All dogs require regular grooming regardless if they're the shortest of short hair breeds, have a wirehair coat, or long, luxurious layers. Come visit us at The Barkery in Belleville, IL for all of your dog grooming needs. You'll find shampoos, brushes, coat conditioners, and more on our shelves that are developed to keep your dog's coat and skin looking shiny, clean, and healthy. Uncertain which solution is right for your dog? Give us a ring and our qualified team can walk you through the several choices that are available, which ones are the best for your dog's breed or hair coat, and the results they produce.
The Importance of Selecting the Right Shampoo for Your Dog:
You might be tempted to use human-grade shampoo on your dog for the sake of convenience. The problem is, human-grade shampoo isn't created for use on anything other than your scalp and hair. Dogs have unique 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 full bath.
Think of the idea that your pup is ikely to roll in the garbage, get fleas or ticks, or get dry, itchy spots, and it quickly becomes evident why you need coat products that are designed to tackle these challenges. Human-grade shampoo won't contain the appropriate components to de-scent, heal dryness, or eliminate unwanted hitchhikers. At The Barkery, we offer a range of dog grooming supplies that meet your needs to keep your dog smelling great and looking good.
Dog coats come in a variety of textures with hair follicles differing from pin straight to tight curls. Therefore, it's important to use the appropriate brushes and combs for your dog's coat. Several dogs grow dense undercoats while others have virtually no undercoat whatsoever. All coats need the best type of brush to minimize pulling out healthy hair and avoid skin injury. Your dog may appreciate a good scratching with the brush, or they may be thin-skinned and require the lightest of touches. If you're unsure of what types of brushes are best for the job, don't hesitate to ask our professionals at The Barkery in Belleville. Drop in or give us a call at (618) 364-5790 to discuss the type of coat and particular issues your dog has. We'll show you what brushes and combs are the very best for your dog.
