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Professional Dog Grooming Supplies

By Stephanie Hetu

If you acquire a small puppy that will need quite a bit of grooming, you can consider buying the basics of professional dog grooming supplies to do it yourself at home. This can be a little more expensive at the beginning because you need quite a bit of professional dog grooming supplies, but it is a one shot spending mostly. If you count how much it would cost you to go to the groomer with your dog a few times a year for lets say 10-12 years... it quickly adds up!

Here is a list of grooming supplies you might need to do your own dog grooming at home. Of course, the tools needed will vary with the breed of dog you own.

Pet nail clipper (small and large) -- Pet nail clippers comes in various sizes so you have to buy one that will suit your dog's breed.
Scissors -- Scissors will be useful if your dog has long hair. No need to buy scissors if you own a Boxer! (But hey...you are clever enough to know that, I think!)
Clipper -- Same thing goes for the clipper. If you have a dog that needs to be shaved, it is a very good tool to have. And it is better not to use the same one you use to shave your family member's heads!
Dental brush (finger or brush) with toothpaste -- Your dog's teeth are extremely important. If you don't take good care of them, as your dog gets older, they will have a hard time eating properly. So, to avoid that, make sure you brush your dog's teeth every once in a while. If you have a small dog, there is a neat little thing you can buy: It is a toothbrush you put on your fingertip. Very easy to use. Remember to combine the brushing with dental bones now and then, and also let your dog play with a good quality rope. It will act like dental floss!
Perfume -- Ok this is not a vital professional dog grooming supply! But it is nice to have a good smelling dog, don't you think? Just make sure you buy appropriate dog perfume. Don't try your own Coco Channel on your pooch please!
Brush, comb, Zoom Groom -- Brushes and combs are important tools that you need to use daily, so they are one of the most essential tools. I also like the Zoom Groom. It is made of rubber, and it brushes the coat and gives a massage to your dog at the same time. Excellent for dogs like Golden Retrievers, for example.
Shampoo and conditioners -- A lot of people think they can use their own shampoo and conditioner to wash their dog. That is a big mistake. Dogs have sensitive skin and it is essential to use appropriate shampoo to clean them. Also make sure you don't give them a bath too often.
Treats -- This helps a lot keeping the dog calm during the whole process!
Grooming table -- This might not be necessary if your dog only needs a little brushing. But if you need to actually cut your dog's hair, I recommend using a table. You will have your dog at the right height to work on it, and it will not be able to move. A lot safer for both of you!
Dog bows and bandanas -- For small breeds, little decorative bows are often used once the dog is groomed. For larger dogs, you can buy cute bandanas instead of bows. Of course, these professional dog grooming supplies are totally optional!
Grooming guides -- Ok, this might be the wisest professional dog grooming supply you will need! You don't want to start cutting your dog's coat just like that, you want to learn first how to do it, no? So maybe a little guide book, a "how to groom my own dog" book would be a very wise buy.