Some pets never learn. Despite your best efforts, they’ll wallow in every mud puddle, roll on road kill and dart after skunks time and time again. If you can’t afford a regular grooming appointment, you’ll need to master the dog bath (or the cat bath, as the case may be). And since pets can’t use emery boards, it pays to brush up on your pet nail clipping skills, too. Here are some tips to help with at-home grooming. https://urbanpetsstore.com/

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U R B A N P E T S S T O R E
S T A Y C A L M A N D B R I N G O N
T H E T R E A T S .
The goal is to make grooming a positive, stress-free experience for
both you and your pet. Start with short sessions and reward your pet
for staying calm with praise or high-value treats.
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B R U S H Y O U R P E T R E G U L A R L Y
Just a few minutes of brushing helps remove dirt, excess hair,
tangles and mats while distributing oils that help keep the skin and
coat healthy. Some pets may need more brushing than others,
especially those with long hair and double-coated pets that “blow
coat,” or shed their undercoats seasonally.
C H O O S E A S H A M P O O M A D E
F O R P E T S .
Human shampoo has a different pH than dog and cat skin requires,
but pet shampoos are designed to be a perfect match. If your pet has
a greasy coat, is extremely itchy or has other skin conditions, your
veterinarian may recommend a therapeutic shampoo that can help.
T R I M N A I L S R E G U L A R L Y
Regular walks on cement roads and sidewalks can help wear down
your dog’s nails. And scratching posts can help your cat remove the
dead outer sheath on her claws. But most pets will need your help
with their nails at some point. Without regular trimming, cat nails
can curl back and pierce the paw pads, which can be painful and
lead to infection.
S C H E D U L E R E G U L A R B A T H S .
Some pets need baths more often than others. Cats, for the most
part, are usually pretty good at preening themselves. But other pets,
especially those with skin problems, may benefit from regular baths.