grooming
A look inside animal grooming, and all the brushing, trimming, cleaning and primping that keeps your pet looking up to snuff.
Becoming a Dog Groomer – What You Need To Do?
Planning to become a dog groomer and open your own dog spa? It is certainly one of the most rewarding career choices. With a boom in the pet grooming industry these days, people have the opportunity to open their own pet salon and work full time as a pet groomer. What you really need to do is realize your dreams and follow the plan ahead.
Jamie HyttenPublished 4 years ago in PetlifeAll that You Wanted to Know About Pet Shedding
There are some things you cannot avoid as a pet parent—shedding is one of them. All animals shed, some more often than others. If you own a pet or you’re planning to own one soon and are concerned about the allergies and discomforts associated with shedding, then this info may help!
Do's and Don'ts of Dog Grooming
We treat our furry friends like family, and getting them regularly groomed is part of the process. Getting your dog professionally groomed can add up over time though, and that's why many people choose to try grooming at home. Sure, grooming them at home can be quick and inexpensive; however, that's only if you know the do's and don’ts of dog grooming. While it might take some time to learn how to effectively groom your dog, the benefits are definitely worth it.
Lindsay ParksPublished 5 years ago in Petlife10 Dog Grooming Hacks That Will Make Your Life So Much Easier
Every dog owner could use a few tips and tricks when it comes to giving them the best at home grooming session. These dog grooming hacks will not only make your life as an owner easier, but make grooming more enjoyable for your pup.
Kelsey LangePublished 6 years ago in PetlifeCaring for Your Dog at Home
Dogs are wonderful creatures, full of love and joy, and they enrich our lives every day with their presence. Their hairy, stinky, sharp nailed presence. Like all pets, dogs require care. Some more than others, but even the low maintenance ones still need someone to care for them.
Celina CampbellPublished 6 years ago in Petlife- Top Story - February 2018
The Importance of Brushing Your Dog
"Grooming" is an instinctive behaviour that all animals have. Simply defined, it is the mechanism to keep oneself clean and free from parasites and sickness. This can range in behaviours from licking, wiping, scratching, bathing, to more human behaviours such as brushing hair, shaving, nail clipping, and skin care. For dogs, they can take care of the basics, such as licking their fur to keep it clean and wearing down their nails (claws) by being active outdoors.
Celina CampbellPublished 6 years ago in Petlife Grooming Your Small Dog at Home!
Dog-grooming is a talent learned, not given. However there is a certain level of patience that needs to be had whenever deciding to groom your own dog. Today, I will be walking you through step-by-step on how to do a basic summer puppy cut on your Shih Tzu, Yorkie, or Shorkie. This haircut can work for any small dog in the summer time. It is also globally known as a "puppy cut."
Top Must-Haves If You Struggle With a Shedding Dog
Enter Nyla. Christmas time a year ago, my boyfriend and I were browsing a dog rescue page when we came across her. An eight week old Yorkie/Cocker Spaniel rescued from a puppy mill with her 6 siblings. We couldn't resist! We filled out the application in hopes we would be approved for any one of the six pups, and we were lucky enough to be matched with her.
Shelby AdolphPublished 6 years ago in PetlifeHerbal Flea Remedies
We all hate fleas. Even people who don't have four-legged, furry children hate fleas. So we all strive to keep them out of our homes, yards, and off of our precious pets. But usually flea preventive is expensive. And chemicals. And awful. It makes us feel bad, it makes our pets feel bad, it stinks, and what a huge money dump!
Hope MartinPublished 6 years ago in Petlife