Many pet owners find it very convenient and cost effective to groom their pets at home rather than hiring the services of a professional pet groomer. For those of you who are interested in raising your pet on your own at home but aren’t quite sure how to go about it, check out these few tips below to help you get started with more ease in caring for your pet on your own.
First of all, make sure you have the right tools, accessories, and supplies to take care of your pet. This is especially important if you have different types of pets at home. For example, if you have a dog and a cat at home, don’t use the brush used to groom your cat with your dog. This is an unhygienic and inappropriate way to abuse a shaving brush. Make sure to use a different grooming brush for your cat and dog. The basic tools include a shaving brush, grooming shampoo, grooming comb, grooming scissors, hair dryer and last but not least a nail clipper.
Next, choose the right brush for your pet’s coat type. For example, if you have a pet with a fluffy coat, getting a paddle brush is essential to keep that fluff at bay. Likewise, if you have a pet with a finer coat, get a brush for the more delicate use. Remember, don’t abuse the brush like in the advice above, thinking you can save a few bucks by making full use of your shaving brush.
Choosing the right shampoo for your pet is another important point to pay attention to. Many pet owners think pet grooming is as simple as shampooing and washing their pet with regular shampoo but nothing could be further from the truth. Animals are sensitive to shampoos made for humans. To prevent irritation to your pet’s skin and coat, be sure to choose the right pet shampoo for the type of skin your pet has.
Another point to consider for an inexperienced pet breeder is finding a suitable place to groom your pet. The obvious choice is to go to the toilet. However, if you are not able to do so, find an enclosed area that can be easily cleaned after each pet grooming session. Not confining or covering your pet will cause them to get wet when they run around your house and damage your home.
However, if you are going to groom a large dog that cannot fit inside a small bathtub, try taking him to the backyard for a grooming session. This can only be done during the warmer months. Don’t experiment with cold weather or it could seriously affect your dog’s health.
Last but not least, you must be patient when caring for your pet. This is especially true for first-timers taking care of your pets. You may not know how to handle your pet at first but with patience, you will learn how to handle your pet better and enjoy grooming sessions together.