All dogs need regular grooming no matter if they're the shortest of short hair breeds, have a wirehair coat, or long, sleek layers. Come visit us at Petsakes Pet Supplies in Des Moines, IA for all of your pup grooming needs. You'll find shampoos, brushes, coat conditioners, and more on our counters that are designed to keep your dog's fur and skin looking bright, clean, and healthy. Uncertain which product is right for your dog? Give us a ring and our experienced staff can walk you through the several choices that are available, which ones are the best for your dog's kind or hair coat, and the benefits they produce.
The Importance of Finding the Proper Shampoo for Your Pup:
You might be lured to use human-grade shampoo on your dog for the sake of convenience. The issue is, human-grade shampoo isn't formulated for use on anything other than your scalp and hair. Dogs have unique hair and skin needs that call for shampoos and conditioners with certain formulations such as dry skin relief, insect-repelling properties, or perhaps dry coat cleaners for the times when you can't give your dog a full bath.
Consider the idea that your pup is ikely to roll in the garbage, get fleas or ticks, or get dry, scratchy patches, and it quickly becomes apparent why you should have coat products that are created to handle these challenges. Human-grade shampoo won't contain the appropriate components to de-scent, treat dryness, or deal with unwanted hitchhikers. At Petsakes Pet Supplies, we stock a range of dog grooming products that satisfy your needs to keep your dog smelling nice and looking good.
Dog coats come in a range of textures with hair follicles ranging from pin straight to tight curls. Therefore, it's crucial to use the right brushes and combs for your dog's coat. Many dogs grow compact undercoats while others have nearly no undercoat at all. All coats need the correct kind of brush to decrease pulling out healthy hair and avoid skin injury. Your dog may enjoy a good scratching with the brush, or they may be thin-skinned and need the lightest of touches. If you're unsure of what types of brushes are best for the job, don't hesitate to ask our professionals at Petsakes Pet Supplies in Des Moines. Drop in or give us a call at (515) 633-9446 to discuss the type of coat and specific issues your dog has. We'll show you what brushes and combs are the best for your dog.