5 LARGE DOG BREEDS AND HOW TO GROOM THEM

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5 LARGE DOG BREEDS AND HOW TO GROOM THEM

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• When it comes to keeping dogs as pets some people
  prefer large dogs over small dogs. Large dogs do
  have their share of benefits over small sized dog
  breeds because other than being just a pet they
  also play different roles such as security dogs,
  herding dogs, help to the disabled and much more.
  Here is a list of 5 Large Dog Breeds and How to
  Groom Them.

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1. LABRADOR RETRIEVER

• The Labrador Retriever called simply as Labrador
  or Labs, are the most popular dogs not only in
  America but also in countries all over the world.
  This dog plays various roles such as a companion,
  guide dog, service dog, show dog, hunting dog,
  search and rescue dog, etc.
•  Labradors enjoy being in the company of children
  which make them a family friendly dog.
• These dogs love being outdoors and also like to
  participate in various activities such as
  swimming, going for long walks, etc.
• Labradors need very basic pet grooming but it has
  to be done regularly. Their coats need frequent
  brushing to decrease the amount of shedding. They
  also need to be bathed once in two weeks unless
  they get too dirty and their nails need to be
  trimmed. You also have to check their ears for
  any infection and have to brush their teeth two
  to three times a week.

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2. GERMAN SHEPHERD

• The German Shepherd is a large sized breed of
  working dog that had its origins from Germany.
  Until 1977 it was also known as the Alsatian in
  Britain. These dogs are considered as one of the
  smartest of the dog breeds and are also are
  obedient, intelligent, and easily trained.
•  Since they are one of the most versatile dog
  breeds in the world, they are often employed in
  military, search and rescue and police roles.
  When trained well, these dogs are regarded as a
  safe breed and make for a good family pet. Since
  they were originally herding dogs, German
  Shepherds need a good amount of exercise every
  day.
• German Shepherds are low maintenance dogs
  however, they do need to be groomed regularly.
  You also have to brush their coats frequently to
  remove dead hair, reduce shedding and to avoid
  matting. Use our recommended brushes. They need
  to be bathed just once every three months and
  their ears need to be frequently checked for
  infections. German Shepherds have short nails so
  you dont need to trim them very often.

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3. GOLDEN RETRIEVER

• The Golden Retriever is one of the most popular
  dog breeds all over the world. They were
  originally bred as hunting dogs and got the
  name retriever because of their skill to fetch
  the game without harming them, due to their
  delicate mouth.
• Golden Retrievers are intelligent which is why
  they make great working dogs. They can also be
  seen playing different roles such as hearing dogs
  for the deaf, seeing-eye dogs for the blind,
  hunting and detection dogs, as well as search and
  rescue dogs. These dogs have a very friendly
  nature which makes them a favourite among
  families. Although they love to be indoors, they
  do require to exercise regularly. 
• Golden Retrievers need to be groomed frequently.
  You need to brush them weekly to control their
  shedding and to maintain their double coat. These
  dogs need to be bathed quite often and their
  nails need to be trimmed twice a month. Other
  than that, you need to check their ears for any
  infections and their eyes, nose, and mouth for
  any inflammation.

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4. STANDARD POODLE

• The Standard Poodle known simply as Poodle is one
  of the most admired dog breeds in the world and
  they come in three different sizes such as
  standard, toy, and mini. The Standard Poodle was
  recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887
  and was later bred down to the miniature and toy
  size poodles.
• This dog is considered as the second most
  intelligent dog after the Border Collie and is
  also very easy to train. The Standard Poodle is a
  crowd-pleaser and so is great with families and
  children. These dogs need a lot of exercise and
  activity, so it is not recommended to keep them
  if you are a busy person.
• The Standard Poodle needs frequent grooming
  although they dont shed much. This is because
  they have hair and not fur which tends to get
  knotted up if not brushed daily. It is also
  recommended to use a good quality shampoo for
  dogs while bathing your Standard Poodle. Do check
  our range of shampoos. The basic Dog grooming
  like trimming nails, brushing teeth and checking
  eyes and ears for infections also need to be done
  for these dogs.

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5. ROTTWEILER

• The Rottweiler doesnt have a very good
  reputation since it has always been depicted in a
  negative character in movies and on television.
  But in reality, the Rottweiler is quite the
  opposite and is a very popular large dog breed.
• These dogs were initially bred as herding dogs
  but today it has various roles such as service
  dog, guard dog, police dog, etc. Rottweilers are
  loyal, friendly and extremely intelligent. They
  get along with children and other pets so they
  will be great for your family.
• Rottweilers are one of the easiest dogs to groom.
  However, you have to brush their coats daily to
  prevent shedding. They dont need to be bathed
  frequently unless they get very dirty. You have
  to brush their teeth once a week and trim their
  nails at least once a month.

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