Pet grooming guides

Every guide on the site, from the two complete guides to quick how-tos for nails, baths, ears and teeth. Filter by pet to narrow it down.

Everything you need to groom your dog at home: tools, brushing, bathing, drying, nails, ears, teeth and a simple weekly routine.

A calm, cat-friendly approach to brushing, mats, nail trims, ears, eyes, teeth and the rare bath, with tips for nervous cats.

Find the quick, choose clippers or a grinder, and build a no-fuss nail routine your dog can actually tolerate.

Most cats rarely need baths. When yours does, here is how to prepare, wash, rinse and dry with minimum stress.

Smooth, double, curly, wire or silky: match the right brush and technique to your dog's coat.

Cut down on fur tumbleweeds with the right tools, a seasonal plan and a few habits that make shedding season bearable.

Healthy ears versus problem ears, how often to clean, and a gentle method that works for both dogs and cats.

A slow, treat-based plan to get your dog or cat comfortable with tooth brushing, plus what actually helps besides brushing.

Turn grooming into something your puppy looks forward to with short handling sessions, first baths and early nail work.

Older pets need softer tools, shorter sessions and closer attention to skin, lumps, nails and joints.

Buy the right tools once

A good comb, a slicker brush and proper nail clippers do most of the work. Our tool kit page lists what is worth buying and what you can skip.