밑줄 친 부분에 들어갈 말로 가장 적절한 것은? Since dog baths tend to be messy, time-consuming and not a whole lot of fun for everyone involved, it's natural to wonder, "How often should I bathe my dog?" As is often the case, the answer is "____________________________." "Dogs groom themselves to help facilitate the growth of hair follicles and to support skin health," says Dr. Adam Denish of Rhawnhurst Animal Hospital. "However, bathing is needed for most dogs to supplement the process. But bathing too often can be detrimental to your pet as well. It can irritate the skin, damage hair follicles, and increase the risk of bacterial or fungal infections." Dr. Jennifer Coates, veterinary advisor with petMD, adds, "the best bath frequency depends on the reason behind the bath. Healthy dogs who spend most of their time inside may only need to be bathed a few times a year to control natural 'doggy odors.' On the other hand, frequent bathing is a critical part of managing some medical conditions, like allergic skin disease."