Pug Dog Grooming Instruction

Pug Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Pug 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 a Pug puppy or dog:

• Pug Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Pug is short and will therefore require minimal grooming
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as fine and smooth
• Time: Grooming a Pug will require around 15 minutes
• Frequency of Grooming: Weekly

Pug Dog Grooming Instruction - Brushing Hair and Coat
Most dog's hair and coats need some attention. The Pug dog grooming instruction for caring for your dog's hair or coat is as follows:

• The Pug has a short, fine, smooth and soft coat that requires just minimal grooming. Once per week should be enough grooming to ensure ideal maintenance of the coat.
• Brush the coat with a firm bristle brush
• Be gentle when brushing your dog or puppy
• Begin brushing with the firm bristle brush from the head of the puppy or dog
• Follow the direction of the puppy or dog's hair growth
• Clean the facial areas gently, wipe between wrinkles and dry area afterwards

Pug 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. Pug Bathing instruction is as follows:

• Wash your 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

Pug 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 Pug dog's nails can cause damage and pain. Written instruction is not enough as the risk of hurting your Pug 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

Pug Dog Grooming Instruction