PET GROOMING , AN INTERESTING TASK!!
There’s a common misconception that dogs don’t need to be groomed, or only groomed minimally, over the winter months. The (erroneous) belief is that a dog’s winter coat comes in and should be allowed to grow long to protect and warm the dog. In addition, because dogs, like humans, often follow a more sedentary and inside routine in the winter, many people feel that their dogs aren’t getting dirty enough to warrant bathing. But this is simply not true. In fact, in many ways, grooming over the winter months becomes even more important to the health of your dog than at any other time of the year. Long, wet, matted hair easily makes a cold, wet, and infection-susceptible dog.
While it’s true that double-coated breeds and others with thick, long fur are more winter-ready than short-haired dogs, the “blessing” of these thick coats in winter can turn quickly into a curse if the fur isn’t maintained in a healthy condition. Fur that’s matted doesn’t insulate or provide warmth; instead, it provides discomfort, pain, and hot spots. Matting can even lead to infections below the skin, so when considering the effects of letting the grooming go, consider how your dog’s health may in fact suffer as a result. Grooming isn’t just for a beautiful dog (though this is obviously one noticeable effect), it’s also crucial for your dog’s good health.
Brushing & Dematting
Make sure to brush your pet’s coat at least once a day to prevent matting or knots. Brush properly using a slick and good quality brush that can get right into your dog’s coat. This will help remove sheds and detangle any knots. But don’t brush too hard or on one area only. This can be very uncomfortable for the pet.
Comb the coat after brushing, making sure you haven’t missed any forming knots. Do this thoroughly and ensure that every area has been combed. For dogs with longer coats, part their hair and comb right down into it. Work in sections for ease.
Remember: brush and dematt before bath time. Matts and knots can get a lot worse when they get wet. Soap residues can get caught in the tangle, too. And when they do, they will be clipped off as close as possible to the skin. This is not only unattractive but can be a very uncomfortable moment for your little one.
Washing
During winter, it is best to stick to your dog’s regular bath time schedule. It can be once a week, once a month, once every three months, or whenever necessary. The important thing is to use a high quality dog shampoo. Never ever use the same shampoo for humans because dogs have a different pH level. At least, use baby shampoo. Dogs with sensitive skin should use soap-free or moisturizing dog shampoos.
Also keep in mind to wash your pet in water with comfortable temperature—not too hot, nor too cold. Dry the coat well right after bath time, using a hair dryer, heater off, to avoid heat-caused damages. Make sure that your dog is completely damp-free before letting it play. And also make sure to dry them when they get wet from playing outside because body heat is not enough dry them well.
Nail & Paws Trimming
It’s best to check the nails and paws right after bath time. Most dogs grow hair in between foot pads. Keep that hair off the pads. Excessively long hair in this area will cause frequent slipping on ice, tiles, floorboards, and other polished surfaces. Sand, water, ice, and burs will also cling on the hair, making walks very uncomfortable.
Nails should be clipped regularly, too. Long nails prevent the foot from contacting the ground directly, thus pushing the toes outwards, making it uncomfortable to walk.
Coat Trimming
Most owners will want to leave their dogs’ coat untrimmed all throughout the winter season. But did you know that the cold weather stimulates hair and coat growth? It’s okay to keep the coat longer for about an inch, but regular trimming is still necessary most especially at this time.
Breeds like German shepherd and Samoyed have coats that naturally thicken up during the cold months. But breeds like Shih Tzu, Maltese, and Lhasa Apso will require more frequent coat trimming and grooming because of their more sensitive skin.
Spa Treatment
An important part of winter grooming is pet spa, Most owners think it is important to have a pet who has beautiful skin and hair.
Spa was introduced by us just to fulfill this reason.
In winters like humans have joint pains pets suffer too. This is major reason why spa is very important for pet.
Different pet have different required which is solely determined by the pet groomer.
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Winter, spring, summer, or fall, there is no season to stop on pet grooming. Daily cuddles should help you check your pet’s condition everyday and make sure that they smell, feel, and look alright.