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Lesson 2 – Bathing & Grooming. Veterinary Science Mr. Dieckhoff. How do you get ready in the morning?. Do you brush your hair? How? Do you take a shower or bath?. Brushing Techniques. Use Slicker Type Brush for longhaired dogs and cats Use a bristled brush for shorthaired dogs and cats
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Lesson 2 – Bathing & Grooming Veterinary Science Mr. Dieckhoff
How do you get ready in the morning? • Do you brush your hair? How? • Do you take a shower or bath?
Brushing Techniques • Use Slicker Type Brush for longhaired dogs and cats • Use a bristled brush for shorthaired dogs and cats • Shedding blade – remove coat
Removing Mats & Burrs • Wire Comb • Mat Splitter • Electric hair clipper
Bathing • Proper restrain is the KEY • Never leave unattended in tub (especially retrained) • Shampoo should have at least 5 minutes contact time with skin • Wear eye-wear and apron • Start at head and move to tail • Cats – use mat so can grab onto • Cage dryers – not too long • Cologne – used during client pick up
Trimming Nails • Anatomy • Dewclaws • Nail Clippers • Be sharp, not crush • Use silver nitrate if cut into quick
Ear Care • Anatomy • First step should be a veterinarian examination • Remove hair from within the ear canal • Clean debris with a cotton ball
Eye Care • Use cotton ball and water
Anal glands • Gentle external pressure • Full glands are irritating to dog – scooting across the ground
Questions Complete the worksheet using the Bathing and Dipping Dogs and Cats Packet