Controlling the Dog's Flea infestation with Grooming
Is the belief that an ugly dog also has an ugly owner true? It is widely believed that the appearance of the pet is a reflection of the way it is cared for and treated by the owner. As such, a mangy dog or one whose coat is riddled with sores and bald patches will be viewed as a neglected pet. People will believe that the owner is not fit to keep a dog for a pet.
Responsible dog owners are aware that good food is not enough to keep the pet healthy. A responsible dog owner would also know the importance of regularly grooming the pet as it is not only an essential factor in the maintenance of the dog's admirable appearance but also a necessary preventive measure against the development of various health concerns.
Most dogs have been infested by fleas as fleas are the most common parasites of dogs. Fleas are very fast and wingless parasites that would not only cause the dog discomfort but a lot of other health concerns as well. A dog with severe flea infestation will constantly scratch and bite the body because flea bites will cause severe itching. A dog that is sensitive to flea saliva can develop flea allergy dermatitis. A dog's appearance will be marred by the bald patches and oozing sores that would result from the flea infestation. Anemia is one of the possible outcomes of severe flea infestation. Moreover, fleas can introduce tapeworms not only to the dog but also to the dog's human family if flea-carrying tapeworm eggs are accidentally ingested.
Eliminating fleas is one of the benefits of grooming the pet. Dogs come in contact with these parasites when they play with infested dogs or when they pass areas where fleas lurk to wait for potential host. Flea products can kill adult fleas but not the eggs thus a flea infestation has the tendency to recur.
Grooming the pet regular is therefore very important. Bathe the dog with an anti-flea shampoo. Allow the lather to stay for about 10 minutes before rinsing the dog thoroughly. Use a fine toothed comb on the thoroughly dried hair to remove dead fleas. To prevent another flea attack, the places frequented by the dog must be thoroughly vacuumed. To totally eliminate the fleas from the house, it would be a good idea to wash the things used by the dog in hot water.
Grooming the dog regularly would be an effective prevention not only against flea infestation but also against any other kind of parasite infestation. But aside from this fact; the grooming routine enhances the bond between owner and pet.
Responsible dog owners are aware that good food is not enough to keep the pet healthy. A responsible dog owner would also know the importance of regularly grooming the pet as it is not only an essential factor in the maintenance of the dog's admirable appearance but also a necessary preventive measure against the development of various health concerns.
Most dogs have been infested by fleas as fleas are the most common parasites of dogs. Fleas are very fast and wingless parasites that would not only cause the dog discomfort but a lot of other health concerns as well. A dog with severe flea infestation will constantly scratch and bite the body because flea bites will cause severe itching. A dog that is sensitive to flea saliva can develop flea allergy dermatitis. A dog's appearance will be marred by the bald patches and oozing sores that would result from the flea infestation. Anemia is one of the possible outcomes of severe flea infestation. Moreover, fleas can introduce tapeworms not only to the dog but also to the dog's human family if flea-carrying tapeworm eggs are accidentally ingested.
Eliminating fleas is one of the benefits of grooming the pet. Dogs come in contact with these parasites when they play with infested dogs or when they pass areas where fleas lurk to wait for potential host. Flea products can kill adult fleas but not the eggs thus a flea infestation has the tendency to recur.
Grooming the pet regular is therefore very important. Bathe the dog with an anti-flea shampoo. Allow the lather to stay for about 10 minutes before rinsing the dog thoroughly. Use a fine toothed comb on the thoroughly dried hair to remove dead fleas. To prevent another flea attack, the places frequented by the dog must be thoroughly vacuumed. To totally eliminate the fleas from the house, it would be a good idea to wash the things used by the dog in hot water.
Grooming the dog regularly would be an effective prevention not only against flea infestation but also against any other kind of parasite infestation. But aside from this fact; the grooming routine enhances the bond between owner and pet.
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