PetSmart Groomers: Pet Grooming is our Passion

We are so accustomed to our house cats taking care of their own hygienic needs that we sometimes forget that they, just like dogs, need us to help with their grooming. It is the cat owners responsibility to make sure that the cat's nails are trimmed, that any particularly nasty mats and knots are removed from their coats, and that their teeth are kept clean and free of tarter and decay. 

Not only is it irritating for the members of your family, it is an indication that your animal's nails need to be cut. This is important because long nails can cause pain to your animal's feet and they can be used as a weapon whether on purpose or by accident. The nails can also cause damage to furniture or carpet. 

Though some people think that a muzzle is cruel, it can keep the animal restrained and stop them from possible doing harm. A muzzle fits around the dog's mouth and is secured around the back of the head with ties or straps. Pet grooming experts agree that the animal feels no discomfort when wearing the muzzle. 

The hard truth is that some pets really don't like to be groomed. Dogs, who are perfectly happy to splash in mud puddles and swim in rivers, develop an unreasonable fear of water when their owner starts to unroll a hose. Cats who are happy to spend the entire day being stroked by their human, turn into shrieking banshees when that same owner picks up a brush. 

If you do get bitten by your cat while giving it a flea bath you will want to get to your doctors office right away, even cats that are kept inside, have dirty mouths and cat bites can get infected very quickly. After your cat is clean and free of fleas, send some time cuddling it and brushing its freshly washed hair. 

The animal you are grooming is special to you and you will want to keep the animal safe and calm during the pet grooming experience. Any undue pain or injury caused by unsafe practices can cause emotional stress to your animal and damage to the trust level the pet may have with you. The following tips will ensure a safe and pleasurable pet grooming experience.