How to Dye Your Dog's Fur

Dogs give humans endless joy, love, and entertainment. They love their owners, no matter what silly and embarrassing things are done to them. A fun things for owners, and sometimes embarrassing for dogs, is dying fur for the holidays. Not just any dye and not just pouring on the dye should be done. The proper technique for dying dog fur and the proper products should be used.

You will need the following items:

Dog-friendly fur dye (the color or colors wanted)

A pair of rubber gloves

Dog shampoo

Dog comb

A tub or sink

A water source

Prepare to Dye the Dog

Prepare to dye the dog. Bring the dog to the tub or sink. Comb the dog's fur to get rid of any tangles in the fur. Put the rubber gloves on after doing this.

Test the Dye

It is important to know that a dog is not allergic to the dye being used. While the dye will say that it is dog-friendly, it does not mean that all dogs will not be allergic to it. Apply the fur dye to a small section of the dog's fur, according to the instructions on the dye. Leave it for five minutes. Check to see if there are any allergic reactions. Rinse this dye out of the fur and check again to see if there are any allergic reactions. Do not use the dye if there are any cuts, swelling, or redness on the dog's skin. If the dog's skin is normal, continue with dying the dog.

Wash the Dog

Rinse the dog, shampoo the dog, and rinse the dog again. This is to remove any dirt and debris in the dog's fur.

Dye the Dog

Apply the dye, according to the instructions on the dye, to the dog's fur. Most likely, it should be left for fifteen (15) minutes. Do not dye areas that are sensitive such as close to the eyes. You can try to make sure that the dye is on the tips of ears and the tail if you wish.

Rinse the Dog

If the instructions on the fur dye say to rinse the dog, then rinse the dog. However, if they instructions say to leave the dog dry after the dye dries, leave the dog dry. Rinse the dog once you no longer want the dog to be dyed the colors it is dyed.

Remember, be gentle with your dogs. Do not force the dog into the tub or to be dyed if the dog is reluctant to be dyed. Also, while this is a general guide to dying your dog's fur, remember to always follow the instructions on the dye. If you are not sure if your dog should be dyed, contact your veterinarian to ask about dying your dog.

Source:

Cordero, E. (n.d.). How to Paint Your Dog for Halloween | eHow.com. eHow | How to Videos, Articles & More - Trusted Advice for the Curious Life | eHow.com . Retrieved May 16, 2011, from http://www.ehow.com/how_8376422_paint-dog-halloween.html