Depending on the coat type of your dog, will determine what is the best tool for your dog. There are many different brands out there, but the name of the tool is generally similar and can be found at most local pet stores or even online. Common Coat Types and recommended tools – Smooth coats –...
Shaving your dog down for summer is particularly popular for pet owners. But it isn’t suitable for all breeds. Depending on the coat type your dog has, will determine the best grooming option to keep your pet cool. Dogs coats come in two forms Single Coated and Double Coated. Single coated breeds have coats like...
How do I avoid Ticks and Fleas? Ticks and fleas tend to prefer the warmer environments. It is important to check your pet regularly for parasites. The easiest way to do this is if the coat is kept nice and short, otherwise for longer coat’s or double coated types be vigilant whilst you do regular...
Groomers will see skin problems that are common in dogs, that the owner may not realise are present. Common skin issues are listed below. Please see your Local vet for diagnosis, prevention and treatment. ALLERGIC DERMATITIS Many things can create a dog to have an allergic reaction. Commonly environmental irritants like pollen and insect bites,...
What are anal glands? Anal glands are small glands located within the anus. These glands fill with a brown substance that can have a musky and foul odour. The purpose of anal glands, based on dog behaviours, are for the application of pheromone-rich secretion to the outside of a stool to mark territory. On occasion...
Just like us, pet’s nails continually grow and without regular walking on hard surfaces they will continue to grow and become longer. It’s important to have your dog’s nails checked regularly by a groomer or vet. Inside a dog’s nail is a blood supply known as the ‘quick’. During different times of the year we...
A question that is commonly used by a Groomer over the phone when a client calls for a quote is ”Does the dog have any Matting?“. Groomers ask this question to have a better understanding of what service would be best to recommend to the client and their pet. What is matting? Matting is...
It is important to have your dog comfortable with having their ears checked on a regular basis. By doing so you will be able to notice any changes whether it is a foreign object or a possible infection. Early detection and preventions are always best. Ear infections in dogs are common and most dogs will...
Whilst puppies don’t require grooming in the early months, the sooner they are booked in for grooming the easier and less stressful the first time will be. Cute as a button dog grooming recommends puppies being groomed 7-10 days after their 12-week vaccination. When your pup is exposed to the gradual process of grooming early...
