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]]>Grooming your pet at home can be a rewarding experience for both of you, but it does require some forethought and planning. Personally grooming your pet can bring you closer, especially as you get to know what they like and how the experience makes them feel. We’ve got some dog and cat grooming know-how to help you achieve a stress-free process with great results.
Washing, brushing, trimming, and massaging your pet all have a tremendous impact on their well-being. Giving them time and special attention helps to build trust and strengthens the bond between you. Grooming at home has the potential to make your pet feel connected, all while directly impacting the way they look and smell.
Investing in good tools is essential to successful grooming. First, assess your pet’s coat quality and length. Pets with short or coarse hair need different combs or brushes than animals with long, thick, or shaggy coats. You may want to introduce the clippers, if applicable, when your pet demonstrates comfort and security during grooming sessions.
There are many options to choose from, and it is so important to select a hypoallergenic, pet-friendly shampoo for bath time. Start with a very small amount, adding more to the lather if necessary (and only when you see how your pet reacts).
All pets need their nails trimmed regularly. You want to remove any broken or brittle nails and reduce sharpness, but you never want to cut too close to the quick (the white crescent inside the nail). Styptic powder can stop any bleeding.
You may find that adding tooth brushing to your pet’s regular grooming session is convenient and effective. Be sure to have the right size toothbrush, pet-specific toothpaste, and loads of encouragement. Give them time to accept this practice, but eventually they’ll be happy you’re tending to their teeth (especially those back molars!).
When you are involved with every aspect of your pet’s care, you gain as much possible insight into how they’re doing. If you have questions or concerns about pet grooming at home, please give us a call at (530) 673-4744. Our staff is always happy to help you at Adobe Animal Hospital & Laser Surgery Center.
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