| Q. |
How often should I have my
dog groomed? |
| A. |
This depends on three
things: type of breed, activity of the dog and what level of
cleanliness the owner can tolerate for the pet. A general rule of
thumb is 4-6 weeks. A short, flat coated such as a lab or boxer can
go a month or longer than a shitzu or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
whose fur needs a lot more brushing and maintenance. These types of
dogs should be groomed every 4-6 weeks to prevent matting or else
the grooming becomes more difficult. In general, longer hair dogs
should be brushed on a regular basis in between grooming
appointments. Keep in mind all dogs no matter what breed, should be
groomed on a regular basis to maintain healthy skin and coat.
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| Q. |
Is there anything for dogs
with dry skin and dandruff? |
| A. |
Luckily, with so many great
products out there for dogs, problems with irritated skin and
dandruff can be treated successfully in the salon. Lack of proper
nutrition or allergies can be the source of this problem. See your
veterinarian if symptoms worsen or do not improve.
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| Q. |
No matter how often I brush
my dog, he still gets knots and is matted. What am I doing wrong? |
| A. |
At home brushing usually
only gets the top layer of the coat and does not get through to the
undercoat and mats unless you thoroughly brush and comb the hair all
the way through. I will be happy to show you the proper brushing and
combing techniques with the correct tools for you to use at home.
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| Q. |
I am afraid of leaving my
pet with the groomer. Will my pet be safe from other animals? |
| A. |
I certainly identify with
the fears of leaving “your baby” with a stranger for any given
minute. It is important for the client to feel good about handing
over their pet to the groomer with confidence. Proper grooming
techniques are always introduced with a gentle and sensitive
approach which I believe and abide by. Every pet is kept in a
separate cage which is thoroughly cleaned daily. We also do our best
to guarantee minimal cage time for every animal. Your pet will enter
the salon avoiding any confrontation with other pets to ensure their
safety.
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| Q. |
When should I get my new
puppy groomed? |
| A. |
I recommend grooming your
puppy after he has received all his vaccinations usually at around
3-4 months old. Early introduction to grooming will help your dog
become accustom to the grooming process which will alleviate any
anxiety they may have. We strive to see that puppies have a great
experience the very first time they are groomed. We want them to
feel at ease when they go to the groomers to prevent any unnecessary
stress. We suggest that you play with your puppies paws and face as
much as possible. This will help with our grooming process.
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