Akita Dog Grooming Instruction

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A Akita Dog Grooming instruction guide including useful tips on how to groom the hair and coat, trimming nails and bathing instructions for Akita puppies and dogs.

Akita Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Akita Puppies and Dogs just needs time, care and patience. The level of grooming and time spent on grooming will depend on the breed and size of the dog. The following chart provides a brief overview of the grooming requirements of an Akita puppy or dog:

  • Akita Length of Coat: The length of coat on an Akita is medium and will therefore require regular, weekly grooming
  • Type of Coat: The type of coat for the Akita breed is generally described as coarse
  • Time: Grooming an Akita will require a little time and patience
  • Frequency of Grooming an Akita: once per week

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Grooming requirements for Akita Puppies and Dogs
 

Akita Grooming Requirements

Coat / HairWeekly (unless shedding as grooming should be done daily)
Nails / PawsAkita nails may need to be clipped 1-2 times per month (consult vet first)
TeethCheck your Akita's teeth once per week
BathingOnce per month as your Akita needs to retain its own natural oils
SheddingExcessive shedding twice per year, groom hair daily at this time
EyesCheck on a daily basis, gently wiping away debris will help avoid any build up or future eye infections
EarsCheck once per week (vet can provide ear cleaning solution)

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Dog Grooming Instruction - Dog Grooming Tools
 

Akita Dog Grooming Tools - Checklist

The following dog grooming tools, products & equipment are readily available. Choose the grooming tools from this checklist that you believe are suitable for your Akita.

Bristle BrushBristle CombGrooming Rake
Grooming ScissorsThinning ShearsGrooming Blades
Hair ClippersDog ShampooIndoor / Outdoor Shower
Slicker BrushesShedding CombNail Trimmers
Dog Creams / LotionsGrooming DryersGrooming Tables

Akita Dog Grooming Tools - Checklist

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Akita Dog Grooming Instruction - Brushing Hair and Coat
Akita dog hair and coats need weekly attention. The Akita breed has a soft undercoat and a coarse outer-coat. The Akita dog grooming instruction for caring for your dog's hair or coat:

  • Weekly grooming is very important as it will help maintain a healthy coat and reduce the risk of skin infections. It is important to remove dirt, mats and tangles
  • Use a slicker brush to help untangle your Akita dog hair
  • A rake should help when brushing from the dog's undercoat
  • Use a firm bristle brush to reduce the amount of hair that your Akita loses during shedding periods. The Akita dog sheds twice per year but the amount of hair loss is immense
  • Weekly grooming is very important as it will help maintain a healthy coat

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Akita Dog Grooming Instruction - Bathing your Dog
Bathing your dog is very important for its health and hygiene. During bathing check your dog for lumps, bumps, parasites, fleas and skin irritations or allergies. Akita Bathing instruction is:

  • Wash your Akita dog or puppy when they are dirty or smell!
  • Gather bathing equipment and place bathing tools and shampoo near to bathing area
  • Place a mat and towel next to bath
  • Check the water temperature of the bath - ensure that a minimal amount of water is used
  • Gradually place the dog in the bath - be aware that this may frighten your pet
  • Gently shampoo your pet - be careful of delicate areas such as eyes and ears
  • Rinse shampoo and towel dry. Then brush the hair

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Akita Dog Grooming Instruction - Trimming Nails
Some dogs do not need their nails trimmed as they are kept short by general activities. However, should your dog's nails become long then they should be trimmed. It is important to know exactly what you are doing, as cutting too deep into your Akita dog's nails can cause damage and pain. Written instruction is not enough as the risk of hurting your Akita is too high.

  • Your vet can help initially by demonstrating how to trim your dog's nails and supervise your first attempt
  • Spend some time touching your dog's paws and gently squeezing the area around the nails in order to familiarize them with this sensation
  • Seek advice from your vet about the most appropriate nail clippers for your pet

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Tips for Training Akita Puppies and Dogs

Our Akita Dog Grooming instruction guide includes helpful tips and instructions on how to groom the hair and coat, trimming nails and bathing instructions for Akita puppies and dogs.

  • Fast Facts and info with this Akita Dog Grooming instruction guide
  • Brushing and combing hair and coat of an Akita puppy or dog
  • Trimming and Cutting Nails
  • Grooming Tools, Products and Equipment
  • Instructions for grooming Akita puppies and dogs

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