You should make them feel comfortable with your touch by making petting a habit with special attention on sensitive areas of your pet's body. Getting them used to the routine of brushing, nail trimming, will be much easier for them as they grow older. Here are the body areas of your pet that should be given much attention when grooming: Hair There are pet salons that provide full grooming services. 5. Flea comb. Flea combs serve two purposes. One is to maintain the shine and keep tangles away. Another is to remove fleas that might have somehow gotten into your pet's hair. Make it a habit to comb your pet's hair so that fleas will eventually fall out of his hair and prevent uncomfortable itchiness. Teeth and ear cleaner - Tooth scaler, toothbrush, tick remover, and hair puller are tools you must have to maintain clean healthy teeth and clean ears. These are the equipment you must have. Moving on, the following are optional equipment you can purchase. Of course, the importance of these still depends on you, the usage, and how much budget you have. There are different sizes available if you are going to purchase any of the two to fit your dog's toenail size. Trimming your dog's coat is important not only in keeping the dog look neat, but also in maintaining the coat healthy. Use clipper, sheers or scissors. For tick and flea problems, you should have tick and flea removal products. If you accidentally cut his/her nails, do not panic. Apply immediately some clotting powder using moist cotton and press it securely against the nail for a few minutes. Make sure that all nails are properly trimmed. Check if your pet has dewclaws. Dewclaws can be found on the front leg, on top of the paw. It is advisable to bathe your pet at least once every two months or when needed. Instead of a bath, it is advised that you try to give your dog a shower. To bathe the dog, clean the face using a washcloth. Use a dog shampoo that is appropriate for your pet. A baby shampoo or herbal shampoo can also be used.