Regular grooming helps keep your pet looking and feeling good.  Every time your pet is brushed, loose hair and debris are removed from the coat, leaving it cleaner and healthier.

Brushing also reduces the risk of matting.  Aside from being unattractive, a matted coat limits the skin’s exposure to air, making your pet more prone to skin infections.  It is also important to dematt a pet before bathing.  Once a matt gets wet, it will become tighter and harder to remove.

Introduce your pet to the idea of grooming early in life usually after their last set of vaccinations.  Puppies will quickly become acclimated to a grooming routine.  However, it’s never too late to start a grooming program, even if your pet is a senior citizen.

                  Suggested grooming for your pet:

Hard Coated Terrier             6 - 8 weeks

(Schnauzer-Westie-Scottie)

Cocker Spaniel                     6 - 8 weeks

Shih Tzi, Lhaso Apso           4 - 5 weeks

Poodles                                6 - 8 weeks

Labrador Retriever               8 - 12 weeks

Golden Retriever                  6 - 8 weeks

Sheltie - Collie                      4 - 6 weeks

Dogs with heavy undercoats   4 - 6 weeks

Elderly Dogs                         4 - 6 weeks

Puppies                                 4 - 6 weeks