Category Archives: Pet Health & Care
Pigmentation in Dogs: Understanding Melanin and Pigmentation-Related Health Conditions
Melanin Melanin has an important role in protecting a dog’s skin. It absorbs harmful UV [...]
Preventative Care for Dogs: Keeping Them Healthy, Happy and Well-Groomed
Dog Groomers As dog groomers, we have limitations under the veterinary surgeons act 1966. We [...]
Caring for Pregnant Bitches in the Grooming Environment
1. Owner present Ask the owner to stay during the groom. They can hold, handle [...]
Understanding Stress Signals in Dogs: What Their Body Is Telling You
Body Posture Dogs can indicate fear or stress through their body, which can manifest as [...]
Approaching an Unfamiliar Dog: The Correct Technique
There are a number of things a groomer can do when approaching a dog for [...]
Signs of Ill Health in Dogs: How They Can Affect the Grooming Process
Hindlimb Lameness When a dog has pain in its back legs, for example arthritis, these [...]
Flea Life Cycle
It can take anywhere from two weeks to several months to complete the life cycle. Where Fleas [...]