Things You'll Need
- Hairbrush or plastic glove
- Pin brush
- Nail clippers
- Nonslip bath mat
- Dog shampoo
- Cotton wool
- Mineral oil
Instructions
Brush your Pekepoo̵7;s coat daily to detangle matted fur. Use a standard hairbrush or plastic glove if your dog has short hair and a pin brush if it has a long coat. Regular brushing will help to evenly spread body oils secreted from the dog̵7;s skin all across its coat.
Bathe your Pekepoo every two months. Place a nonslip bath mat in the bathtub to prevent your dog from slipping. Fill the bathtub up to 4 inches with lukewarm water and place your dog in it. Use a hand-held shower head or plastic container to moisten the dog̵7;s head and any portion of its body that is not wet. Lather its body with a good quality dog shampoo, taking care to avoid the eyes, ears and nose. Thoroughly rinse the shampoo from its body with warm water. Towel dry or blow-dry your dog̵7;s fur.
Clip your dog̵7;s nails every month with dog nail clippers. Trim a small portion of the nails each time to prevent them from overgrowing. Inspect each paw for dirt and weeds such as burs and foxtails, and clean them.
Check your dog̵7;s ears every week for any accumulated wax and dirt, or signs of infection. Dip a small piece of cotton wool in mineral oil and gently rub it around the inside of your dog̵7;s ears to clean them.
Take your dog to the veterinarian for a monthly dental checkup. Consult your veterinarian to descale its teeth annually to prevent dental problems.