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| Posted: 28 August 2008 06:48 AM |
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Is it advisable to shave a dog in summer? Does it help keep it cooler?
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| Posted: 28 August 2008 08:42 PM |
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I am against shaving your pet for the summer months because dogs don't sweat to cool themselves the way people do, so they don't need exposed skin to stay cool.
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| Posted: 08 October 2008 09:19 PM |
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Well it will only do look good in your dog in the appearance. But in summertime try to give them more water and it is also good if you put ice on it.
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| Posted: 25 October 2008 05:41 PM |
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When I trimmed my lab's hair this summer, he played more and didn't pant as much. He seemed so much happier. I live in Texas and it got to 103 outside.
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| Posted: 26 October 2008 07:18 PM |
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Its cooler for dogs and it also give them the look of cleanliness ad good grooming.
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| Posted: 28 November 2008 12:43 PM |
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Well what I have read chnage my mind and it is not advisable for dogs to be shaven during the summer. It will expose your dogs to sunlight, insect bites and other skin diseases. Because its furs are the protection to those complications and is an insulation thru heat and coldness.
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| Posted: 28 November 2008 10:02 PM |
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Yes that is truly correct. The furs of the dogs acts as their shield to weather conditon like summer and winter time. One advise durin summer seems most of the pets are dealing with heat stroke just dont let them dehydrated. Put ice on their water so that it cools there body.
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| Posted: 30 March 2009 11:40 PM |
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Yes, try to trim the hair of your pets whenever on a summertime. Pets are prone to heat stroke and needs hydration to keep tem fit.
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| Posted: 07 April 2009 05:56 PM |
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Yes, trimming your dog’s hair during summer is good for your pet. It could give them better ventilation and keep them from getting a heat stroke.
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| Posted: 08 April 2009 06:26 PM |
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James how often do you trim your dogs hair?
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| Posted: 13 April 2009 12:50 AM |
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In my opinion, you should shave your dog's hair twice a year. You can shave it on spring and summer.
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| Posted: 15 April 2009 06:12 PM |
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I will consider that joy, thanks for your opinion. I’m now planning to go to the grooming shop and have my pet get a trim.
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| Posted: 22 April 2009 11:24 PM |
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It really depends on your dog’s hair. Each breed of dog has its own different hair. Some dogs have naturally long and full hair and some don’t. If your dog has long full hair, I think you should trim or shave 4 times a year.
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| Posted: 24 April 2009 12:23 AM |
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I bring them to the grooming shop at least twice a year for their hair job. Usually, I give them a trim before summer and after winter.
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How much would it cost for a complete groom for your dog?
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A complete makeover of your dog including shaving could cost from $80 - $100. This is expensive and it will benefit you and your dog.
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Yes, that's expensive. I better take care of my dog rather than taking them to a dog grooming shop. Soap, shampoo and grooming kit can only cost around $30.
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