VMD 513: Pet animal Breeding, Management, Nutrition and Health Care (1+1)

BATHING

• Dogs should be bathed only when they become extremely dirty; frequent bathing removes natural oils and causes the coat become dry and harsh.
• When bathing becomes necessary, a mild soap, baby shampoo, or coconut-oil shampoo should be used.
• Detergent soaps should never be used because some dogs may have skin reactions to them.
• Many of the shampoos for pets are medicated and help prevent parasites.
• When washing, one must be careful not to get shampoo in the dog's eyes.
• A few drops of opthalmic ointment in the eyes may help prevent eye irritations from the shampoo.
• After bathing, it is important that the dog not become chilled.
• One should be careful of the temperature if bathing outside, and when bathing inside, one must make sure the dog is completely dry before letting it outside.