If you are going to groom your dog, go online to your pet supplies and pet stores and order some basic grooming tools. If your dog is short haired, a curry brush/comb or a curry Brush is fine. Longer Haired Dogs need a slicker brush, a pin brush and if they are moulting, an undercoat rake. You may also need a flea comb to check whether he has picked up fleas, especially if he has been near other dogs. If you have an older dog unused to brushing, be really gentle and sensitive to him. Pet and reward him constantly. Longer haired dogs usually need brushing every week. If your long haired dog is inside your home a lot, you may even want to brush him daily to prevent hair loss all over your carpets. Many dogs get all excited and jump around in anticipation when you take out their grooming tools. You will also need cloths, paper towelling, and cotton wool for cleaning eyes, ears and anal area. If your dog has not developed years of plaque build up on his teeth, you can clean them yourself with a special brush and toothpaste developed for dogs, or wipes or a glove. Most dogs prefer the wipes or toothbrush-glove to having a brush forced into their mouths. It is estimated that up to 80% of dogs have dental caries and gum disease. A great way to help prevent this is to give your dog a special dog chew. My dogs just bury them! Some people give their dogs large frozen bones, but beware, even large bones can be crunched up and cause blockages. If you take your dog for regular long walks, his nails may not need clipping. Remember, if the dog's nails have been allowed to get really long, the quick, or live part, seems to get longer too. If you bathe your dog, use special dog shampoo and, if possible, a dog dryer. Dogs need to get gradually used to these as most dogs hate them at first. For all your dog grooming aids, visit the online pet stores of affordability and quality