Dog grooming is an important part of keeping your pup both looking and feeling their best. Since 1970, the staff of pet lovers at Robinwood Kennel has been offering exceptional dog boarding and grooming services to the Highland Heights, KY, area.

This trusted, family-owned-and-operated dog kennel offers these dog grooming tips to help you care for your four-legged family members:

• Bond With Brushing: Brushing your dog’s fur is about more than taking tangles out of tresses. Regular brushing stimulates blood flow for healthy skin, removes dead hair, distributes natural oils, and helps keep fur clean. The frequency of this dog grooming ritual depends on your pet’s coat. Short-haired pups should be brushed once a week, while those with long silky coats should be brushed daily. Brush those in-between two or three times a week.

• Clip With Care: Regularly clipping your dog’s nails prevents uncomfortable toe twisting and possible broken paws. For the greatest success, go slowly and use a nail clipper made just for pets. If your four-legged friend has white nails, you’ll be able to see the vein and clip off just enough to not cut it. If your dog has black nails, clip off a little at a time, stopping when you see a pale oval at the tip. Of course, if nail clipping makes you nervous, you can take your pooch to a trusted dog grooming professional.
• Bathe Better: Baths are an important part of dog grooming, but too many sud sessions can have a negative effect on your pup’s health. Unless your pet has gotten into a mess, only bathe them every two to four months to prevent drying out their skin. Don’t share shampoo with your dog, as human shampoo will be too harsh on their skin and coat. Rinse completely, and be careful not to get shampoo into eyes, mouth or ears.

For all your dog grooming needs, you can count on the professionals at Robinwood Kennel. Call (859) 781-2352 to inquire about their dog boarding and grooming services, or visit their website to learn more about their cat and dog kennel services.