you might not think of cats’ grooming needs as anything beyond a good brushing or combing, but it can also be helpful to bathe them periodically, especially long-hairs. the main reason it’s so important to groom your cat is to prevent mats. “mats form at the skin and work out, so you want to make sure you’re getting all the way down to the base,” selof says. if this is the case for your cat, you may want to consider …

keep every tuft of your precious pet’s fur neatly in its place with the oster pocket cordless dog & cat trimmer. at just one-half pound, the compact cordless design fits easily in the palm of your hand for precise control. my cat is struggling with weight gain and sometimes it’s hard for her to groom her back and she gets small mats the groomer was charging 100 dollars to remove the small mats now i can shave them before they …

the detroit dog groomers at canine to five have compiled the perfect at-home guide to trimming your dog’s nails that’ll walk you through every step of the way. a good rule of thumb is to trim your dog’s nails once they start touching the ground. if you hear your dog’s nails clacking on the ground, it may be time for a nail trim! if you’re lucky, and yes – when it comes to dog nails, you can actually get lucky …

although many dog owners prefer to groom their dogs at home, having your dog professionally groomed can save you time and energy. a professional grooming session typically consists of the dog being brushed, bathed, and dried, as well as trimmed or clipped with clean, sanitized brushes and clipper blades. groomers trim most dogs over the eyes, at the tips of the ears, and on the bottoms of the feet. professional groomers have all the right tools to get your dog …

this article was co-authored by jamie freyer, dvm and by wikihow staff writer, amy bobinger. dr. jamie freyer is a licensed doctor of veterinary medicine based in washington. with over ten years of experience in clinical practice and industry, she specializes in veterinary medicine and surgery, animal behavior, and animal genetics. dr. freyer holds a bs in life science from the university of portland and a dvm from oregon state university. there are 16 references cited in this article, which …