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A Pet Parent's Guide to Finding Pet Grooming Florida

By David Russell


It doesn't matter what kind of cat or dog you own. Any pet has specific grooming needs that owners need to help with. Some pets may only need regular baths and nail trims. Others have more complex needs. If your dog or cat has needs that you can't manage, a company offering pet grooming Florida may be just what you need to keep your fur baby looking and feeling their best. Here are some things to look for when you need to hire someone to care for your pet.

You may be surprised to find that some groomers have certification and training while others do not. True professionals will have taken courses and continue to do training and participate in workshops to make sure that they keep their skills current. If you want to make sure you are dealing with someone who is familiar with the needs of different breeds and who can give your pet the look you want you may want to look for a groomer who is certified.

While it may not seem necessary to groom your pet it is. Long nails can hurt your pet's feet either while they are walking or if the nails grow back into the foot pads. Matted fur can make your pet more susceptible to extreme heat or cold and may also cause open sores on a pet's skin. In time this can become quite serious.

For owners of feline companions, finding a cat-friendly groomer is essential. Cats need to be handled differently than dogs so a one-stop-shop approach may not be the best idea. Finding out how the salon holds felines, whether they have any anti-stress sprays or other products on hand, and where the cats will be housed before and after grooming will help you find the best salon for your feline friend.

While you may be tempted to hire the first professional who is available and who charges reasonable prices that may not be the best idea. It is a better idea to talk to several companies and find out what is included in the prices they are charging. Some will offer lower cost grooming but not include some basic services such as nail cutting or ear plucking. If you visit a salon make sure it is clean and in a good state of repair.

Some dogs need their hair handled in special ways. A double coated dog like a husky or retriever will need different techniques used on them than other breeds will. If your dog has any specific grooming requirements you should make the salon aware of them and ask them how they will deal with that requirement.

You may also want to ask the groomer whether they have special shampoos or products on hand that can handle certain health issues. Dogs with allergies may need special shampoos such as those made with oatmeal. It can be a good idea to inquire whether you can bring your own shampoos as well in case a veterinarian prescribes one for your pup.

Finding potential salons is not difficult. You can ask at vet clinics, pet stores or look online. You might also want to ask breeders or individuals who show their animals where they take their pets to be cared for.




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