Bathing your pet, while not as relaxing as lighting some aromatherapy candles and soaking the way that we humans do, can still be a special bonding ritual that you and your dog can look forward to together. Bathing is a builder of trust and lets your dog know how much you care and how loved they are. You should never rush through a bath or scrub and lather too hard or fast—you want it to be as relaxing an experience as possible. Here are some important Pure Puppy bathing points to ensure the most pampering for your dog.
- Make sure to brush or comb your dog on a daily basis—this prevents tangles and matting, makes for better bathing results and distributes your dogs natural oils through the hair shaft. Make sure to be gentle and do not over brush—a few minutes is sufficient. If your dog has a coat that has mats a great pre wash treatment is our Snuggle Leave In Protectant. When sprayed directly on the matted area it softens the coat and allows for easier removal.
- We recommend that you entirely wet your dog and then apply Purify Gentle Cleansing Wash. Since Pure Puppy does not have any sulfates, detergents or harsh foaming agents, you will not see the kind of lathering effect that other, synthetic dog shampoos produce. What you will see is a soft, creamy lather that when rinsed well, leaves the skin and coat soft, smooth, clean and refreshed.
- The next step in your dogs bathing ritual is the application of Cuddle Nourishing Conditioner. This vitamin and nutirent rich formula glides through the coat and should be worked into the skin. Once completely worked through your dogs coat, it is recommended that you leave it set for five minutes to fully penetrate the hair shaft. Rinse well.
- Drying your dog... if your dog is a lucky one and has short hair that can easily be towel dried, you are finished with your bathing ritual! If your dog has a thicker, longer coat and needs to be air dried—you have a bit longer! Before you start the air drying process, a great way to add more nourishment and protection to your dog's skin and coat is to lightly spritz Snuggle Leave In Protectant. This revolutionary product is a super cocktail of vitamins, minerals and botanicals that provides an instant surge of moisture and imparts protection from the sun and the environment. Use throughout the day when the coat is dry for more protection, especially if your dog spends a lot of time outside and use as a freshener as it is available in an array of natural, fruit infused flavors as Snuggle contains a natural bio-active enzyme that neutralizes odors.
