Taking your pet to the spa can be very expensive and time consuming, but you don’t have to pay big bucks to get your dog into a special spa. In fact, you can do your own spa treatment right at home. It’s a great way to bond with your dog and since most dogs prefer to hang out with their own humans, this is something that your dog is bound to enjoy.
What You’ll Need
There are a few essentials that you’ll need in order to give your canine friend a good experience. Items such as a comb or brush, shampoo and towels are all a very necessary part of bathing your pet. However, these are just the basics. To make the at home spa treatment something different from a normal bath, here are a few items that will make the whole experience better.
- Lavender scented conditioner. Make sure it’s formulated for dogs and don’t try using human conditioner which can burn sensitive skin.
- Music. Most pets really enjoy music and this can have a calming effect on both of you.
- Detangler spray. This is very helpful if your dog has long hair that tends to mat in the bath.
- Removable […]
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