/#Dog_nail_clippers_%E2%80%93_Your_choice\" >Dog nail clippers \u2013 Your choice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/the-dog-owners-guide-to-home-dog-grooming-equipment\/#Grooming_Table_%E2%80%93_Skip\" >Grooming Table \u2013 Skip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/the-dog-owners-guide-to-home-dog-grooming-equipment\/#Dog_hair_clippers_or_scissors_%E2%80%93_Depends\" >Dog hair clippers or scissors \u2013 Depends!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dog_brush_%E2%80%93_Essential\"><\/span>Dog brush \u2013 Essential<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;8787&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][vc_column_text]Brushing a dog at home is something every dog owner should do between grooming appointments. How often you should brush your dog will depend on their breed. Dogs with silky hair (ex. an <a href=\"https:\/\/afghanhoundclubofamerica.org\/index.php\/information\/grooming\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Afghan Hound<\/a>) that tends to mat demands more attention than a Dalmatian.<\/p>\n<p>You may be wondering why you should bother brushing a dog with a short coat. Well, brushing isn\u2019t just about detangling! When you brush hair, it removes dead hair and stimulates the skin. You\u2019ll stimulate blood circulation and the production of more oil, which will condition the hair for a healthier coat! If your dog is a heavy shedder, you may even want to invest in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/12\/9-holiday-gifts-dog-owners-actually-want-dog-grooming-equipment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">grooming glove<\/a> that catches loose hairs.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; class=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dog_bathtub_%E2%80%93_Skip\"><\/span>Dog bathtub \u2013 Skip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Professional-quality bathing systems can run you a high bill that won\u2019t be worth the return for an owner. Commercial tubs are generally stainless steel and require plumbing systems that must be purchased separately. Yikes! Not to worry though. You don\u2019t need a commercial bathing tub for your at-home baths! Place a non-slip mat in your own tub at home and you\u2019re good to go![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;8792&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; class=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]The number of times you\u2019ll bathe your dog will depend on their lifestyle, coat condition, and health. If you need to remove mud or dirt immediately, ensure that you\u2019re using dog shampoo. Human shampoos can irritate and cause hair breakage. Don\u2019t forget to check the label\u2014some shampoos require dilution before use!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dog_nail_clippers_%E2%80%93_Your_choice\"><\/span>Dog nail clippers \u2013 Your choice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can absolutely use nail clippers at home to care for your dog\u2019s paw. Younger dogs will wear down their nails naturally from activity. However, if you own a senior dog, you\u2019ll need to clip them more often. If your dog is not comfortable with nail clipping, you\u2019ll need a helping hand. Otherwise, you can save this task for your next dog grooming appointment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grooming_Table_%E2%80%93_Skip\"><\/span>Grooming Table \u2013 Skip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While you don\u2019t have to invest in an expensive grooming table, you also don\u2019t want to cheap out in this department. The last thing you want is for the table to collapse mid-groom! Ensure you always groom your dog on a solid surface. One that can handle the weight of your dog. You\u2019ll also want to ensure that you can attach a grooming arm to the table to keep your dog in place. If they\u2019re fidgeting, they can potentially fall off the table. It\u2019s best not to risk it![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;8791&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; class=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dog_hair_clippers_or_scissors_%E2%80%93_Depends\"><\/span>Dog hair clippers or scissors \u2013 Depends!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Clippers are by far the fastest way to cut hair. But remember that there are a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/dog-coat-types-a-quick-reference-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">variety of dog coat types<\/a>, and also a variety of ways to remove hair. For example, smooth-coated dogs rarely require clipping\u2014their hair won\u2019t grow long enough to mat. Meanwhile, if you own a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/10\/grooming-border-terrier-course-sample\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Border Terrier<\/a>, it\u2019s best to hand-strip the coat instead of clipping it. For hard-to-reach areas such as the paws, you would want to use scissors.<\/p>\n<p>With so many clipper attachments, comb types, and scissor types, how do you know what to buy? Ask a professional! It\u2019s the best way to ensure you\u2019re grooming a dog correctly. Visit a certified pet groomer for a head-to-toe grooming appointment. They\u2019ll become acquainted with your pet\u2019s unique features and circumstances and will be able to give you tailored advice on maintenance grooming.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]Do you disagree with an item on our list? Let us know why![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; class=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3 align=\"center\">What if you own a mixed-breed pooch? Check out QC\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/07\/dog-grooming-styles-for-mixed-breed-pooches\/\">guide to grooming mixed-breed dogs<\/a>!<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][recent_posts style=&#8221;default&#8221; category=&#8221;all&#8221; columns=&#8221;3&#8243; posts_per_page=&#8221;3&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dog owners don&#8217;t need ALL the tools that pro dog groomers have in their professional kit. 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