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| If your dog's hair tends to tangle, now is the perfect time to add conditioner. After rinsing out the shampoo, put in the conditioner and let it stand for a few minutes (according to the label's directions). Then rinse out the conditioner the same way you did the shampoo. If your dog has had a close encounter with a skunk, most pet stores sell products specifically designed to combat the odorous mess. If you can't get to the pet store right away, massage enough tomato juice, watered-down tomato paste, or vinegar into the animal's fur to thoroughly wet it to the skin. Rinse, then shampoo the dog. It's best to follow this bath with a skunk-specific treatment as soon as possible. |
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Use fresh, lukewarm water to rinse your dog. Once again, test the water temperature first. If your dog has a heavy coat, try scraping the lather off before rinsing. You can do this with the back of a comb or brush, or with your hand. Holding the hose and nozzle or water container with one hand, pour fresh water over the dog while kneading the soap out with the other hand. Check for soap residue by looking for bubbles when squeezing the hair. If there are any bubbles, keep rinsing. A thorough rinsing is necessary to properly clean your dog and to prevent soap residue from dulling the coat or causing potential skin problems. Also, if your dog senses residue, he or she will probably try to lick it off. Shampoo, especially flea shampoo, isn't meant to be ingested.
Adding a small amount of vinegar or lemon juice to the rinse water will help wash away strong odors. You can also use baking soda, which will leave your pet's coat softer and shinier.
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Rinse your dog
