How often should we bathe our puppy?
The hygiene of our best friends is very important, but we should not do it too often, since we can end up causing irritations in their skin and coat.
The ideal is to bathe them once a month, but there are dogs that need to be bathed more often. Keep in mind that bathing them more frequently than they need can eliminate the natural oils they produce, causing the skin to become dry and flaky.
The exact frequency of baths will always depend on several factors:
Skin type.
Puppies can also have oily skin, which can cause them to need more frequent baths.
Coat length
Long coats tend to get dirty more quickly than short coats.
Lifestyle
Dogs that spend more time indoors are going to need less frequent washing than those that maintain a more active life outside.
Allergies
Sometimes our friends have allergies that make some baths necessary as part of a medical treatment.
Steps to bathe our BF:
Choose the perfect shampoo.
It is very important to choose a shampoo that suits the needs of his coat. It should be noted that a shampoo for humans can cause irritation.
Adapt the place
Keep in mind that for many of our little ones, bath time can be very stressful. Try to adapt the place so that they feel comfortable and relaxed.
Brush their fur
Before bathing it is the ideal moment to brush it, eliminating any residue, knot or tangle.
Regulate the water temperature
It is very important that the water temperature be the same temperature as the dog's body temperature. It cannot be too cold or too hot.
Lather from tail to head
Apply a small amount of shampoo and start massaging from tail to head. This way we can pay special attention to the paws and they find it less bothersome.
Rinse from head to tail
To rinse them the ideal is to do it in the opposite way than during shampooing, we start with the head and finish with the tail.
Dry it with love
Once the bath is over, it is time to take a large towel and dry him gently.
Reward him with love
It is very important to show them that they have behaved well and make the moment more enjoyable and fun. Reward your best friend with an extra dose of caresses, cuddles and some treats.
