Grooming to Prevent Winter Problems

 

 

Prevent discomfort and frostbite by checking the hair on your dog's underbelly, chest, tail and in-between pads for accumulations of snow and ice. Gentle brushing will remove most of it. Follow with a brisk toweling. (Towel rubbing is a good natural warmup for the dog, increasing blood circulation and stimulating muscles and skin, as well as drying the dog's hair. Hair dryers can cause dry skin and even burns.)

Keep the excess fur between your dog's pads trimmed so winter chemicals, ice and snowballs won't get trapped. Leave some hairs, however, for warmth and protection in this sensitive area.


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Rescue and Adoption services for Golden Retrievers from the six New England states.
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