Easy and Helpful Grooming Tips for Your Bichon Frise

The Bichon Frise are generally high maintenance dogs and require a lot of grooming and care. Since grooming a Bichon Frise can be quite a task, pet owners may sometimes require the help of professional groomers. It takes considerable time to learn and master the techniques of dog grooming in the case of Bichons. That being said, there are many grooming tasks that can be carried out by pet owners.

One of the most important tasks is taking care of your pet's fur. A Bichon's fur is long and curly and it tends to mat easily, especially if your pet has been playing outside. It is essential to brush your dog's fur occasionally with a soft brush to remove tangles. They also need to be taken to professional groomers frequently for trimming since they do not shed their fur. Trimming is more important in case of long bangs that grow on the Bichon's face as if they are not trimmed they can irritate their eyes and also lead to difficulty in seeing.

Grooming a Bichon Frise

The next important task is bathing. In case of Bichons, they need to be bathed only once in a month as they are house dogs and they do not tend to get dirty easily. Having said that, you can also give him a quick bathe as and when they become dirty. For example, when your dog gets muddy or his fur becomes matted after a long session outdoors. When bathing your dog, use a mild dog shampoo. Using shampoo will also help in getting rid of fleas or tick on his body. After the bath, you can dry your pet with a dry towel although using a hair dryer on a low cool setting, can give best results.

Bichons have round large eyes and they easily tear up leading to the formation of tear stains. You can wipe these stains by using a cotton swab or a damp cloth dipped in water. You can also use eye cleaning solutions, which you can get in your local pet store. If you are unsure as to what solution to use, your veterinarian will be able to help you choose. Apart from their eyes, dental care is also necessary for Bichons, as improper dental care can often lead to bad teeth and in many cases periodontal diseases, like gingivitis. You must brush your dog's teeth at least 2-3 times a week to keep them healthy and white. It is always recommended that you use toothpastes and toothbrushes specially provided for dogs as these are much safer. You can get these from your local pet store.

Nail clipping is also one of the essential parts of grooming a Bichon Frise. When clipping nails, you must ensure that you are not clipping too close to the quick of the nails. Clipping the quick, can lead to pain and can cause bleeding. This will expose the nail bed to dirt and bacteria, and can also lead to infection. To be safe, it is always good to use special dog clippers. These clippers are blunt and are a lot more effective than regular clippers. If you are still unsure a professional groomer can also carry out this procedure.

Even though grooming a Bichon Frise can be quite a task, the process itself, can help you to develop a deep bond with your pet, and the end result is often worth all the effort.