Monday, August 20, 2007

Pet Grooming For Your Pet's And You Own Sake

Pet dander and hair often cause human allergies. So, if you suffer from a sudden bout of allergies with no apparent underlying cause, you know who is to blame. Sticking to a regular pet grooming schedule ensures that dander and dead hair are removed so that both you and your pet can enjoy good health. Pet grooming is particularly significant in winter and fall seasons when you and your pet are confined to your home for most of the time.

Advantages of frequent pet grooming:

Dead hair, dander and other related debris is removed by thorough brushing and washing of your pet. This will also help remove odour, which can otherwise be a big put off factor for pet owners and any guests who come visiting. Brushing ensures increased blood circulation and lymphatic flow due to the massaging movements. Air circulation through a clean coat is better. Pet grooming will lead to removal of fleas, mites and ticks etc. The cumulative effect of all these factors is that the pet skin remains clean, free of diseases and the coat shines with good health.

There is an emotional aspect to pet grooming too. The interaction between the pet and its owner during the grooming process leads to strengthening of the bond between them. Knowing that you care for him will make him feel greatly secure in your hands. While rubbing and massaging him you will find out where he likes to be touched and which are his discomfort zones. This will also help you detect any lumps or any other health conditions not visible to the naked eye.

Home pet grooming tips:

Follow these guidelines and you will be able to provide a reasonably good grooming treatment to your pet
Shampoo your pet regularly to rid the skin and hair of unwanted dander and debris. There are special shampoos for pets so do not try to use your own shampoo on him or it could cause irritation.
Use a conditioner on after every shampoo. This will prevent allergens from collecting on your pet's coat.
To remove tangles in the coat spray a conditioning liquid.
The importance of brushing and combing your pet's coat cannot be emphasised less. This will keep the coat glossy and clean.

So, for the better health of your pet as well as yourself, plan out a pet grooming schedule and follow it closely. The physical benefits and emotional attachment with your pet will be worth the trouble.

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He has written several informative articles on pet grooming tips topics.

 

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