A bristle brush A long pin brush A basic comb Grooming scissors A matt splitter

The front legs: the back of your dog’s front legs should be brushed with a pin brush, then with a comb to smooth hair The fluffy hair on the back legs should be brushed very carefully with a pin brush The hair on its tail should be brushed very lightly with a pin brush, as it is very sensitive Hair on the dog’s underside, where your dog may not enjoy being brushed. Use a pin brush, brush gently, and have someone help you keep the dog still if it gets restless All other areas should be brushed thoroughly with a pin brush, then with a bristle brush to ensure that the undercoat is as smooth as possible

The front legs, particularly near the top where the leg joint joins the body The hind legs, especially at the bottom where grass and twigs might get caught The rear, particularly near the base of the tail The tail

Contact your veterinarian immediately if you see signs of infection.

If any signs of irritation or infection are evident (e. g. redness, swelling, or strong odor), bring your dog to the vet for a complete dental check up to rule out any serious issues.

If you do hit the vein, stop the bleeding by dabbing the nail into a bar of soap.

Be sure to bathe your dog during its molting period, which occurs about once a year for males and three times every two years for females.

Never use human shampoo on your dog- it is harsher than dog shampoo and will wash away the essential oils from your dog’s coat, which can leave your dog vulnerable to bacteria and parasites. [15] X Research source

To avoid tangles, hold the blow dryer at a distance from your dog and blow dry slowly.