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Exercise and grooming are as necessary as feeding and taking your dog to be relieved. They are 2 basic needs that you as an owner are going to have to get used to and make a daily routine for.

Dogs and even puppies don’t mind to play and cuddle indoors with their owners but to be truly happy and most of all healthy both physically and mentally, they have to have daily exercise! This is not to say that you have to give them a “doggie boot camp” style workout, but you should walk your dog or puppy each day. Some dog breeds may require 2 brisk walks or a nice jog. Exercise also develops their socialization skills.

In addition to walks and jogs, you will want to provide your beloved pooch with some physical games such as catch and retrieve, frisbee, trips to a dog park or a secured area where they can run freely and play with other dogs, and other games. Some dogs because of their high energy levels require alot more robust activities such as hikes, carrying weighted loads, longer walks and jogs, ect. Keep in mind that a dog’s muscle and skeletal systems are fully developed at 18 months of age.

When it comes to grooming, no dog is alike! All dog breeds have different grooming needs. Some dogs have very close to their skin coats and only require a brushing every few days to remove dead or dried hairs. Other dogs require brushing every day and frequent baths. There are even some breeds that have special “cuts” that have to be maintained every other week or so. Depending on what breed of dog you may have, you will have to work in a grooming routine. If you have a dog that has a very close to the skin coat, you already know that maintenance is low. You only need to bathe your dog once ever so often. You will also want to look into picking up some dog pajamas for your dog.

However, if you have a breed that has a longer, more dense thick coat, you will want to brush every day or every other day depending on your dog and bathe once a month for sure. There are many products both in pet stores and online web stores specializing in dog grooming that offer skin and coat conditioners to keep in the essential oils that keep your dog’s coat shiny and healthy. Be sure to view these dog crates as soon as you get a chance.

Grooming is not just about making your dog smell and look good! No, grooming is good for another reason: Shedding. All dogs shed. Some do it less and some do it quite often and more. So by brushing and grooming your dog you minimize the amount of dead and dry dog hair that is not only on them but all over your home as well. Your local dog groomer can be a great resource because depending on your needs and how your dog behaves during grooming, they can advise you on what kind of cut and how much grooming time you will need and how often. You will definitely want to check out cheap dog clothing for your puppy right now.

For instance, if you have a curly-haired dog, they shed less with a sport type clip. If you haven’t decided on a breed of dog, grooming is one thing to keep in mind when choosing a dog. Some breeds need a little and some need alot…it’s all up to you!