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I'm the owner of a 3-year-old Cavapoo who requires a good amount of grooming. In the wake of the coronavirus with many pet spas closed, I've found myself worrying that it will be a while until I can get him professionally groomed. If you're experiencing the same issue, here are a handful of handy and reliable products you can use to keep up your pup's grooming routine.
1. A pack of hypo-allergenic grooming wipes for cleaning Fido's muddy paws before he gets them all over the white carpet.
2. An Aquapaw pet-bathing tool, which connects to your shower or bath and gives you complete control over water flow, making it easy and comfortable to give your best bud a bath.
3. And a pack of gentle eye wipes to remove those stubborn tear stains, which is a common problem for dogs with light fur or hair like bichon frises, Havanese, and more breeds.
4. A dental health kit that comes with two brushes and chicken-flavored toothpaste so your good boy actually looks forward to getting his teeth brushed and you can easily scrub away disease-causing plaque and tartar.
5. And fast and convenient plaque wipes so you can make your pet's dental hygiene a no-fuss nightly routine. These not only wipe away plaque but they also leave your pup's breath smelling fresh and clean.
6. A pair of facial shears so you can gently and carefully trim your pup's delicate areas like around the eyes, snout, and ears.
7. An Aquapaw slow treat dispensing mat for making bath time a little easier. Just fill it with peanut butter, mount it to any smooth surface, and keep your pupper busy licking away while you bathe or brush him.
8. A 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner infused with mint and lavender to leave your doggo squeaky clean and smelling like a dream.
9. Or a soothing anti-itch shampoo formulated with oatmeal and aloe vera that will keep even the most sensitive pup's skin from itching after bathtime.
10. A FURminator deShedding brush for easy, everyday grooming that picks up loose, shedding fur so it ends up in the trash and not all over your furniture.
11. Or a KONG multi-use grooming tool that simultaneously brushes and massages your dog during bath time, keeping him calm and engaged while you brush away dirt, grime, and shedding fur.
12. Ear cleaning wipes infused with aloe vera, chamomile, oatmeal, and coconut oil that will get rid of dirt, wax, discharge, and unpleasant smells — so both you and your dog will be more comfortable.
13. A reliable nail trimmer with a comfortable grip and clean, sharp cut that will make cutting your dogs' nails less daunting and stressful.
14. A no-rinse dry shampoo to spritz Buddy between baths so that his fur stays soft, easy-to-brush, smelling clean.
15. Or some leave-in detangling and shine spray to get out those stubborn knots and mats, keeping fur in tip-top shape.
16. A tub of oatmeal paw butter made with shea butter, oatmeal, coconut oil, and aloe vera that helps soothe your pup's dry or cracked paws.
17. A pack of Greenies breath freshening dog treats to keep your dog's breath smelling clean as can be. Plus, he'll enjoy eating them.
