After the Beach: Rinsing Salt and Sand from Pacifica Dogs

From Rockaway Beach to Linda Mar, a walk by the ocean is one of the joys of living in Pacifica. Dogs love it too. But salt water, sand and the coast's damp, foggy air can leave a dog's coat itchy, tangled and slow to dry.

Rinse After Every Beach Trip

Salt dries out skin and leaves the coat feeling coarse. A quick rinse with fresh water after the beach washes it out, along with most of the sand. You do not need a full shampoo every time: plain water and a towel go a long way.

Dry Thoroughly

• Towel off well, then let your dog finish drying somewhere warm.
• Pay attention to the ears: moisture trapped in floppy ears can lead to irritation.
• Dry between the toes and pads, where sand and damp skin rub together.
• On curly or long coats, brush once dry, since damp coats tangle and mat more easily.

Watch the Paws

Sand can work between the pads and cause sore spots. Check the feet after a long beach walk, and keep the fur on the paws trimmed so less sand and salt get trapped.

Why a Regular Groom Helps Beach Dogs

A proper bath and blow-dry clears out salt and sand that a quick rinse misses, and a neat trim helps the coat dry faster between beach days. In the van, your dog gets a full bath in a real tub, without you having to bathe a sandy dog in your own shower.

Mobile Grooming in Pacifica

Sky Pet Grooming's van comes to homes in Pacifica, with a full bathtub, a grooming table and professional dryers on board, so your pet is groomed right outside your door. We offer full dog grooming, cat grooming, de-shedding, detangling, nail trimming and anal gland expression. Book online any time, or call (415) 754-0813.