Tosa Inu Dog Grooming Instruction

Tosa Inu Dog Grooming Instruction

Grooming Tosa Inu 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 Tosa Inu puppy or dog:

• Tosa Inu Length of Coat: The length of coat on a Tosa Inu is short and will therefore require occasional grooming
• Type of Coat: The type of coat for this breed is generally described as smooth
• Time: Grooming a Tosa Inu will require approximately 20 minutes
• Frequency of Grooming: Once every two weeks

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

• The Tosa Inu has a short, smooth coat that only requires occasional grooming. This breed is a light shedder so it's grooming requirements are not too demanding at all.
• Groom your Tosa Inu dog or puppy once per fortnight
• Brush the coat with a soft to medium bristle brush that has short bristles
• Thoroughly groom the coat, starting at the head of the dog or puppy
• Brush though the hair, following the direction of growth
• Take care when brushing delicate areas on the puppy or dog's body

Tosa Inu 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. Tosa Inu 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

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

Tosa Inu Dog Grooming Instruction