It doesn’t take long for dogs to get dirty! The trouble is, bathing your dog is a lot of work. Instead, try and keep your dog’s fur as clean as possible for as long as possible.

You can’t keep your dog’s coat clean forever, but dog-friendly wipes can come in handy. They can clean up small messes as they occur, which means you don’t have to run a bath every time your dog gets a little dirty.

Have a drooly breed? You probably deal with a dog that has pretty gross fur on his chest. Prevent this from happening in the first place by having your dog wear a bandana. The bandana traps all the drool and can be removed and thrown in the washing machine.

If it’s time for your dog to have a bath, ask your Small Animal Medicine & Surgery for a list of recommended groomers in your area.