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    Is there a certain order you should go through when blow drying a dog?
    Marie Lin
    Licensed Pet Groomer
    Marie Lin is a Licensed Pet Groomer and the Owner of Marie's Pet Grooming, a grooming salon based in New York City. Marie has over 10 years of pet grooming experience specializing in dogs and cats. She earned her pet grooming certification from the American Academy of Pet Grooming New York in 2009 and is also a member of the National Dog Groomers Association of America. She earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Hawaii Pacific University in 2007.
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    If your dog is nervous about blow drying, start with his/her hind and back legs first, then work your way to the front of your dog using low force on the dryer.
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    My mom cut my black standard poodle's hair and she did a bad job, how do I get the hair to grow back?
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    I suggest taking her to a groomer and having them trim the hair to make it look even. If that isn't an option, then invest in a sweater or harness for her to wear around the house if her appearance really bothers you.
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    What size guard do you recommend I use on the clippers?
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    I use the 5/8" guard on my Andis clippers. I have a German shepherd/poodle mix with very thick fur.
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    How can I remove tangled eye boogers?
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    Gently rub at the affected area with a napkin moistened with warm water. It may take a while, but the moisture and gentle rubbing will pull this out.
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