How Often Should My Dog Be Washed?

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Edition 09 / 2013
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How Often Should
My Dog Be Washed?
The most common question
The Pooch Mobile gets asked
is “How often should I get my
dog washed”?
Think about your own hair. If you don’t wash it, what happens? It
gets oily, attracts dirt and grime and looks dull and unhealthy. On
average we wash our own hair every other day to keep it clean and
healthy, so wouldn’t it make sense that our dogs coats will also
need to washed regularly?
The Pooch Mobile recommends dogs be washed on a regular
schedule, every 2 – 4 weeks to ensure the coat is kept in top
condition.
There are several factors you should consider when deciding how
often to have your dog washed which include:
Does your dog live indoors, and does your dog sleep in
your bed?
If your dog lives indoors and more importantly, if he sleeps in your
bed, then you are probably going to want to have your dog washed
regularly – anywhere from once a week to once a month. You
probably don’t want your dog dragging in dirt, poop, insects and
other grime onto sofas and into beds, so a regular wash will have a
fresh smelling dog that you can cuddle without the fear that gross
stuff is getting onto furniture and into sheets.
Breed of dog
Dogs come in all shapes, sizes and breeds – whether your dog is
a purebred or a unique mixed breed, the skin and coat will vary.
Some dogs have short hair and some dogs have long hair, while
others have thick coats and others fine. Small dogs tend to pick up
lots of dirt easier. If you have a white dog, you will notice the white
will quickly turn a brownish color. If your dog has long hair it will
need to be brushed and washed regularly to keep the hair from
matting. Regardless of what coat your dog has, it is important to
have your dog washed and brushed out on a regular schedule.
Does anyone in your household suffer from allergies due
to dust and dog dander?
If so, you SHOULD brush and wash your dog at least once a week.
According to the American Lung Association, washing your dog
once a week will help remove the dander that accumulates on a
pet’s fur.
What activities does your dog partake in?
Do you take your dog to the dog park? Does your dog play in the
sand or dirt? Does your dog roll in the grass or go swimming or
hiking? What about sniffing butts, eating poop or drooling?
Well, if you have a normal dog, they probably partake in several of
these activities – all of which warrant regular washing every 2 – 4
weeks. Your dog will be cleaner, smell better and most importantly
you will be more likely to give a clean dog lots more loving.
Nobody likes to cuddle a smelly dog.
Does your dog suffer from itchy skin?
Unlike humans who absorb most environmental allergens through
nose and mouth, dogs tend to adsorb allergens through the
skin. Weekly or Bi-weekly washing can help prevent itchiness as
allergens are washed away before they get a chance to penetrate
the skin.
The Pooch Mobile uses the very best in dog shampoos which
contain natural ingredients including vitamin E oil, coconut oil,
rosemary, lavender,
neem oil, palm oil,
tea tree oil, oatmeal
and aloe vera.
Are you a multiple dog household?
The Pooch Mobile offers a multiple dog discount!
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IN THIS
EDITION
Pet Insurance
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Kids N’ Pets
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Paws for Thought
2
Household Product Not Dog Safe 3
Safety First for Your Dog
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Saying Goodbye
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PET INSURANCE:
Have you considered pet insurance
for your cat or dog?
It’s the difficult decision you never want to
face. Your dog has been in an accident,
or has been diagnosed with an illness.
Your vet can help, but can you afford the
treatment your dog requires?
Kids ‘n’ Pets
In 2011, American pet parents spent $13.41
billion on veterinary care – up nearly 46%
from 2006.
Pet insurance is a great option to consider ensuring you can
provide your four legged friends the best medical treatment,
should they require it.
With pet insurance your dog will be covered for accidents
such as...
• Poisoning
• Lacerations
• Bone fractures
• Burns
• Bee stings
• Motor vehicle accidents
With benefits for…
• Prescriptions medications
• Diagnostic procedures
• Laboratory tests
• Surgery
• Hospitalization
• X-rays
The benefits of children living with pets
Most of us have grown up with pets and can’t image life
without them: The cat that slept on our bed; the dog that
waited patiently at the gate until we got home from school.
And now some of us have kids whose pets do just the same
thing.
Children and pets have a special relationship. While the pet is
often entertained by having a child around there are also many
benefits for the children in having a pet in their home.
• Children develop a respect for animals when they live
alongside them and this helps prepare them for later life.
The child learns about the responsibilities in caring for
another living creature – even if they don’t always follow
through with their tasks.
• Children with pets are popular with their peers. The antics
of a pet can make good topics of conversation, good
school news items and children even learn to read body
language from watching their pets.
• Children interact more with other members of the family
when there is a pet in the house. More than half of families
with young children undertake physical activity as a family
at least once a week by walking their dog.
• Pets provide unconditional love. Pets hold a special status
in children’s’ lives with 95% of children nominating pets
among their ten most important relationships.
• In some homes the child sadly does not get the
opportunity to nurture their pet, to tell their secrets to their
special furry friend or to get a chance to receive that all
important unconditional love. This may be because they
do not have a pet of their own or their circumstances
make it impossible carry out these activities.
It is generally accepted that if you want to change the
behavior of your population it is best to start with educating
the children. Let’s keep that relationship between children and
pets a special one.
*Article courtesy of Dr. Joanne Righetti
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Six Household Products That are Not Dog Safe
Many dog owners keep cleaners in their homes that are not safe.
Cleaning products with ingredients such as bleach, ammonia,
chlorine, glycol ethers or formaldehyde can cause many problems
in adults and children, but young children
and pets are particularly at risk for things
such as cancer, anemia, liver and kidney
damage. Many toxic cleaners are also
carcinogenic.
Floor Cleaners – these include Pine Sol
and Mr. Clean. Even if you manage to get
the entire residue off the floor, the vapors
linger and are dangerous to your pet. Try
a non-toxic, pet safe cleaner instead.
Bathroom Cleaners – these include
Clorox Bathroom Cleaner and Scrubbing
Bubbles. Try a product such as Ecover
Bathroom Cleaner instead. Never us a
continuous toilet bowl cleaner such as Clorox Automatic Toilet
Bowl Cleaner…pups tend to drink out of the toilet.
All Purpose Cleaners – for use in the kitchen and around the
house, the most common toxic all-purpose cleaners that scream
“Danger” are Mr. Clean Multi-Purpose Spray and Formula 409.
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Drain Cleaner – you may think that since this product is poured
down the drain, it can’t be harmful to your pet. But the toxic drain
openers give off dangerous fumes long after you’ve emptied them.
For a non-toxic, pet safe option, try a
product such as Earth Friendly Enzymes
Drain Opener.
Glass Cleaner – it may seem that toxic
glass cleaners are simpler products and
are, therefore, safe but they are not.
Instead of something like Windex, try a
product such as Nature Clean Window
and Glass Cleaner.
Laundry Detergent – it’s easy to assume
that choosing a laundry detergent isn’t
that important because the rinse cycle
rinses it away. But there is residue left
behind on clothes and pet blankets that
can be harmful to your pet, especially those that chew on their
bedding. Avoid detergents with toxic ingredients such as Tide
and Cheer and try something like Down East’s Liquid Laundry
Detergent. *for further information on toxic household products
visit www.doster.com
Safety First for Your Dog
One of the most important “tricks”
you can teach your dog is to COME
WHEN CALLED.
When teaching this exercise it is
critical that your dog is never put in a
position to disobey your command.
Always follow correct training
techniques and always put yourself in
a winning position.
Choose a distraction-free area and
always train before meal times. When
training the COME command use a
light but strong leash about 20 feet
long. Attach this leash to your dog’s collar, give your dog a release
commend (perhaps use the word FREE) and let your dog do
whatever he pleases for a short while.
Now, here is the important piece: calmly call your dog by his name
followed by the command COME. Do NOT say another word. If he
does not come to you after 2 seconds gently pull the leash in until
he is close to you and reward him with a tasty food reward or his
favorite toy. It is important that he realizes two things:
1. He has no choice but to come when you call him.
2. When he does come to you, he is rewarded. Give your dog
plenty of rewards and praise.
Remember training is about consistency and patience.
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Saying Goodbye to Your Best Friend
Euthanasia – the tough questions
At some point in your relationship with your dog, you may be faced with one of the toughest decisions of your
life for your dog’s best wellbeing – to let him go with dignity.
The word “euthanasia” comes from the Greek, meaning “kind death” and in many cases that’s exactly what it is. Unlike humans you do have the
right to make this decision should it be necessary. If your dog could speak he would thank you.
The easiest way to prepare yourself for the possibility, especially if you have a very old or sick dog is to gather the appropriate information now so
that you know what to do. Consult your Vet and consider these questions:
What are the circumstances that would make you or your vet consider euthanasia? What does the Vet do at that time? What drugs will be
administered? How will the dog feel? Do you want to be present when it is carried out? Would you prefer that it was all done at home and will your
vet come to your home?
Finally how do you want to deal with the remains? Cremation, burial, what?
So how do you know when the time has come? Emotionally speaking, no matter how prepared you are, the decision itself is not going to be any
easier when you are faced with a terminally ill, very sick, or even dying pet. No one can help you make that decision. It’s personal, it’s traumatic,
it’s hard and it’s entirely your choice. If the decision is still a struggle even when the Vet tells you there’s no hope, ask yourself a few of these
questions:
Is my dog getting anything out of life at all? Is he just existing, enduring, with no quality of life? Is he in pain? – The Vet will tell you. Has he stopped
eating and drinking, perhaps even soiling his sleeping area? You’ve lived with this animal all his life. He’s given you complete devotion, love and
loyalty. Now it’s your turn to do the right thing by him. Don’t forget – dogs are not emotionally developed animals. Any feelings of guilt and sorrow
are all yours. Your pal trusts you – that’s all you have to remember. When all the questions are answered, do the right thing by him.
Kiss him, thank him and say goodbye and remember all the good times you have had together. Sounds hard? It is hard and no matter how many
times we go through this, it never gets any easier.
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