Grooming is a crucial part of your dog’s overall health and wellbeing. However, quality grooming is much more than keeping your dog looking and smelling good. With proper dog grooming, you can decrease shedding, eliminate fleas and ticks, and even detect health conditions. Find out more about the benefits of dog grooming in our guide below. 

Pest Prevention

Taking your pup for a monthly flea and tick check-up is vital. Because dogs are constantly outside exploring, it is easy to pick up nasty pests from grasses or other dogs. If fleas settle in your home, they can be challenging to get rid of. Therefore, ensure your dog is pest-free by regularly having grooming appointments to prevent this.

Early Detection of Health Issues

Professional grooming is one of the most efficient ways to discover health problems. An expert groomer will look for lumps, lesions, rashes, and inflammation, including:

  • Eczema
  • Hotspots
  • Allergies
  • Ringworm 
  • Skin Infections

Reduces the Chances of Ear Infections

Removing gunk and build-up in your dog’s ears is important in preventing any ear infections. Your groomer should also be able to trim any of the lengthier parts of hair that could be causing further issues. 

Reduces the Risk of Bad Posture or Bone Deformations

Trimming your dog’s nails is often overlooked, however, it is essential for their wellbeing. This is because long nails can be uncomfortable for your dog to walk on which may end up giving them bad posture. 

Helps Maintain a Healthy Coat

The best way to get your dog’s coat healthy and beautiful is to make grooming a priority in addition to a regular brushing routine. It is likely to reduce mats in their fur, which, if left untreated, can grow large and pull aggressively on the skin, causing pain and discomfort for your dog. 

Positive Behaviour 

If you have your dog professionally groomed, not only will it make an impact physically, but it will positively impact their mental health. This is because a good-smelling and looking dog is much more enjoyable to be around, therefore, the positive reinforcement your dog will receive will improve their behaviour as well. 

 

Book Our Dog Grooming Services in Lancaster

 At Posh Paws Dog Grooming, we offer a range of services, including:

  • Puppy grooming
  • Dog grooming
  • Bathing
  • Brushing
  • Blow-drying
  • Nail clipping

We are also professionally trained to work with all kinds of dogs, from the regularly groomed pooch who just needs a trim, to the shaggy dog who is long overdue for their haircut. To make a booking please call 01524 587315 or send an enquiry via our contact us page.