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Monday, August 21, 2006

Choosing a Groomer

Choosing a Groomer
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.


Depending on the breed of dog you have, a groomer may be very useful in keeping the hair coat neat and tidy.
Ask your veterinarian, family, and friends for names of groomers that they recommend.
Questions to ask when choosing a groomer...  

Staff and training: What breeds do they own? Are their pets' hair coats kept neat and clean?
Did the groomer go to school to learn grooming or did they learn it 'on the job?'
How long have they been grooming dogs?
What breeds are they proficient at grooming?
Do they provide different styles of cuts for different breeds?
Will they give a 'show cut' versus a 'puppy cut?'  

Hours, fees, and payment:
What are the hours?
How are dogs admitted and how do you know when to pick them up?
How long does it take to get an appointment?
What is the range of fees for your breed of dog?
What does that fee include?
What methods of payment are accepted?
When is payment due?
Are credit cards accepted?  

Services:
What type of shampoos and conditioners are used?
If your veterinarian recommends a certain shampoo do you need to supply it?
Is a hand-held or cage drier used?
Is the ear hair plucked from those breeds with hair in the ear canals?
Do they accept dogs that need to be sedated for grooming?
Who sedates and monitors your dog?
Will the groomer trim nails between regular grooming appointments?  

Facilities:
Is the area kept clean, neat, and orderly?
Are there unpleasant odors?
Where are the dogs kept?
How are clippers, scissors, etc., cleaned between use?
Your relationship with your dog's groomer is similar to the one with your own hairdresser or barber.
They should listen to what you want and you should listen to their advice before making your decision. posted by grooming-groomer  

About Grooming
I will gather different sites here about grooming dogs.
The first one can be found here: http://www.groomerssupplies.com

1 kommentarer:

melloman said...

I think people often overlook the importance of grooming their dogs as a way to contribute to their overall good health. Here are just a few more tips on pet grooming. You must groom your pet's whole body including the legs, tail, and underbody if you want to do it right. You must groom certain dogs from the skin outward to truly be effective in taking care of their coat of hair and keeping it healthy. Comb through the unseen healthy hair and remove the shedding hair; this is what most groomers do first before cutting your dog's coat. You must groom some animals all at once, while some other animals have so much hair that it is easier to do a little at a time each day. You know your dog is well-mannered when it will sit still and allow the owner or a professional to perform regular grooming and maintenance without any fuss. If you feel you just don't have the time or desire to do it yourself, it's time to call the professionals. Your dog will love you for it, and you'll feel great about it too. Hope this was helpful.

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