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This article was co-written by Marie Lin. Marie Lin is a pet groomer and owner of Marie’s Pet Grooming, a pet grooming salon in New York City. Marie has over 10 years of pet grooming experience, specializing in dogs and cats. She holds a pet groomer certificate from the New York Academy of Pet Care in 2009 and is a member of the National Canine Care Association of the United States. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Hawaii Pacific University in 2007.
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If you are a good owner, sometimes you have to shave your dog if the weather is too hot. In fact, dogs do not need to be shaved, if so, it should be done by a professional. However, if you want to personally shave them, you need to be very careful and ensure the safety of your friend.
Steps
Consider other options
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Don’t worry about hot weather. You may think that the thick coat makes the dog feel hot. In fact, the fur is responsible for insulating, cooling and protecting the skin from the sun. Therefore, we should not shave the pet’s hair. [1] X Trusted Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Go to source
- In addition to the cooling function, the coat protects the skin from harmful ultraviolet rays. Otherwise, the dog is prone to sunburn and is at risk of skin cancer. [2] X Research Source
- Some experts (but not all) point out that some crossbreeds have thick coats because their habitat is cold climates and cannot adapt to high ambient temperatures. You need to consult with your doctor about the thickness of the dog’s coat and consider whether to trim it or not.
- Even if the dog needs to be trimmed, you should not shave too much, but should leave about 2.5 cm for the skin to have a layer of protection from the sun. [3] X Research Sources
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Consider humidity. The best reason to shave your dog is rain, not hot weather. Dogs are often susceptible to maggots, the larvae multiplying in the coat if the coat is wet for a long time. This problem can be quite serious if the dog has a thick, shaggy coat and often runs out in the rain. [4] X Research Sources
- Talk to your doctor about whether maggots have a serious effect on your pet. Even if your dog does experience the potential risks mentioned above, you can still prevent it by maintaining good hygiene and taking good care of open wounds on their body. [5] X Research Sources
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Do not shave dogs with double coats. This coat has a hidden undercoat. This layer is difficult to identify because it is covered by a thicker top coat, but some popular breeds have a double coat, including German Shepherds, Pomeranians, Canines, Huskys, Malamutes, and Samoyeds. As they age, their fur will not be able to regrow if shaved, becoming patchy and messy. [6] X Research Source
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Consider professional service. Pet care costs usually range from 300 to 500,000 VND. [7] X Source of Research This cost includes trimming, nail care and necessary grooming.
- For some people this price is too high, but in general your pet will be healthy without needing to be shaved. Therefore, if you have to choose between two solutions, you should choose not to shave them.
- While shaving, you can injure the dog. It will then be cheaper to pay a professional to perform it, as the cost of treating them in the event of an injury may even be higher than the cleaning service.
Shaving the dog’s hair
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Prepare supplies. You need to buy a trimmer, comb with trimmer, brush and lubricant. Dog clippers are available at pet stores or animal care stores. [8] X Research Sources
- If your dog is often startled by loud noises, you should try a variety of trimmers to test their noise level. Then choose a trimmer that doesn’t make a lot of noise. [9] X Research Source
- Buy a size E comb. This is designed to leave about 2.5 cm of hair, which is generally recommended. [10] X Research Source
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Do not let the trimmer get too hot. Otherwise, the dog will get burned. You should stop for a while to let the trimmer cool down. Apply the lubricant that came with the trimmer to prevent heat build-up. [11] X Research Source
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Bathing the dog. If the hair is messy, it will be difficult to use the trimmer, causing the dog pain. Before you start shaving, you should clean and brush them to completely detangle them. [12] X Research Source
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Hold the dog by the collar. You don’t want your pet to move around too much while shaving. If they won’t cooperate, you need to have someone help hold the dog in place. [13] X Research Source
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Shave in the direction of hair growth. If shaving in the opposite direction, the shave will be uneven and become jagged. You need to move slowly and gently. [14] X Research Source
- If you can’t decide which direction to shave, you can take a credit card and brush it along the coat. If the coat is ruffled and tilted back, you are brushing in the opposite direction of hair growth. Then you need to shave in the opposite direction.
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Start with sensitive areas. Over time, the dog will lose more and more patience. You need to prioritize handling the important areas, then move to another area.
- Shaving sequence includes: head, armpits, under tail, nape, sides of body, abdomen.
- Only shave when the dog is completely still and hold the trimmer a few centimeters away from the eyes while shaving. [15] X Research Source
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Shave the armpit. When the dog is standing, raise their front paws to a suitable position. Shave under this area and repeat on the other side.
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Shave the groin area. Raise your pet’s hind legs in a toilet-like position and shave under this area. This step keeps pets clean when dealing with sadness, especially long-haired breeds. Then repeat with the other leg.
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Shave the butt. Lift the tail up and shave the area so that they go to the toilet clean. However, you need to be very careful when handling this sensitive area.
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Shave the remaining area. Start with the nape of the neck and work your way down to your neck, back, and sides. Shave the abdomen carefully and take care to shave in the direction away from the hand.
Advice
- Some dogs are afraid of the noise of the trimmer, so you should warm up a few seconds before they get used to the sound of the tool. Hold the trimmer close to the pet’s head.
- Shave in long, slow strokes instead of in intermittent strokes.
Warning
- Not every dog needs to be shaved. The coat has the effect of keeping warm and preventing sunburn.
- Take extreme care when shaving your pet.
Things you need
- Trimmer and comb size E.
- Lubricant
- Brush
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This article was co-written by Marie Lin. Marie Lin is a pet groomer and owner of Marie’s Pet Grooming, a pet grooming salon in New York City. Marie has over 10 years of pet grooming experience, specializing in dogs and cats. She holds a pet groomer certificate from the New York Academy of Pet Care in 2009 and is a member of the National Canine Care Association of the United States. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Hawaii Pacific University in 2007.
There are 10 references cited in this article that you can view at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 32,240 times.
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