Dog Grooming Tips & News

Helpful coat-care guidance, puppy advice and updates from Howling Dogs Grooming in Storrington.

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22 September 2026

How to Keep Floppy Dog Ears Clean and Dry

Floppy ears are beautiful, but they can trap warmth and moisture. Learn how to check, clean and dry your dog’s ears safely, what to avoid, and when ear changes need prompt veterinary attention.

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A calm dog beside a neatly organised first-aid kit in a mobile grooming van.

15 September 2026

What to Pack in a Dog Grooming First-Aid Kit

A well-stocked dog grooming first-aid kit can help you stay calm when a nail bleeds, a paw is grazed or your dog develops a minor irritation. Here is what to pack, what each item is for, what not to use and when to contact your vet immediately.

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Relaxed bearded dog beside a soft towel after gentle face cleaning

8 September 2026

Keeping Your Dog's Beard Fresh Between Grooms

A practical, gentle guide to keeping your dog’s beard clean, comfortable and fresh between professional grooming appointments, with simple routines, safe products, common mistakes and signs that your vet should take a look.

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A calm silky-coated dog with a freshly brushed coat beside a mobile grooming van in West Sussex

2 September 2026

How to Care for a Silky Dog Coat

Silky coats can be wonderfully soft, glossy and elegant, but their fine hairs can tangle quickly around the ears, legs, tummy and tail. Learn how to brush, bathe, dry and maintain a silky dog coat gently, which tools to use, common mistakes to avoid and when a vet should check a skin or coat problem.

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Relaxed German Shepherd receiving gentle coat brushing inside a clean mobile grooming van

2 September 2026

Grooming Tips for German Shepherd Owners

German Shepherds are loyal, active dogs with a thick, shedding coat that benefits from regular, gentle care. Learn how to brush through the undercoat, manage seasonal moulting, bathe safely, check paws and ears, avoid common grooming mistakes and recognise when your vet should be involved. These practical tips are suitable for German Shepherd owners in Storrington, West Sussex and surrounding areas.

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