How often should you bathe your dog?

There's no single answer: it depends on the coat, the routine and even the time of year.

Short-coated dogs that live indoors usually do well with a bath every three or four weeks. Long-coated dogs need one every two weeks, with brushing in between.

If your dog spends a lot of time outside or has sensitive skin, talk to your vet. Bathing too often dries out the skin, too.