Dog bath

[adams]

How often should you give your dog a bath?

[Lyka_01]

For me twice a week or once...But when they smells bad I force to give them a bath...Anyway this might give good idea about dog bathing 5 Signs Your Dog Needs a Bath

[samaria]

Bath Dog Training Club is a not for profit voluntary organisation based in Bath. It is dedicated to promoting responsible dog ownership and follows guidance from The Kennel Club.

They strongly recommend that you come down one Tuesday night to see what and how we teach. This will give you an understanding of our training methods, as well as ideas to practice at home. For this session they ask that you don't bring your dog. Once you've met us, you can book onto the course most relevant to your needs and experience.
Find out more about what they do.
A trained dog is a happy dog. By spending time with your dog you will increase the bond between you. Take 10-15 minutes every day to train and you'll see that your dog will respond quicker to you - even when you're out for a walk and there's a really good smell just round the corner! Your dog will also see you as the leader, as you are in charge of when, how often and how long the training session lasts.

[melody]

Originally Posted by adams

How often should you give your dog a bath?

I remember how my pet Labrador really wants to take a bath daily. But I don't do that because after all, he doesn't smell bad at all and I don't want his skin to dry up from too much bathing. As I've read before, yes, once or twice a week is enough to give on your pet dog. But if he accidentally sat on his poo, a quick wash is all you need. If it's summer, maybe add some more bathing time a week to keep them refreshed.

Now if you have kids at home and your dogs are pretty dozing off anywhere around your house, you should take more precautions on your pet's cleanliness because ticks and fleas are dangerous too not only to dogs but humans too. Ask your vet for a recommended and practical shampoo for your dogs.

[Mary]

hi, my problem is our 2-year-old chihuahua HATES taking a bath! it is a struggle every time. i end up taking him to the vet for his baths but is getting expensive. problem is he tries to run away and even may try to bite us when we bathe him at home. any suggestions? thanks!

[glaiza]

Lucky you melody. I wish my dogs wanted to bath daily too, but instead they hate bathing. Except when its a really hot day and a bath offers a cooling retreat. Otherwise, they can barely stand it and try to run away. It's such a strain to hold them and have them stay put - luckily, they're smaller dogs.

I try and bath my dogs once a week. It works great for one of my dogs coz he doesn't smell bad with the once a week bathing regiment. My other dog though starts to smell 3 days after I bathe her so I sometimes have to give her a bath during the middle of the week - especially because she likes to jump on people's laps - can't have a smelly dog doing that.

[Ozzy29]

There is a really neat coin operated dog wash not far from us. It has all the hooks in the wall which allow you to have the animal tightly leashed while you wash. This obviously also allows you to have your hands free. They are great and not very expensive. And the thing that I really like is that I do not have to spend hours cleaning the bathroom up after the dog is done.

They even have driers, do your pet won't be wet getting back into the car.

[glaiza]

I saw something about that doggie washing machines on the net. Is it safe for the dogs? It would be mighty convenient though.

[Mary]

hi glaiza! you're right about the doggy washing machine:

Bathing Dogs the Easy Way: Doggy Washing Machines

[Mary]

oh here is a useful link:

Tips for Giving a Dog a Bath: Advice for Bathing Dogs, Even Dogs Who Struggle, Resist in the Tub