i have a new puppy he,s a terrier about three months i wanted to know how often do you give them a bath?

Answer 1

No matter what breed or age your dog might be it is very important to remember that you should NOT give your dog frequent baths and you especially have to pay attention to NOT using a strong shampoo (which, no matter what anyone tells you, MUST NOT be a shampoo for humans).
Once a month is ideal (some vets even say every two months). The reason for this time precaution is that dog skin and hair is sensitive to chemicals and it is not a part of their natural state to take baths on a regular basis. Especially if a dog is young, since he/she is prone to catching colds, vomiting and having a fever or diarrhea since his/her organism is still getting used to its' environment. Sort of like having a human baby. No need to panic, you just need to be careful since your dog is still very delicate and fragile.
If you give your dog a bath more than once a month - his/her skin and hair might become irritated, flaky, dry etc. And then it will become oilier as time goes by which puts you in an enchanted circle, if you get my point. Less than a month will result in the dog’s hygiene deteriorating not to mention bad smell. Also, whence giving your puppy a bath, make it an enjoyable experience 'cause you don't want to traumatize the pup and have it become scared of water. Rinse the shampoo off really well and try to reach all parts of her/his body EXCEPT FOR THE HEAD. Dogs can get severe ear infections or even partially loose their hearing if water goes directly inside. Instead, use a moist washcloth and gently clean the inside of the ear.
DO NOT BLOWDRY YOUR DOGS' COAT. Again, no matter what anyone tells you - YOUR DOG DOES NOT ENJOY THIS AND NEVER WILL as it also makes his/her coat dry and coarse. Instead rub it after the bath with towels and make sure the room temperature is set to normal. Oh, and depending on the personality of your dog, he/she might become hyperactive after the bath. This reaction is just due to the fact that:
a) They're happy to be released from the torture in the bathtub ;)
b) They know they're clean and loving it.

Use the opportunity when washing your dog to brush his/her teeth. Buy a really soft toothbrush and dog toothpaste. Don't force your dogs' mouth open, just pull up on the floppy skin around it and brush the tips of the teeth. If you get the gums, they'll start bleeding. You can avoid all of this by buying breath spray for dogs.

Good luck with the puppy!

Answer 2

Dogs usually get a bath every 6 months .

If you want to be super good though bath the dog no more than once a month or thier coat will dry up.

As for a puppy it is a good idea to get him used to being bathed as young as possible - just to make life easier on you when he's bigger.

It doesn't have to be a full on bath either - just a rinse (no soap) that way his coat won't get dry and the puppy gets used to bath time

Answer 3

There really is no set time that you SHOULD give your pet a bath.

It's great to give your dog a bath, with pet sensative products (check petco, petsmart or your local vet office). It's best to bathe your dog if he's been in tall grass where fleas and such could latch on, including ticks.

You can really bathe your dog as much as once a week to keep her smelling fresh and like a dog, so LONGS as you are using the correct PET SHAMPOO....hope this helps :-)

Answer 4

U shouldnt give puppies baths too often. But when their adults usually every 2-4 weeks. But it doesnt have to be this often, only if they smell, have fleas or get into something dirty. Trust me im a doggie groomer.

Answer 5

If you HAVE to bathe him, only once a week, and with an oatmeal shampoo, or aloe shampoo. If you can wait at least 2 weeks, that is better. Once a month is best. Our Great Dane has to have a bath once a week...sometime 2x a week (vet recommended for prescription shampoo).

Answer 6

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Answer 7

every 3 weeks thats how many baths i give my dog i like a clean puppy

Answer 8

Depends on how dirty he gets. About 6 to 8 weeks is usually good.