Pet Care Articles from PETCO

Dog - Grooming

Healthy Skin and Fur
Your pooch may be thick-furred, but she's also thin-skinned. Take these tips to ensure your canine's health isn't only skin-deep. There's more to your dog's coat than the soft or scruffy feel of it. Fur insulates your dog from the elements, protects her ...

Cleaning Your Dog's Eyes, Ears, Teeth and Toes
Baths and brushings are great, but your pup's eyes, ears, teeth, and toes need special care too. Here are the essentials. If you've adopted an adult or older dog who isn't used to being groomed, start by gently handling her legs, feet, mouth, ears, and ...

Bathing Your Puppy
So, you're ready to give your puppy her first bath. That's great, because the sooner you start to bathe your pet, the sooner she'll learn to tolerate it. Be prepared to get a little wet yourself and follow these tips to keep your canine companion clean. ...

Proper Grooming for Your Pet
Every dog, no matter how long or short their coat is, needs regular grooming. Proper grooming plays an important part in the overall care of your pet. Grooming not only makes your pet look better, it contributes to his or her physiological and ...

A Shiny Coat: Nutrition is Key
If your pet's coat looking dull? Find out how to put back that shine.

Bathing Your Dog
Bathing is rarely a favorite past time of dog or owner, but every dog can benefit from an occasional bath.

Grooming Your Dog
A PETCO Companion Animal Care Sheet developed with and approved by a Qualified Veterinarian Grooming is an important part of dog care. Regular grooming can prevent many issues before they begin, like severe matting. Be certain to research the grooming ...