Owning a pet is a big responsibility, and so much more goes into the process than simply feeding your pet and being sure he has all the right shots. Making sure your pet is properly groomed is another task often overlooked by pet owners, but one that’s equally important. Animal grooming, be it for your dog or cat, gives a pet owner a chance to thoroughly inspect the animal’s coat literally with a fine tooth comb…or brush. This allows you or the dog grooming professional to take note of any changes, subtle or obvious, in the pet’s skin. Additionally, while performing a cat grooming on a regular basis, you’ll be able to trim the nails, clean the teeth and ultimately avoid a multitude of health issues.
Before you begin the often arduous task of grooming your pet, make sure you’re well equipped with all the right tools. In the beginning, this can be quite the investment in brushes, combs and clippers. And quite frankly, it’s for this reason alone that many pet owners choose to go the professional route for the task, and there’s no shame in that. After all, they know what they’re doing, have the experience, not to mention the tools of the trade. If you have any intention of showing your dog, naturally, this is the way to go, but if your dog is just going to be your average pooch next door, you may want to tackle it yourself. However, keep in mind, there is still merit in having professionals handle the job for you.
In addition to noting skin abnormalities, groomers are also adept at ear care. Many dogs have floppy ears or hair which grows deep in the ears, trapping bacteria and ultimately causing irritation and leading to infections. Professional pet groomers are trained to check the ears gingerly, looking for irritation, discharge or redness which indicates your dog may need a trip to the vet.
Whether you are a daunting individual ready to take on the task of grooming Fluffy or Fido yourself or you feel it best to leave the task to the professionals, at least allow the professionals to treat you and your pet occasionally. Contact Lucky Dawg Salon Grooming to pamper your pet!
