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How Often Should I Give My Dog A Bath?

by Matt LeClair on Dec 22, 2009

The question of how often you should give your dog a bath has been discussed and is still a topic of debate for many dog owners throughout the world.  The frequency at which you should give your dog a bath really depends on a number of factors.  Some of those factors include your dogs coat condition, skin condition, type of coat, and other important factors.  All of these will have affect how often you give your dog a bath. Perhaps one of the biggest factors that deals with whether or not you need to give your dog a bath is the condition of his or her coat.  This really depends on the lifestyle that your dog leads.  If your dog is constantly outdoors during the warmer periods of the year, then they are more likely to get dirty and require a bath.  For example, if your dog walks through a mud puddle or swims in a lake that is full of algae or a dirty pond, then you'll want to give him or her a bath in order to remove the algae, dirt, and other foreign...Read More >>