Regularly pampering your dog not only helps them look fresh and clean but is also a great opportunity to familiarize yourself with every aspect of your dog. In the event of a cracked nail or a painful tooth, you can recognize a problem with ease before the problem escalates. Some important areas to regularly groom are your dog’s nails, teeth and fur. Nails should be regularly trimmed as often as it takes to prevent the nails from touching the ground when they are standing and teeth should be brushed daily to keep your dog free of possible infection. Brushing and bathing your dog will allow you to notice any irritation or cuts in need of attention below their fur. Some dogs require more grooming than others so make sure you stay on top of your dog’s needs just as you would for a child.