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The Basics of DIY Dog Grooming
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The Basics of DIY Dog Grooming

September 11, 2025

Do-it-yourself dog grooming at home can be tricky to learn, but worth the effort, allowing your pet to maintain good health while strengthening your relationship. Learn the tools, techniques, and tips to keep your dog happy and well-groomed.

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Ask Dr. Jenn

Jennifer Shepherd received her doctorate of veterinary medicine from Colorado State University in 2000. She completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at the Ontario Veterinary College before entering private practice. Dr. Shepherd owns Cloquet Animal Hospital in Northern Minnesota where she practices full time.

In her free time she enjoys writing, photography, running and spending time with her husband, three children, two dogs, and one spoiled cat. She is pictured here with her best running dog Apollo, a Portuguese Water Dog who can’t swim but loves playing in snow.

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IMPORTANT : If your pet is ill or experiencing a medical emergency, please contact your local veterinarian. Dr. Jenn is not able to answer questions immediately and her answers are more general so that other readers may benefit as well. She is not meant to take the place of your pet’s veterinarian.

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