All dogs need routine 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 displays that are developed to keep your dog's coat and skin looking bright, clean, and healthy. Uncertain which solution is right for your pup? Give us a ring and our experienced staff can guide you through the several choices that are available, which ones are the best for your dog's breed or hair coat, and the benefits they produce.
The Importance of Finding the Right Shampoo for Your Pup:
You may be tempted 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 distinct hair and skin needs that require shampoos and conditioners with certain formulations such as dry skin relief, insect-repelling properties, or maybe dry coat cleansers for the times when you can't give your dog a full bath.
Think about the idea that your pup is ikely to roll in the garbage, get fleas or ticks, or get dry, itchy spots, and it soon becomes obvious why you should have coat products that are developed to deal with these challenges. Human-grade shampoo won't consist of the proper components to de-scent, heal dryness, or eliminate 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 fantastic.
Dog coats come in a range of textures with hair follicles differing from pin straight to tight curls. Therefore, it's crucial to use the appropriate brushes and combs for your dog's coat. Many dogs grow thick undercoats while others have virtually no undercoat at all. All coats require the right kind of brush to reduce 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 experts at Petsakes Pet Supplies in Des Moines. Drop in or give us a call at (515) 633-9446 to discuss the kind of coat and certain issues your dog has. We'll show you what brushes and combs are the most effective for your dog.