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Dogs are loving and loyal pets and in return they deserve lots of love and attention.  You can keep their coats in good condition by using a dog brush regularly to remove dirt and knots and stimulate natural oils that keep their coat shiny.  Dog grooming is generally a simple process involving brushing and checking of eyes, ears, teeth and nails.  Pet grooming supplies are easily come by in any good pet store where they can also give you information and advice.

However, if you don’t feel too comfortable with doing all this yourself then it is easy to employ a professional dog groomer.  They will undertake more complex tasks such as removing a coat that is beginning to shed using a shedding blade.  A shedding blade should only be used on a dog with a shorter coat and it will help to reduce matting and remove loose hair.