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If your dog gets really dirty or has acquired an odor, use these steps to bathe him or her:
Step 1: Brush you dog and gently plug each ear with a cotton ball. Place him in a tub or basin with a nonskid surface. Hold the collar firmly, then pour lukewarm water over his body, being careful to leave his head dry. If you bathe you dog outdoors, don't use water from the garden hose. Cold water will chill your dog and make bathing an unpleasant experience.
Step 2: Use a dog shampoo to soap the body. Work up a lather, talking to your dog and praising him as you work. When he's well lathered, move to his head, being careful to keep shampoo out of his eyes, ears, and mouth.
Step 3: Rinse and dry the head, then rinse the body. When the water runs clear, rinse one more time. Dry your dog with towels and then remove the cotton plugs from his ears. If your dog has healthy skin, you can dry him further with a hair dryer set on low or warm.
Helpful Hints:
Bathe your dog if he's dirty or smells, but avoid giving him too many baths so you don't dry out his skin and coat.
Comb your dog's coat well before bathing.
Use shampoo designed just for dogs.
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