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.
Is it necessary to groom a dog?
“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.”
What happens if you don't groom your dog?
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.
Why is it important to groom small animals?
Grooming your small pet can mean anything from brushing its fur, to giving it a bath. Brushing your small animal will give your pet a shiny healthy coat. And while a shiny coat looks good, it also has health benefits. Regular brushing can reduce shedding and prevent hairballs.
Why do dogs need to go to the groomers?
Professional Grooming Offers Health Benefits Using correct brushes for coat type removes damaged and dead hair, allowing new growth for a healthy coat. Careful brushing distributes the dog's natural oils and gets rid of dead skin. Handling during grooming allows early detection of lumps, bumps, and skin irritations.
