Regular grooming helps keep your pet looking and feeling good. Every time
your pet is brushed, loose hair and debris are removed from the coat,
leaving it cleaner and healthier. Brushing also reduces the risk of matting.
Aside from being unattractive, a matted coat limits the skin’s exposure to air,
making your pet more prone to skin infections. It is also important to dematt
a pet before bathing — once a matt gets wet, it will become tighter
and harder to remove.
You and your pet will both appreciate the quality time that you spend
together during grooming sessions. In addition to strengthening the bond
between the two of you, frequent grooming provides an ideal opportunity to examine your pet |
on a regular basis. That way you can spot any signs of
illness early, when problems usually are easier to treat.
Introduce your pet to the idea of grooming early in life. Puppies will quickly
become acclimated to a grooming routine. However, it’s never too late to
start a grooming program, even if your pet is a senior citizen. If your pet is
hesitant to accept grooming at first, don’t get discouraged; keep your
grooming sessions short, and offer a treat when they’re completed. Pretty
soon your pet will look forward to being groomed — and receiving all the
extra attention.
Good luck… The charts on the following pages are meant to be a guide to
help you choose the right brush or tool for your specific needs. |
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