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sarah
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« on: March 01, 2008, 09:50:28 AM »


   Grooming is one of the important activities to be known well by the chihuahua owner. If the chihuahua owner is not aware of the grooming, then the chihuahua may encounter many types of diseases. First steps of grooming consists of activities like maintenance of coat, nails and ears.  The maintenance of the coat mainly consists of enrichment measures like proper bathing, combing, drying of skin by dryers, and more. The animal need not be bathed daily and this helps to protect the skin’s characteristics like insulation feature.

   Use conditioners and shampoos that are meant for chihuahuas.  Combing needs to be carried out with a soft brush meant for use in case of chihuahuas. There are varieties of brushes available and depending on the type of breeds, one can use the concerned brush.  This grooming of the coat by a comb needs to be carried out daily and the fallen hair if any needs to be placed in dust bin always.

   Otherwise, when the chihuahua owners switch on the fan, the hair will fly and may enter the nostrils of persons. Always don’t clip too much because this may lead to injuries of nail always. Similarly, you need to carry all the materials required for the clipping with you before the start of the procedure.

   Use a sharp clipper designed for use in case of chihuahuas. It is better to have the chihuahua on the raised place and hence, the control of the animal is easier. Ear canals are to be checked up frequently and sterile cotton may be used for cleaning purposes. Grooming associated guidelines need to be followed strictly by the chihuahua owners. 

   Nail-maintenance is one of the first steps of grooming activities. Live nail areas can be easily clipped away and are always light colored than the reddish area of the nail in the higher position. During the holding of your chihuahua's feet by you, always have a firm grip. If not, the chihuahua will take an upper hand during the clipping and some injury may occur.

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« Reply #1 on: December 20, 2010, 08:23:35 PM »

Oatmeal soap will keep the coat moistened and not dry. This is a wonder soap and I suggest using it to your chi.
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« Reply #2 on: December 24, 2010, 01:01:05 PM »

Thanks for this tip..... i will try it out  Smiley
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« Reply #3 on: March 04, 2011, 08:35:03 AM »

You are most welcome, Sarah. Hey, I missed you! How's life with you and your chi? Chappy is getting stronger with the agility classes.
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