I'm interested in helping people that has those little furry loved ones that we call our pets but we know better.They are more our kids than our animals.I am here to help provide with tips on how to keep our loved pets happy and healthy.
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Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Common Mistakes in Home Pet Grooming
Lets take a look at several mistakes dog owners make
while attempting to groom their pets at home. With
patience and the right equipment, pet grooming can become
a learned skill and a duty that will save the pet owner
both time and money. You have to be careful because a
slip of the clipper can cause serious injury to your pet.
Physical and emotional injury. Once you cause pain to
your pet, trust can be lost and your pet may react
differently to you.
Not Too Close...
Getting too close to the skin while shaving is a common
mistake. The clippers can leave a painful razor burn
that can later become infected. If this happens, stop
and clean the wound, then apply an anti-bacterial salve.
Hug your pet and let it know you are sorry and that it
was an accident. They will understand the affection if
not the words. If the wound becomes red or there is pus,
contact your vet immediately. You can get a protective
collar to keep your pet from licking or otherwise
irritating the wound.
Please Don't Blind The Pooch!
Another mistake in pet grooming is getting shampoo or
other chemicals in the pets eyes. Soap can splash from
your pets head movement and once it gets into your pets
eyes it can sting the eyes and lead to a very unpleasant
experience. Wash the soap out with water or saline
solution and dab the corners of the eye with a sterile
cloth. Be sure to soothe your pet and you can distract
them with a toy or ball to take the focus off their eyes.
Move the toy back and forth and as your pet watches the
toy, look into their eyes for signs of irritation.
Leaving your animal unrestrained during grooming can be a
fatal mistake. Some animals will run and possibly put
themselves in dangerous situations trying to escape the
grooming process. Make sure your dog is on a leash. You
can also muzzle your pet to protect both of you. If you
wash your dog outside, make sure the area is fenced in so
there will be no temptation to run.
Maybe Professionalism is Better...Not!!!
Professional grooming is the best option, but doing it
yourself can be a rewarding experience, not to mention
saving yourself some money. If the proper safety tips
are followed you can bond with your pet and have a very
successful experience.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Pet Grooming Options for Cats
Pet Grooming Options for Cats
If you have a cat, deciding which pet groomer will be best is crucial since there are not many cat groomers
around. Look carefully at which facilities offer cat
grooming expertise. Cats can be hard to groom because
they are finicky animals, putting the groomer at risk for
bites and scratches. Choosing a good groomer for your
cat will ensure the health and happiness of your pet.
A bad pet groomer can make mistakes and hurt the animal,
making the cat emotionally distraught.
Grooming Cats is a lot Harder...
Grooming cats is a difficult job and some of the best dog groomers refuse to groom cats because of the danger to
themselves and the animal. Most cats don't like water
and bathing them can be an adventure. Since most cats
can become emotionally distraught when immersed in water,
a good pet groomer can calm the cat and protect both
parties involved.
A good cat groomer will use the necessary equipment and
gloves to make bathing more pleasant for the cat. These
techniques are designed to give the animal confidence in
the groomer and to keep the pet safe.
Cutting mats off of long-haired cats is the most
difficult job for a cat groomer. Persians and Blue Hairs
are known for having big mats several inches in diameter.
They can be tightly packed against the skin. These mats
need to be cut short enough to brush out without shaving
the hair off the skin. Long-haird cats can be open to
infection and disease if they have no hair on their body.
This can be costly to fix. This can also lead to skin
cancer and other skin diseases if the pet lives outside.
Depending on the distance to the groomer, the pet owner
may need to drive to the groomer and leave the cat
overnight.
Check Before You Leave The Groomer...
Before you leave the groomer, inspect your
animal and make sure there are no serious cuts or
abrasions. Run your fingers through the animals coat to
make sure all mats have been removed.
You can tip the professional 15% of the total charges if
you are happy with the service. You can brush your cat
daily to avoid mats and prevent frequent trips to the
groomer.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Home Pet Grooming Tips
Home Pet Grooming Tips
Pet grooming can be done at home by the owner or someone
who has gone to school to learn the skills necessary to
become a professional. If you are a hands-on type of
person, Here are some safety tips to consider. Your
pet is very special and you will want to keep the pet safe
during the grooming process. Pain or injury caused by
unsafe practices can cause very emotional stress to your pet
and you want to keep your pet as calm and happy as possible. Once
you lose trust of your animal,it may be hard to re-establish.
Clip all excess hair in the dogs ears.
Most pets do not like this, but the excess hair can build
moisture and trap bacteria causing ear infections or
become a breeding ground for ear mites. This can cause
your pet a great deal of discomfort. Infections can cause
your animal to scratch and shake their head. Mites may
cause the pet to damage their inner ear by sticking
their nails inside to scratch.
Dogs with large ears have a predisposition for ear
problems and the constant shaking of their ears can
rupture blood vessels which can lead to discomfort.
You can use nose hair trimmers to remove ear hair, or
let a professional remove it with their specialized equipment.
Remember To Keep Your Pet As Calm As Possible.
Clippers may scare the pet, so calm him by stroking him with
the other hand along with soothing words.
Shaving the animal completely is another mistake made by
a novice groomer. If the pet is kept outside, it is not
a good idea to shave all the hair off the pet. The coat
is protection from the cold and sun which can cause
serious skin damage to your pet. This could result in
costly vet visits. The hair in some breeds, secrete
essential oils that lubricate and protect the skin, while
others, such as Labradors, have two coats that serve
different functions for the animals safety. You also
want to shave mats as close as possible until you are
able to work them out with a brush.
Brush the hair backwards against the grain and then move
your clippers with the grain. Vary the length of the
clipper comb with the length and thickness of coat. The
inexperience pet groomer can use home hair clippers, but
experiment in one unnoticeable area before continuing the
entire job. Be careful when shaving the underbelly. Do
not cut the dogs nipples, this can be very painful for
the pet and this can lead to another vet visit. Home pet
grooming can be an inexpensive way to keep your pet healthy
and happy, but it can also lead to injury of your pet if
you don't follow the safety tips.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Where to Find Pet Grooming Supplies
Where to Find Pet Grooming Supplies
After going to the pet groomer a few times, you've decided to try it yourself.
One of the many questions a pet owner would like to know is where to get pet grooming
supplies.
Accessories You Should Have...
You will need a variety of pet accessories such as clippers, scissors, brushes and combs. The Breed of dog you have and whether they
have long or short hair will determine the supplies you will need. The thickness of
your pets coat is important because some clippers can cause pain or irritation.
You can find pet grooming supplies at your local veterinarian. Purchasing items at
the vet may be costly due to the vets high markup, but you can purchase
clippers, nail clippers and even small clippers for ear hair. You can always call ahead
to make sure that your vet has the proper supplies for your breed of dog.
If you need more variety, and a larger selection, many online pet grooming supply
companies exist.
Some offer next day air and you can get tips on how to groom your pet. They also offer
information on different styles and cuts. You can get products like shampoos, conditioners
and products that remove fleas, ticks and other infestations at your local pet store. If your
animal has sensitive skin, be careful because some products can leave rashes or
otherwise irritate your pets skin.
Take Your Time and Find a Store with Your Pets Various Needs
You can also check out the large pet outlet stores. They carry pet grooming supplies
as well as other supplies your pet might need. At most of the pet outlet stores, You can
also make an appointment with a professional groomer at the store. Most may have
a walk-in policy. With the options available to you, proper grooming is something you can
provide to your pet and help him be healthy, happy and safe.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
I Didn't forget the Kittys...
Pet Grooming to Prevent Hairballs
Cat owners are all too familiar with hairballs. When
cats groom themselves orally it involves swallowing large
amounts of hair. Although most of the swallowed hair can
pass harmlessly through the digestive system, some does
not. That's when problems occur. The hair that remains
in the cat's digestive system can stick to other
undigested hair and form hairballs in the cats stomach.
Large hairballs pose greater risks to the cats health.
A lot of cats can rid themselves of a hairball by hacking
it up. Though higher pitched, they can sound like a
person with dry heaves. Most cats seem to deposit the
hairball in the places where their owners seem to walk
barefoot like the bathroom floor.
Cat owners don't like having balls of half digested hair
littering their home, but even worse is having hairballs
that remain in their cats stomach. Once the large
hairball enters the cats intestines it can create a
blockage that means a trip to the vet for emergency
surgery. This can be very costly.
Watch The Signs...
There are signs to look for if you think your cat has a
hairball. Loss of appetite, constipation, depression,
constant coughing and hacking or if your cat is ignoring
their personal grooming and letting their coat become
dirty and matted.
Grooming your pet is a wonderful way to prevent
hairballs. Brushing your cat once a day will remove dead
hair from the cats coat. Purchase a brush made for cats.
The bristles are specially designed for cat hair. This
time grooming your cat can strengthen the bond between
you and your cat.
Trimmimg your cat, whether the cat is a long haired or
short haired cat can help a great deal also.
There are also cat foods on the market that can help
prevent hairballs from forming in the digestive system.
Cat owners can also consult their veterinarian for other
methods of hairball control.
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