It is not always easy to keep a long- or thick-coated dog comfortable when the summer heat and humidity make man and beast wilt.
A dog’s coat – if well maintained -- actually serves as insulation against the heat, keeping a layer of cool air close to the skin. (Think of how the desert-dwelling Bedouin people dress in long robes and head coverings as protection against the sun and heat.)
Tags: Grooming, grooming, pet advice
One of the most frequent questions groomers are asked by pet owners at this time of year is how to “prevent” their pet from shedding.
Unfortunately, shedding is a part of the natural cycle of hair growth: after each growing stage, there is a resting period when the old hair falls out. Hair is lost all year round, but the heaviest shedding is in the spring when double-coated breeds lose their dense undercoats. Depending on the type of fur, weekly, even daily, brushing is needed, to remove the hair as it sheds.
Tags: Dogs, Grooming, Pet Health
Most of us start out the New Year by making resolutions -- like losing weight, saving money, spending more time with the family. As pet owners, we also should be adopting some resolutions that will improve our pets’ health and well-being.
Tags: Cats, doggy daycamp, Dogs, dogs, exercise, Grooming, grooming, health, holidays, Pet Health, Pet Safety, winter
‘Tis the season to deck the halls, but how can you keep the house looking its best when there are pets in the family?
No amount of scrubbing, spraying or even cookie baking will make your home smell great if there’s a stinky pet in the house. Only a pre-holiday grooming session will help.
