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You can use human shampoo on a dog. Dish soap is also an option.

Can You Use Human Shampoo on Dogs?

For a normal dog who doesn’t have atopic dermatitis or any other skin irritation, you can use human hair shampoo to bathe your dog.

How to Groom a Dog

While it can seem daunting at first, learning the basics of how to groom a dog is well within reach for many dog owners.
Getting sap out of dog fur can prevent matting and other ailments.

How to Get Sap Out of Dog Fur

As a do-it-yourself project, pitch removal requires time and patience, so take an objective look at the situation. Is there a small amount of pitch in your dog’s hair? Or is there a lot? Is your pup able to sit or lie still for half an hour or more? Do you enjoy grooming your dog?
Your dog losing hair is upsetting, but hair loss isn't always harmful.

Why Is My Dog Losing Hair?

If you see your dog losing hair concern is normal. It's not always a cause for concern though with some dogs naturally shedding, and other having hereditary conditions. It's only when the skin beneath the hair looks abnormal that worry is called for.
Cutting too high when clipping a dog nails is possible. Stopping a dogs nails bleeding is fairly simple.

How to Stop Dog Nail Bleeding

A dab of styptic powder or corn starch can stop a dogs nail from bleeding.
A mature woman is standing behind a bench with a dog sitting on a towel on the bench. She is grooming the dog.

Supplies for Dog Grooming at Home

Dog grooming at home can be less stressful for your dog, provided that you have the right grooming supplies. Not all dog's coats are the same and different thicknesses and textures require different brushes and rakes.
Close up low angle image of a small white dog outdoors on the city street. The dog has had its bushy tail died bright pink by its owner. Horizontal colour image with room for copy space.

Safety with Dog Hair Dye

Whatever your reason for using dog hair dye be sure to use dog safe products as human products are formulated differently and can cause your dog injury.
Cute Maltese puppy dog close up head-shot of the eye detail with typical tear staining around the eye.

Dog Tear Stain Remover: When and What to Use

Dog tear stain removers can remove tear stains. However, tear stains are harmless when they aren't caused by another issue and changes in diet and grooming can also resolve dog tear stains.

Why Do Dogs Roll on Their Backs?

Dogs rolling on their backs is adorable. Repeated rolling though can be a sign of excessive itchiness that might need veterinary care. Dogs also have a habit of rolling in things their owner's might not care to smell or wash out of their fur.
red chow

Should You Shave Your Dog? Shaving Against Advice

Grooming experts almost always advise against shaving double-coated dogs – but it can really help some overheated senior dogs cool down and feel better in the summer.
How long should a dog's nails be? In a word: short.

How Long Should a Dog’s Nails Be?

The correct dog nail length is when the nails don’t touch the ground when your dog is standing still.
poodle hair

Does Your Dog Have Hair or Fur?

What’s the difference between dog hair and fur? While the terms are often used interchangeably, grooming experts offer definitions that describe your dog’s coat.

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Assessing Frailty in Dogs

If we’re lucky, our dogs live a long, healthy life and, when their bodies wear out, they close their eyes and make that journey to the bottom of the Rainbow Bridge. Unfortunately, a simple death like that is rarely the case leaving owners judging quality of life.