Grooming is very important for any pet. Pet grooming allows you to bond with your pet more and give them a healthy upbringing. It also lets you know if they have any underlying health conditions like soreness or lumps in the body. 

Things that are required for grooming are Shampoo, Nail trimmers, Earbuds, Brush, Cotton balls, proper containers for their food, Detanglers, Toothpaste, Clippers, proper bedding, Ointments and proper medicines as per their age and disease (if any).  

You can start the grooming process by yourself or by hiring a professional. If you start the grooming process yourself make sure you are gentle in your process as thats how your pet will accept the new changes and will make your process easier and comfortable. Now, check for any soreness / lumps or bumps in the body and schedule an appointment if you find any. Make the grooming process an enjoyable one and make it a regular process so that they know they have to be trained and groomed as per their owner. 

Grooming Tips

Find some basic grooming tips for your pets which you can start at home itself – 

Brushing

This should be a regular process for your pet regardless of the breed and type. Even if you can’t do it regularly, make it several times a week. Brushing and combing gives your pet a feel-good factor and removes any dead skin or hair tangling which might irritate them later. Be very gentle in the process and not too much pressure is applied as it might be something new to them and might take time to adjust to the changes. 

Baths

Water temperature should be kept warm always as the chilled water causes chills in the animals and its not appreciated by them at all. During the baths you can brush them along and give a gentle massage. It not only relaxes their skin but always allows them to have a cleaner environment. You can bathe them in small tubs using conditioner and shampoos. Proper drying method should be followed to prevent chilling.  

Nails

You should trim their nails regularly depending on  the growth of your pet. As mentioned before, be gentle and patient with them as it's new for them. Once they become habituated, they will become patient too with you. Bigger nails are a threat to you and them as well. They can hit you badly and for them, they can engage in any sharp object or corner and trip fully. If you are scared to do it, you can hire a professional who can trim the nails for you. But it is something that should be done regularly.

Teeth

Brush them regularly and give them a gentle mouth massage. It will make you aware of any existing dental issue which can be solved without any delay. Mouth massages are enjoyed by the pets and you can know when your pet is in pain. Since they are voiceless, you can act as their lended voice and have a nice friendly stay with your pet.  

Ears 

Another sense of touch that needs your attention is ears, where you can give them a gentle ear massage and clean them for any debris or dirt. This also allows your pet to become friendly to your touch. If you feel there Is some infection or some pain in the pet, schedule an appointment and they can guide you the best.

Pet grooming can become an enjoyable process for both you and your pet. It is a very important part of the animal care regardless of what pet are you having. This will let you have them happy and hassle free experience.