There are several reasons why getting your dog groomed on a
regular basis is beneficial to your dogs health, in addition to the aesthetic
benefits.
If you own a breed that requires routine coat trimming such
as a Shih Tzu, Poodle, Cocker Spaniel, or Maltese, keeping a regular grooming
schedule will result in a healthier coat. As a groomer, it pains to have to
resort to shaving a dog completely is the hair has become matted and clumped —
very similar to dread-locks in human hair. Not only does your dog suffer from
the pain and pulling from messing with the mats, but your canine companion can
also develop skin conditions and sores from bacteria that develop under the
mats. Longer and/or softer coats require a COMPLETE brush out BEFORE bathing to
prevent water catching in the mats. If water remains in the clumps in can mold
and cause rot. This type of matting is the most difficult to brush out and will
result in having to clip underneath the matting.
Short to medium coated breeds such Labrador, Golden
Retriever, German Shepherd, or Beagle that shed frequently also benefit from
keeping a routine grooming schedule. This routine keeps the coat thin, healthy
and tremendously reduces the amount of loose hair in your home (not to mention
all the lint that collects on your clothes).
Dogs cool off their bodies by panting and via air
circulation as it passes through the pads on their paws. By keeping the hair
between their pads clipped, it significantly benefits your dog’s built-in air
conditioning unit. It also increases the traction they need to maneuver without
slipping on smooth surfaces.
There are other benefits to routine grooming: older dogs
with weaker skeletal systems benefit tremendously from keeping their pads
trimmed. Often dogs with longer facial hair develop crust in the corner of
their eyes from the due to irritation. Sores can develop under the crust which
can lead to discomfort, infection, and greater medical issues. Routine grooming
will alleviate the development of bacteria around the eyes resulting in a
healthier dog.
In addition to grooming, keeping your dogs nails trimmed
will result in an agile and more mobile dog. Overgrown nails result in the
“splaying” of the pads, which means that your dog has to adjust his stance to
compensate for the nail length. This unnatural posture eventually leads to
arthritis in their legs and hips, and also increases the risk of your dog
snagging and tearing nails on floors, carpeting and furniture. Well-manicured
nails will also prevent injury to you from their “pawing” affection.
Call us today to get your pet groomed not to only look good
but to feel good!