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However, if you don't have one available in your area or just want to save some money, you can give your dog a basic grooming at home. Grooming Your Dog Before the Bath 1.Gather your grooming materials. Make sure to have everything you need in one place before you begin the task at hand. Comb out your dog first. Combing your dog's coat daily or every other day will keep most mats at bay. Be careful under the belly, as it is a sensitive area, and don't forget to comb the tail. While you are combing, if you find a tangle, use a brush and try to work out the tangle. You can brush short-haired dogs with simple tools like curry brushes or gloves. Comb and brush medium- to long-coated dogs with more specialized tools like a steel comb, slicker, a pin brush, or an undercoat rake. Praise your dog as you're brushing. Reward calm, quiet behavior to encourage more of it. You may want to include a treat to reward the dog for good behavior Give the dog breaks as needed. Make the experience fun by giving your pet breaks from time to time, giving praise, treats, pets, and even a little bit of play. This is especially important with a puppy, which can be trained from a young age to tolerate this much handling well. Clear the dog's eyes. White-haired breeds or those with large eyes that water a lot may need more maintenance in this area than others. Long-haired or white-haired dogs may need special attention to make sure that all gunk is out of the coat, as they may get tear stains. Don't try to trim hair away from the eyes yourself, as you might injure your pet. Brush the dog's teeth. Ideally, brushing your dog’s teeth every day with dog toothpaste is the route to healthy teeth and gums. Use dog toothpaste instead of human products, so you don't poison your dog with fluoride. If there is any chance that you may get bitten by your dog, do NOT attempt to brush your pet’s teeth. Start by placing a small amount of dog toothpaste on your finger and spreading it across the teeth for a few seconds.