Basic Dog Grooming and How to Cut a Dog’s Hair ~ Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Demo Video

DIY Dog Grooming at Home. I'm not a professional dog groomer, nor do I play one on TV. I do, however, bathe, groom, and clip Dexter at home. This dog grooming video is to share with you my techniques and what has worked for my dog grooming at home. If you are looking for a more professional look, I would highly recommend taking your dog to your local groomer or even taking a few pet grooming courses yourself. If you don’t have a groomer you love, ask your friends for recommendations. Read more on the blog. raisingyourpetsnaturally.com/... Clippers amzn.to/2zX7S0T
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[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

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[@jampubs1]

Dexter is so relaxed. You have done a great job with him.

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Thanks. Puppy handling is so important.

[@cathrynocken488]

Midwest Gal “snaggle”!😁

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

hahah

[@DonnaBonavia]

Thank you! I just brought home a Cavalier puppy and I appreciate this video!

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Congratulations! I hope you are following along. I also have a Cavalier group. facebook.com/groups/cavaliertrainingandcare

[@dorisschmeichel2949]

Dexter is such a sweet one!

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

[@louisetremblay5603]

Slapping the comb away - yep, my cavie does the same lol

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Dexter is always like, what's up. When I'm doing a demo. Like get to it already. Lol

[@louisetremblay5603]

How do you keep his ears so long? I have to keep mine at about shoulder's length, because of food and everything else getting stuck in there..... And this is, by far, the best grooming video for cavies on KZbin. Thank you:)

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Thank you for that. Snoods! Snoods for eating, playing with some toys, chewing and walks in yucky weather. Little bowl for water.

[@evilherbivore13]

I'm so thankful for this. I get my Cavalier puppy next year so I'm trying to research everything. I'm hoping to keep mine in a natural yet slightly more practical style like Dexter. I was beginning to find all the puppy cut shave videos disheartening. You've done a fantastic job getting Dexter used to getting his paws clipped. One of my huskies never truly got over how ticklish she found that.

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Thanks! Oh, what fun! Puppies are the best. Good luck.

[@jacobhill9430]

My cav can get a dread lock 5 minutes after being groomed lol

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

I hear you. Daily brushing really helps.

[@MuffinMcFluffin]

Just passing by because I love this breed. I see that you said you normally groom him every day, but how often do you trim Dexter's paw fur? You may have mentioned it in the video, but I missed it if so. :p

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Thanks. Dexter is a very thick and furry boy. Every two weeks is good for him.

[@kathymeyer9726]

What size clipper blade do you use? I have a #40 blade, which is for surgical clips. I have heard a #30 blade is useful for general clipping for feet and to clean up the face. Any thoughts?

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

These are my clippers. amzn.to/2zX7S0T Most of the time I don't use a guard, but I don't always go to the skin.

[@Scott-fj9uf]

This was wonderfully done. 🧡🤍🧡

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Thank you. I appreciate that. ~Tonya

[@vickibailey3372]

Can you guide me in how to choose an excellent breeder for a cavalier? I’m in Aurora, Mo close to Springfield. I’ve raised a precious female, Blenheim who had so many medical issues including surgeries. I had thousands of dollars in vet bills. I didn’t know anything about this breed I saw her, fell in love and took her home. She was the sweetest, smartest baby one could ever hope for. I’ve been researching for the last two months all things Cavalier. I’m quite sure she was a puppy mill baby but even so If I could bring her back I would. It was awfully painful to see her go through what she did. Thank you for any help you may be able to give me.

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

As you know, you never know if a dog will have a health issues down the road. I know for me, my next pup's breeder will be doing MRI scans of parents/grands etc. Here is an article I wrote. raisingyourpetsnaturally.com/questions-to-ask-a-dog-breeder/

[@annmarschuetz4791]

I'm new at this but your videos are so easy to follow. I really appreciate this! What number do you use on the electric razor cause I bought the one you have! I was wondering the number for the ears please! And Than k You in advance!!!

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Thank you. Oh, gosh, I'm not that good to keep things tracked and the same each time. I just go with the flow with Dex. It was one that was closer, but not too close. If really thick, you go a little at a time and can change guards, large to small.

[@SouthCentralLife]

Do you also express his glands? Wondering how much Dexter weights? He looks like a big boy or is it all hair 😂 My Cavalier King Charles is about 22.5 pounds. He recently was put on a diet and has loss 2 lbs. He doesn’t appreciate weighing his food lol. Great videos!

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

No, expressing of his glands is needed. Here's a little info- raisingyourpetsnaturally.com/home-remedy-for-dog-scooting/ He is a very tall and long boy at almost 30 lbs.

[@SouthCentralLife]

@@raisingyourpetsnaturally thank you! I recently changed his diet to JustFoodFor Dogs. Turns out Luka is allergic to poultry. Symptoms: Sever allergies, scratching licking, ear infections, and loose stools. Poor little guy was miserable. Now his diet consists of Sweet Yams w/ skin, Russet Potatoes w/ skin, Broccoli, Green String Beans, and Cod fish. I cut it all up, add some water, and put it in the pressure cooker for 10 min., then add safflower oil and DIY Fish and sweet potato nutrition blend. I say all this to say that since the food change his stools are great. Perhaps he is getting enough fiber. I really don't notice a lot of booty scooting. Thank you for the link, I learned a lot! I am thinking of learning how to groom my own dog and with the anal sack explanation, I feel more confident of doing the grooming. Not just to save money but also because I have observed groomers being a bit too rough with their fur clients. Thank you again! I just started following you on instagram today!

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

@@SouthCentralLife Awe. I actually just posted a blog on a pet food elimination diet. raisingyourpetsnaturally.com/pet-food-elimination-diet/

[@seanchristian2200]

You probably should have a guard on those clippers you can cut your dog with clippers

[@jampubs1]

If you take 1 1/2” off his ear length, he will look more balanced.

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Thanks.

[@nancyreibstein9875]

Thanks for the video. Very helpful. What kind of clippers do you recommend? Also, what do you recommend for removing and preventing tear stains and kind of smelly eyes? Thanks!

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

I'm glad it helped. These are the clippers I use, it may be a bit different model because I've had mine for ages. Clippers amzn.to/2zX7S0T​ I wipe Dexter's eyes with warm water and a washcloth. Eye dripping can be allergies, weather, diet, medication, or health. Also a combination. I struggle with Dexter's yeast, likely due to his seasonal allergies and his disease/medications. Here's a little info. raisingyourpetsnaturally.com/recipe/dog-yeast-infection-treatment/

[@nancyreibstein9875]

@@raisingyourpetsnaturally Thank you very much! I appreciate your help. I'll be sure to look at the article and on your website!

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

@@nancyreibstein9875 You bet! Let me know if you have any questions. ~Tonya

[@lindawonderly5770]

What are the best grooming tools for cavies? 18:21

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Check out our private Facebook group. We talk a lot about grooming and grooming tools. facebook.com/groups/cavaliertrainingandcare

[@wilsonmenagerie]

Hello! I was wondering what type of water bowl you use or recommend for Cavaliers?

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Stainless steel, glass or food grade ceramic. There are some "spaniel bowls" out there on the market with small openings to help keep ears out. I've found bowls in the human kitchen area that are small. Dexter has 3 that are cleaned and refilled daily.

[@wilsonmenagerie]

Thank you so much!🙏

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

@@wilsonmenagerie You bet!

[@jampubs1]

Ha! A ditch or puddle is tastiest.

[@Musically_Amethyst]

Hello! I am thinking about bringing a cavalier king Charles spaniel home and I read a article on google that said it need 1/2-1 hour exercise daily. How do we "exercise" them??

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Puppies need lots of activity and engagement throughout the day. Training games, walks, play etc. Puppies can't have full-on physical activity until after their growth plates close (2-years). You can check my blog for loads of info. raisingyourpetsnaturally.com/blog-s-post-lis/

[@jampubs1]

With respect, if you can’t spare 1/2 hr a day for a brisk walk with your Cavalier, it probably isn’t the right breed for you. They can run like the wind and love to play.

[@jamiepearson9790]

Thank you for this video. We are bring home a cavalier puppy next month I just sent a request to join your facebook group. Can you tell me which trimmer you used in this video for your dog's feet and paws?

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

Wonderful! They are older, but this is very similar. It's probably an updated version of the ones I have. Clippers amzn.to/2zX7S0T

[@jampubs1]

A nose trimmer works well too.

[@jampubs1]

Please don’t trim the top of those slippers!

[@raisingyourpetsnaturally]

I do. He does best with a short cut. Easier to maintain. Brushing is hard on him and can trigger an CM/SM episode