General Grooming Equipment Recommendations

Invest In High Quality Grooming Tools & They Will Last A Lifetime!

Ears

• Weekly Maintenance Cleaning
  • ZYMOX Ear Cleanser – https://amzn.to/3eXj7WV
• Inflammation or Infection
  • ZYMOX Ear Solution With Hydrocortisone (formerly known as ZYMOC Otic Enzymatic Solution) – https://amzn.to/38q7h4T

Eyes

• Treatment For Runny Eyes & Tear Stains Caused By Allergies
  • Eye Itch Relief Drops (Active Ingredient: Ketotifen) – https://amzn.to/2D9ggvZ
    • Note: Ketotifen is an antihistamine for the eye that treats allergic symptoms and was recommended to us by Veterinary Ophthalmologist Dr. David Ramsey, DVM, Diplomate, ACVO – Owner Of The Animal Ophthalmology Center in Williamston, Michigan where our Norwegian Buhunds receive their yearly eye certifications. He stated that generic Ketotifen Eye Drops would be just as effective as the brand names. Dose 2x Per Day (Every 12 Hours).
• Sterile Eye Rinse (for First Aid)
  • Tomlyn Sterile Eye Wash for Dogs and Cats (Opticlear) - https://amzn.to/2C42J8t
• Eye Antibiotic (for First Aid)
  • Zoetis Animal Health Terramycin Antibiotic Ophthalmic Ointment – https://amzn.to/2VEukE7

Mouth & Teeth

• Toothbrush
  • REACH Advanced “Firm” Toothbrush – https://amzn.to/2NTFbFU
• Dog Toothpaste
  • Virbac CET Vanilla Mint Enzymatic Toothpaste – https://amzn.to/38oN67q
• Dog Tooth Scaler & Scraper
  • Stainless Steel Dog Tooth Scaler & Scraper – https://amzn.to/3e01Gnb
• Bad Breath, Plaque, & Tarter Prevention
  • ProDen PlaqueOff Dental Powder – https://amzn.to/3dWawST

Feet & Nails

• Trimming Fur Between Pads & Toes
  • (Our #1 Pick) Basic Stainless Steel 6.5” Straight Shear – https://amzn.to/2CZ92uf
  • (Our #2 Pick) Wahl Professional Pocket Pro Animal Compact Trimmer – https://amzn.to/2YUP0K3
• Trimming Nails
  • (Our #1 Pick) Miller’s Forge Stainless Steel Small Red Handle – https://amzn.to/2ZuMucw
  • (Our #2 Pick) Miller’s Forge Stainless Steel Medium Orange Handle with Black Clip – https://amzn.to/2YUwukV
• Grinding Nails
  • Dremel 8220 Cordless Rotary Tool - https://amzn.to/2VJAPoZ
  • Diamond Bit Specifically Made For Grinding Dog Nails (Buy Once, Lasts A Lifetime, Made In Michigan By Whitmans) Fits All Dremel Brand Rotary Tools
    • DIAMAGroove Pinnacle Model Standard Or Coarse Grit - https://whitmans.biz/product/diamagroove-pinnacle-2
• First Aid On A Bleeding Nail
  • Miracle Care Kwik Stop Styptic Powder – https://amzn.to/3eXwYMF

Weekly Maintenance Bath For All Norwegian Buhunds

• Puppy Coat & Tearless Face Shampoo
  • Isle of Dogs Tearless Puppy Shampoo – https://amzn.to/31PgfY6
• Adult Everyday Maintenance Royal Jelly Shampoo (Prevents Excessive Shedding When Used Weekly)
  • Isle of Dogs Coature No. 20 Royal Jelly Dog Shampoo – https://amzn.to/3e1KrSq
• Adult Shampoo (Use As Needed For Visibly Dirty/Muddy/Smelly Dogs)
  • Chris Christensen Clean Start Clarifying Shampoo – https://amzn.to/3eZvSjw

“It Is Show Time!” Bath

• Step 1
  • Wheaten Color Conformation Show Dogs (All Ages – Use Before A Show To Lighten & Brighten Coat, Provides A Nice “Clean & Bright” Look) - Chris Christensen White on White Shampoo - https://amzn.to/2YWoJLb
  • Black Color Conformation Show Dogs (All Ages – Use Before A Show To Darken Coat, Provides A Nice “Deep Black” Look) – Chris Christensen Black on Black Shampoo – https://amzn.to/31JYD02
• Step 2
  • Conformation Show Dogs (All Ages – Thicken & Volumize Coat) – Chris Christensen Thick N Thicker Response Foaming Protein Conditioner – https://amzn.to/3dVpfxh

​General Coat Care

• Forced Air Dryer (Blows Out Dead Coat, Volumize & Dry Wet Coat)
  • K-9 III VARIABLE SPEED Dog Grooming Dryer – https://amzn.to/31Hf2lK
• Long Pin Slicker Brush
  • Chris Christensen Long Dense Pin Slicker Brush “Big G” (Coral Color NOT Black) – https://amzn.to/3gksYWM
• Long Pin Brush
  • Chris Christensen Oval Pin Brush, 27mm – https://amzn.to/38oTD22
• Long Pin Comb
  • Chris Christensen 000 Fine/Coarse Buttercomb – https://amzn.to/3gvomxr
• Our Recommended Flea & Tick Treatment Of Choice
  • Bayer K9 Advantix II Flea, Tick and Mosquito Prevention for 21-55 lb – https://amzn.to/3eZzXnQ

Grooming Table For Nowegian Buhunds (36” or longer)

• Flying Pig 38" Medium Size Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Frame Foldable Dog Pet Grooming Table (38" x 22") – https://amzn.to/3isKg67