Do you need to trim the front leg hair of a golden retriever?

The hair on the front legs of a golden retriever should be trimmed. Trimming the hair around the dog's legs and toes helps prevent the dog from slipping on walks and reduces the likelihood of fleas and other parasites taking up residence. However, the hair should be trimmed appropriately, and unless the dog has skin conditions such as interdigital inflammation, it is not necessary to shave the hair off completely. The hair between the toes and the palms serves a protective function and helps cushion the friction between the toes and the pads.

**What kind of scissors should be used for trimming?

You can use specialized dog grooming scissors, which are designed for the characteristics of dog hair and body size. If you don't plan to trim your dog's hair regularly, you may not need to purchase expensive pet-specific grooming scissors, as they can cost hundreds of dollars for a set. The high price is due to the fact that dog hair is relatively soft and requires higher-quality grooming tools.

**What to do if the dog refuses to be trimmed?

If your dog resistes being trimmed, you can first calm its emotions and wait for it to become stable before trimming. If the dog is aggressive, it's recommended to put a muzzle on it. If the dog is particularly resistant to trimming, you may want to wait until it's in a deep sleep before trimming its hair. In fact, except for styling the dog or in cases where the dog has skin diseases, it's not recommended to trim the dog's hair most of the time.

Post-trimming precautions

Lay a towel on the floor or where the dog is used to sleeping, as the dog may not be comfortable sleeping directly on the floor after shaving. Disinfect the area because without the protection of hair, the dog's skin is more susceptible to bacterial infections, so it's essential to maintain cleanliness. Don't make fun of the dog just because it looks ugly after shaving.