All dogs need routine grooming regardless if they're the shortest of short hair breeds, have a wirehair coat, or long, luxurious layers. Come visit us at Barkley's Pet Market in Hardy, VA for all of your pup grooming needs. You'll find shampoos, brushes, coat conditioners, and more on our shelves that are designed to keep your dog's coat and skin looking bright, clean, and healthy. Uncertain which solution is right for your pup? Give us a ring and our qualified staff can walk you through the several options that are available, which ones are the best for your dog's breed or hair coat, and the benefits they produce.
The Importance of Selecting the Proper Shampoo for Your Pup:
You may be lured to use human-grade shampoo on your dog for the sake of convenience. The problem is, human-grade shampoo isn't developed for use on anything other than your scalp and hair. Dogs have distinct hair and skin needs that call for shampoos and conditioners with distinct formulations such as dry skin relief, insect-repelling properties, or perhaps dry coat cleaners for the times when you can't give your dog a full bath.
Think about the idea that your pup is ikely to roll in the garbage, get fleas or ticks, or get dry, scratchy spots, and it soon becomes evident why you should have coat products that are designed to tackle these challenges. Human-grade shampoo won't consist of the proper ingredients to de-scent, heal dryness, or deal with unwanted hitchhikers. At Barkley's Pet Market, we offer a range of dog grooming supplies that satisfy your needs to keep your dog smelling great and looking great.
Dog coats come in a range of textures with hair follicles ranging from pin straight to tight curls. Therefore, it's vital to use the right brushes and combs for your dog's coat. Many dogs grow compact undercoats while others have practically no undercoat at all. All coats need the correct type of brush to minimize pulling out healthy hair and prevent skin injury. Your dog may take pleasure in a good scratching with the brush, or they may be thin-skinned and need 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 Barkley's Pet Market in Hardy. Stop in or give us a call at (540) 346-2277 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.