All dogs need routine grooming regardless if they're the shortest of short hair breeds, have a wirehair coat, or long, silky layers. Come visit us at Dog Day Afternoon in Mascoutah, IL for all of your pup grooming needs. You'll find shampoos, brushes, coat conditioners, and more on our counters that are created to keep your dog's coat and skin looking shiny, clean, and healthy. Not exactly sure which product is right for your dog? Give us a call and our experienced team can walk you through the various choices that are available, which ones are the best for your dog's kind or hair coat, and the results they produce.
The Importance of Picking the Right Shampoo for Your Pup:
You may be enticed to use human-grade shampoo on your dog for the sake of convenience. The problem is, human-grade shampoo isn't formulated for use on anything other than your scalp and hair. Dogs have special hair and skin needs that require shampoos and conditioners with distinct formulations such as dry skin relief, insect-repelling properties, or even dry coat cleansers for the times when you can't give your dog a complete bath.
Think of the idea that your pup is ikely to roll in the garbage, pick up fleas or ticks, or get dry, itchy spots, and it soon becomes apparent why you really need coat products that are made to address these challenges. Human-grade shampoo won't consist of the correct ingredients to de-scent, treat dryness, or eliminate unwanted hitchhikers. At Dog Day Afternoon, we stock a variety of dog grooming products that meet your needs to keep your dog smelling nice and looking great.
Dog coats come in an array of textures with hair follicles differing from pin straight to tight curls. Therefore, it's crucial to use the appropriate brushes and combs for your dog's coat. Some dogs grow dense undercoats while others have almost no undercoat whatsoever. All coats require the correct type of brush to reduce pulling out healthy hair and avoid skin injury. Your dog may enjoy a good scratching with the brush, or they may be thin-skinned and need the lightest of touches. If you're uncertain of what types of brushes are best for the job, don't hesitate to ask our experts at Dog Day Afternoon in Mascoutah. Stop in or give us a call at (618) 448-0374 to discuss the type of coat and certain issues your dog has. We'll show you what brushes and combs are the best for your dog.
