7 Dog Grooming Products To Keep Your Dog in Top Shape

As humans, we feel our best when we look our best. Believe it or not, the same goes for your favourite canine. Nothing’s better than a good groom to make them feel cherished and important.

You may be the type of dog owner who budgets in a bi-weekly groom for your pup. With the pandemic’s recent lockdown orders, most dog owners have to set up shop at home and get the job done themselves.

There’s one way to ensure your dog grooming time is concise and effective: owning the best dog grooming products. Stick around for the top seven essential grooming tools you should invest in [if not already] to keep your dog—of any shape or size—clean and healthy.

1. Dog grooming clippers (for your furry friend)

Getting a set of dog clippers is essential to keeping your hairy one intact. It’s best to keep these visible and close—depending on your pup [especially the long-haired ones]—so that they don’t suffer from matting, tangling, discomfort, or sight restrictions.

If you’re new to home grooming but want your trim to look as sharp as the professionals’, your best options are:

• Wahl Lithium Ion Pro Series Cordless Animal Clippers 
• WenTop 3-Speed Dog Clippers 
• VISSON 2 in 1 Clipper Kit 

2. De-shedding and dog grooming brush

Most dogs shed regularly—and some more than others. That’s why owning a dog brush, specifically to tend to excessive shredding, is important. This will save you a lot of additional cleaning time as these brushes are great at catching all of the loose hairs. There are particular styles that work best with different types of fur, but here’s a good place to start:

• Paws & Pals Best in Show Deshedding Tool
• Pet Teezer De-shedding and Dog Grooming Brush
• Furminator dog de-shedding tool

3. Professional dog shampoo and optional conditioner 

The best dog shampoo helps to prevent skin irritations, infections and any potential hidden lodgers in your dog's fur. It may be helpful to find a cleansing shampoo with conditioning properties. This way, your dog is never completely stripped of moisture, and less susceptible to experiencing excessive dryness.

• Wahl Canada Dog Puppy Odour Control Shampoo
• Burt’s Bees for Dogs Calming Shampoo with Lavender and Green Tea
• Arm & Hammer Super Deodorizing Shampoo in Kiwi Blossom

4. High-performance microfibre dog towel 

Microfibre towels cut your dog’s drying time in half at the end of the grooming process. They are lightweight, easy to clean, super absorbent, and perfect for any dog of any size. You’re doing yourself a huge favour if you choose to buy one of these. 

• Paws & Presto extra large high-performance microfibre dog towel
• The Snuggly Dog Microfiber Dog Towel
• Soggy Doggy Super Shammy

5. Animal-friendly dog mist 

Just like we humans enjoy a good spritz of perfume or cologne, your dog appreciates a fresh scent. It’s important to find a scent that isn’t too overbearing, yet can linger for hours, no matter where your dog goes, or what they do.

• Poof! Magical Deodorizing Spray 
• Animology Heaven Scent Dog Body Mist
• Isle of Dogs Odor Neutralizing Sprays

6. Toothbrush and toothpaste kit 

Many dogs have already developed indicators of gum disease before they reach four years of age. When a dog’s mouth is unhealthy, the rest of its body is potentially affected as bacteria enters the bloodstream, deteriorating internal organs. Stay on top of your dog’s dental with these suggested brands: 

• Zymox Oratene Brushless Enzymatic Oral Care Therapy Dental Gel for Dogs & Cats
• ARM & HAMMER™ Clinical Pet Care Dog Toothpaste & Brush Set
• RADIUS USDA Organic Canine Pet Toothpaste 

7. Claw clippers

Dog claws grow quickly, and the last thing you want is for these to mark up your hardwood floors! Stay on top of claw clipping with the best dog clippers that delicately address one of the most sensitive areas of your canine’s body. You won’t regret this investment—and you may have to use it more often than you may think. 

• Gonicc Dog & Cat Pets Nail Clippers and Trimmers 
• Caseeto Dog Nail Clippers with Nail File
• BOIROS Pet Nail Grinder Set

Get Your Furry Friend Groomed at Barking Good

At Barking Good, we care deeply about your dog’s health and hygiene. Until things fully open back up and you feel comfortable enough to visit us again, we trust that you are taking the necessary steps to maintain your pup’s health in this time of transition—and we’re willing to accompany you every step of the way.

Never done this before? Not comfortable grooming your dog on your own? No problem at all. Book an appointment with one of our dog groomers and we’ll take care of it for you.