Pets are extended family members. They live, play, sleep, and sometimes eat with you daily. They listen when you need to vent, and they rarely complain about anything. Unfortunately, that lack of communication also restricts you from knowing if there is something wrong with your pet. Pet grooming appointments mediate between you and your pets, addressing problems that may be less obvious to you like fleas or wounds. How often you take your pet into a groomer depends on factors like their hair length, breed, and how frequently they are groomed at home. A solid guideline is four to eight weeks unless your pet shows signs that they need to go in earlier, such as excessive shedding, dry skin, or long nails. Here are three aspects that grooming addresses.

3 Reasons to Have Your Pet Groomed

1. Control Shedding

Shedding is a problem for you and your pet. Hair gets everywhere in the home, creates uncomfortable mats on your animal, and acts as a hiding place for fleas and ticks. A weekly shampoo and brushing help alleviate mats and provides a groomer the chance to look for ticks, fleas, lice, and dry skin.

2. Nail Trimming

Long nails are uncomfortable for dogs and cats. Cats bite their nails to keep them healthy and clean, but dogs have no recourse but to walk on them. Clipping their nails once a month gives the groomer a chance to look for paw and hip ailments, and provides your pets with better mobility.

3. Ear Cleanings

Dogs and cats get ear mites. Their ears should be checked regularly, especially if they’re an outdoor pet. Excessive hair can hinder hearing. However, they need enough of it to help prevent scratches while playing with other animals or when they’re relieving itches. Open wounds can become infected. Groomers check the ears every time your pets visit. Do not clean your pets’ ears at home unless there are known problems. Earwax is a filtration system, and if it’s removed too often, it will cause irritation and possibly infection.

Are you looking for pet grooming services for your furry family members? Check out All Creatures Inn, in Nicholasville, KY. This friendly, animal-loving staff understands the significance of grooming to maintain your pet’s health and comfort and handles each cat and dog as if it were their own. Learn more about their pet grooming and boarding services online or call them today (859) 233-9000.