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

Is this lady bathing this dog correctly?

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

Cage Dryer

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