Washing the Dog: Golden Furry's Tips Never wash a tangled coatWashing the dog - preparationThoroughly brush the dog's coat during the washWashing the Dog: Proper Use of Dog ShampooShould conditioner be used when washing the dog?Drying the dog after washingPost-wash care for the dogSummary
Washing the Dog: Golden Furry's Tips
Kultaturri is a dog grooming salon in Espoo, run by the TikTok-famous Frans "Kultaturri". At Kultaturri's grooming salon, dogs weighing less than 15 kg are groomed with great care. Frans films popular grooming videos that have been viewed over seven million times on TikTok. Washing the dog is part of the grooming process, and in this article, we will go through Kultaturri's washing tips.
In addition, Kultaturri is an active blogger, and her blog shares practical tips for dog grooming and trimming.
In this article, we share Frans's tips for washing dogs, both for beginners and more experienced washers :)
Never wash a tangled coat
The Kultaturrin blog advises that:
"A matted coat can worsen during washing, as washing can tighten the mats."
If your dog has tangles, cut them off before washing or use a brush and detangling spray to resolve them. If this seems difficult, it is time to book a grooming appointment and bring the dog unwashed for grooming. Washing the dog may initially seem challenging until your dog gets used to the handling.
Washing the dog - preparation
Washing a dog requires time and patience. A dog often has much more fur than humans have hair, and because the dog moves outside without shoes, it is usually really dirty. Kultaturri advises that:
So, allocate enough time for washing the dog. If your dog is old or has joint problems, or if the bathroom floor is particularly slippery, place a rubber mat or other anti-slip material under the dog.
Thoroughly brush the dog's coat during the wash
Before wetting the fur, make sure that the water is lukewarm and comfortable for the dog. The blog emphasizes that:
The coat should be thoroughly wetted to ensure that the shampoo spreads and lathers properly. Therefore, it is advisable to take sufficient time for wetting.
Washing the Dog: Proper Use of Dog Shampoo
Washing a dog should be done with a special dog shampoo, as shampoos made for humans are too strong for dogs and their pH value is not suitable for a dog's skin. In the Golden Fur blog, it is advised that:
The side of the dog shampoo bottle has instructions for using the shampoo. Some products are recommended to be diluted with water. The diluted mixture can be made, for example, in a jug or bottle.
At Muotitassusta, you will find a high-quality selection of non-toxic and pH-balanced dog shampoos and grooming products.
Should conditioner be used when washing the dog?
There are various conditioners available for dogs. Kultaturrin instructs that:
Conditioners care for the coat and prevent the formation of tangles. Therefore, it is especially important for dogs with a tangle-prone coat.
In a golden retriever, the body is washed first, after which conditioner is applied. Finally, the dog's head is washed, during which time the conditioner can work on the body. After washing, conditioner is applied to the head and ears for a moment, after which the entire dog is thoroughly rinsed.
Using conditioner is also convenient because it ensures that the dog gets rinsed one more time, so all the shampoo is definitely washed out. The use of conditioner is especially recommended for dogs with tangled fur.
Instead of conditioner, a special care spray can be applied to the coat. The advantage of the care spray is that it can also be used as is between washes.
Drying the dog after washing
Drying the dog is an important part of the washing process. It is stated in the Kultaturri blog that
Drying the dog is important to prevent hot spot dermatitis on its skin.
You can let the dog shake itself for a moment before starting to towel dry. This helps remove excess water and makes towel drying more effective.
Once towel drying is complete, you can use a dog dryer or a hairdryer to dry the dog completely. However, remember that the dog's skin is sensitive, so do not use air that is too hot and keep the dryer at a sufficient distance from the dog's skin.
Post-wash care for the dog
After washing the dog, it is important to take care of the dog's coat and skin. Kultaturri advises that
It is advisable to brush the dog's coat after washing to keep it beautiful and healthy.
Brushing helps remove loose hair and stimulates the dog's skin circulation, which promotes the growth of a healthy coat.
Summary
Washing the dog is an important part of maintaining the dog's well-being, and it can also be fun for both the owner and the dog when done correctly. Here are Kultaturri's instructions summarized:
- Do not wash a tangled coat: Tangles may tighten during washing. Detangle before washing or book an appointment for grooming.
- Prepare the wash carefully: Allocate sufficient time and consider the dog's comfort. Use a non-slip mat if necessary.
- Thoroughly wet the coat: Ensure that the water is lukewarm and thoroughly wet the coat before applying shampoo.
- Use dog shampoo correctly: Use shampoo intended for dogs and follow the instructions on the package. Some shampoos need to be diluted with water.
- Dry the dog thoroughly: Allow the dog to shake off the excess water and then dry it with a towel. Use a dryer or a blow dryer if necessary, but be cautious of too hot air.
- Care after washing: Brush the dog's coat after washing to keep it beautiful and healthy.
- Remember that every dog is an individual and requires personalized care. Be patient and adapt the washing process to your dog's needs.
Thank you for reading the article, and you can find Kultaturri's entire writing here. If you live near Espoo, it is also worth checking out Kultaturri's grooming services.
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