Ang aso na yata ang maituturing na universal pet ng karamihan.
Pero ang pagkakaroon nito ay may kaakibat na responsibilidad—mula sa pag-aalaga, pagpapakain, pati na rin grooming.
At dahil nabanggit ang grooming, ano ang mga dapat i-consider sa pagpapaligo sa mga aso?
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Nag-research ang PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) tungkol tanong na ito: Gaano kadala dapat paliguan ang dogs?
BATH TIME FOR DOGS: When is it necessary?
Ayon kay Dr. Ferds Recio, isang animal doctor, ang pagpapaligo sa aso ay depende sa kung anong klase o breed nito.
“Giving your dogs a bath seems like a simple task, but if you do it too often, it may do damage to their skin and coat,” sabi ng celebrity vet.
Learning how to wash your dog is different for every pet owner, the frequency of his baths will depend on its type and skin condition,” ani Doc Ferds sa kanyang Doc Ferds Recio YouTube channel.
WAYS TO BATHE YOUR DOGS
Here are some tips on how to effectively bathe your dog.
1. Assess your dog.
Ayon kay Doc Ferds, mas mabuting i-assess muna kung anong klase ng aso ang iyong alaga, ang kanyang health condition, at activity level.
Choose the right products. Mula nung pandemic, dumoble ang bilang ng nag-aalaga ng mga aso.
Therefore, tumaas din ang demand sa pet-care products sa merkado gaya ng dog shampoo pati na rin anti-flea and tick powder for dogs.
Ngayon, mas dumami pa ang gumagawa nito at may iba’t ibang brands na. Meron ding mga organic shampoo na mas safe sa mga aso.
Ayon kay Doc Ferds, “Most owners bathe their dogs too often.
“But did you know that a dog’s skin naturally creates healthy oils to moisturize and condition the skin and coat?
“Unfortunately, poor quality shampoos and grooming products strip these necessary oils.
“So, this is why it’s so important that you choose safe and healthy grooming products that are made with high quality ingredients.”
2. DOG OWNER'S SHAMPOO IS NOT FOR DOGS
Babala ni Doc Ferds, “Never use human shampoo on your dog. A dog’s skin has different pH level compared to humans.
“And human shampoo will dry out and make the coat brittle.
“Not only will you find a shampoo that is specifically for dogs, but it has to be safe, too.
“Many of these cheap shampoos that you find in big box stores are made with harsh chemicals, toxins, and artificial ingredients.
“Overtime, these harmful ingredients will lead to your dog’s blood stream through his skin and cause serious problems.”
Mahigpit na paalala pa ng animal doctor, “Look for a shampoo that has natural ingredients and will be gentle on your dog’s skin and coat.”
Dagdag ni Doc Ferds, kailangang i-match ang need ng dog sa gagamitin nitong shampoo.
Halimbawa, kung laging nagbubuhol-buhol o may tangled fur ang aso, then choose a shampoo that is best for detasngling hair.
Kung kailangan naman ng anti-flea, yun din ang kuning produkto.
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ILANG PARAAN SA TAMANG PAGpapaLIGO NG ASO
As a pet owner, your main concern should be your pet’s health, wellness, and comfort.
Ang mga aso, para ring mga tao kung ihahambing ang mga pangangailangan nila, pero dahil tayo ang mas nakakaintindi at nakaka-unawa, we should have awareness when it comes to bathing our pets.
Mas maging maingat lalo kung may iniindang karamdaman ang dog.
“Most owners bathe their dogs too much, too often. Your dog’s skin health depends upon the oil-balance produced by the skin.
“And bathing them frequently can deplete these oils causing the skin to feel itchy and uncomfortable.” sabi ni Doc Ferds.
Payo pa ng beterenaryo, importanteng malaman ng dog owner kung bakit niya kailangan paliguan ang kanilang aso at kung ilang beses lang dapat ito gawin.
Kung ang inyong alaga ay merong skin problems, gaya ng allegies o galis, gamitan ito ng medicinal shampoo.
Tandaan, laging sundin ang instructions ng vet sa paggamit nito.
Ipinapaalala rin ni Doc Ferds, bathing and rinsing are two different things. Puwedeng banlawan lang ang inyong alaga to rinse off the dirt or bathe him with shampoo.
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ARE YOU BATHING YOUR DOG TOO OFTEN?
Gusto nating malinis ang ating mga aso, pero ang sobra at palaging pagpapaligo sa kanila ay hindi nakabubuti, lalo na sa kanilang kalusugan.
Here are some signs you have to watch out when a dog is bathe often.
Sabi ni Doc Ferds, “The dog’s skin turns dry and itchy. You may also notice his fur becomes dry and more brittle.
"Likewise, if you notice that his coat is more oily than normal, it may be due to the overproduction of oil as the skin tries to compensates for the excessive dryness.”
Huwag ding kalimutan protektahan ang mga mata at tenga ng inyong aso while bathing them para hindi mapasukan ng tubig na posibleng panimulan ng impeksyon.
Maraming credible at legit sites online para ma-educate tungkol sa proper care for the pets.
Ang pag-aalaga ng aso ay isang responsibilidad. Hindi ito yung pag ayaw mong alagaan, itatabi mo na lang.
May buhay din sila na dapat natin pahalagahan.
And just like humans, malaking bagay if we monitor their health contidion.