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How to Remove a Tick |
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Pull the surrounding hairs away from the ticks body. Take the tweezers and grasp the tick as close to the buried head as you can possibly get. Do NOT squeeze, but pull gently up and away from the dog, slowly to be sure not to break off the head of the tick. Toss tick in toilet and flush. Wash your hands and your dog's skin with anti-bacterial soap. |
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Chewing Gum!!!!! |
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For gum stuck just on top of the coat, use ice cubes to freeze it first, then you can either break it off, or lift it off gently.
For gum stuck in the hairs between his toes, it is best to just cut it off carefully, and keep those hairs trimmed to avoid further mishaps. |
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Burrs |
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Brushing out a burr is not always possible, but there is another way, as opposed to just hacking it out in a chunk. It still cuts it out, but in a less traumatic way for your dog's coat.
Take a sewing seam ripper, and pick the hairs around the burr until it can be pulled out.
To prevent burrs from becoming encased again, a spritz with mink-oil conditioner will keep his coat nice and slippery, and any burrs will brush out easily. You can buy mink-oil conditioner from most groomers. |
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Brushing Your Best Friend |
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Brushing your dog isn't just for removing the little nasties his fur can pick up, a good brushing will keep your dog looking and feeling great, cut down the shedding drastically, as well as alert you to any skin and coat problems, and sometimes even internal parasites.
File this away for future reference, a dull coat can indicate a worm infestation, and it is best to see your veterinarian.
Like any job, proper tools are essential, and in case of grooming, tools should be matched to your dog's coat type.
Short Coat - A soft bristled brush is perfect for this coat type. While not strong enough to penetrate deeper in a long-coated dog, on a short coat, this brush is ideal for removing dead hair and spreading the skin's natural oils.
Long Wavy or Wire Coat - A pin brush is best for this type of coat. The straight pins will go deep enough to pull out the dead hair that causes matting and also expel any hitchhikers.
Long Curly or Silky Coat - The ever-versatile slicker brush. This is the most common pet brush you see, the one with the flat, rectangular head, and bent wire bristles. This brush can be used for any coat, but is best on a long soft coated dog. Use it to work out tangles that come with curls and to keep the straight silky coat soft and shiny. |
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When should I start to have my dog groomed? |
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Starting early is a definate must and we recomend within the first
three months of your pets life.
This is a good timeframe to start as your pet will need grooming
for the rest of his life. This is especially
the case with long coated breeds such
as Maltese Terriers, Poodles and Bischons
as they need continual grooming for their
coats.
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My pet's coat is very matted, can I resolve the issue myself? |
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For a small amount of
matting, it is possible that it can be worked
out. If your pet has excessive matting,
unfortunately, No. Your pet may have to
be shaved and resume new growth. To prevent matting, regular brushing and combing is needed. |
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Do you sedate pets before you bathe or groom them? |
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A groomer should not have to sedate and we do not sedate under any circumstance. If your dog requires sedation you should consult your Vetranarian as to how Grooming should be handled. |
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Will my dog be muzzled? |
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Dogs that show signs of aggression towards people and other pets, will be muzzled for their safety and ours. |
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Can I bring some treats with my dog? |
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Yes. We always encourage
owners to bring a few treats to reward
their pet. You are also welcome to bring
a doggy coat or his favorite blanket to
keep him warm after a complete body clipping,
especially for small breeds.
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Will my pet be placed in a cage? |
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Due to limited space and safety
reasons we can not let your pet run loose in our facility.
All our cages are
large in size with plenty of room for movement. We generally
do not keep them too long in the cage
as pick up times are advised. While in the cages they
are amongst alot of activity and love.
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Should my dog's vaccinations be up to date? |
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YES - absolutely.
Your dog must be vaccinated as it is your
responsibility to keep him immunized. |
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I wont be able to make my appointment, what do I do? |
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Please phone us at least 24 hrs prior to your appointment, so we can reschedule your appointment. This will also allow us to arrange another dog for grooming rather than waste the allotted appointment time. |
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How often should
I brush my dog and what kind of brush
should I use? |
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Brushing helps loosen
dander and shedding hair which can get
matted if not treated on a regulaly. Daily
brushing is always a plus, and if you
start your dog out young, your pet will
actually enjoy it. We would recommend
frequent brushing even on short haired
pets, and a good medium sized pin brush
is always best. Bristle brushes tend to
only cover the surface hair and do not
reach down to the skin.
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Can I hurt my
dog by too much brushing? |
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Frequent brushing
is always recommended however, using a
pin brush in one area to hard or too frequently
can irritate the skin, particularly on
light or sensitive skinned dogs. If your
dog has allergies, it can also irritate
the skin to the point of bleeding which
may cause further aggravation or damage.
We are always available to help show anyone
the proper way to brush their pets.
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Why does my dog smell bad even after his bath? |
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Most dogs should smell
pleasant after bathing. Continual bad odor
may indicate a medical problem-ear infections,
skin disease, internal disorders, dental
decay and fungal infections can all create
an unpleasant smell. |
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How much does
a grooming service cost? |
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Charges are based on
breed, size and condition of your pets coat. Extra charges apply
for flea dips, matting, special cuts or
scissoring. We also offer cat grooming!
Call for rates and information. |
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