“Grooming is as important as bringing your pet to the vet for regular checkups,” says Lauren Lakritz, an Animal Care Technician in the ASPCA's Animal Recovery Center (ARC) and a certified professional groomer. “It's maintaining the well-being of your animal.” 20 янв. 2016 г.
How long can a dog go without grooming?
Long-haired dogs need a bath every 4 to 6 weeks, complemented by a haircut every 8 to 12 weeks, says Curtis. A good balance of both can be achieved with a visit from a groomer every six weeks. The more you brush your dog at home, Curtis notes, the longer you can go between visits from the groomer.
What happens if you don't get your dog groomed?
If you don't groom your dog, dead skin and dirt are going to pile up on their coat. When you brush your dog, you're not only helping keep their coat healthy and glossy, you're also helping remove dead skin and dirt as well as dead fur and dandruff.
Do dogs not need grooming?
Weimaraner. The Weimaraner, a large gun dog, is still popular with hunters today. Their short coats help make them extremely low-maintenance dogs, as they require almost no grooming.
Is it important to groom your dog?
Grooming Maintains Healthy Coat and Fur To maintain his or her fur and coat, you simply need to brush him or her. Any seasoned pet owner will tell you that brushing your pet will benefit him or her greatly. It will also strengthen your bond, in addition to helping to avoid mats in his or her fur.
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