Dog Grooming Services in Lancaster
Dog grooming is more than just a luxury to keep your dog looking good, it is an essential part of your pet care that can have many benefits for both you and your dog. Professional grooming will make your dog feel better and more comfortable, protect them from a number of health issues, and help keep your home cleaner too.
Benefits of Having a Well-Groomed Dog
Regular grooming brings many benefits for both you and your dog, including:
- A clean, healthy coat and skin, with no matting or double coating.
- Less smell, especially from active, outdoor dogs.
- A cooler, more comfortable dog, especially in the summer months.
- The chance to check for skin issues, including parasites and grass seeds.
- Less shedding of dog hair on carpets and furniture.
- Clipped nails to avoid pad infections and promote good paw health.
In addition, a well-groomed dog will come home cleaner from your walks, with shorter hair bringing less mud and dirt into your house.
How Often Should Your Dog Be Groomed?
Coat Trimming
When it comes to coat clipping and trimming, the frequency heavily depends on the time of year, as well as the rate of their fur growth. We would recommend asking your veterinarian for advice tailored to your dog’s specific breed.
Nail Clipping
Additionally, toenail clipping should be done every one to two months. However, dogs that frequently go outdoors or walk on hard surfaces will wear their toenails down more quickly. In contrast, indoor dogs or dogs who walk on softer surfaces will not have this ability.
It is important to regularly check your dog’s toenails. Ultimately, they should not reach the ground when they are standing or make a clicking sound as they walk.
Additionally, claws on the inside of the front legs, and back legs in some dogs (also known as the dewclaws) will need trimming more often than others.
What Are The 7 Steps of Grooming a Dog?
Generally, you can expect a grooming appointment to include the following steps:
- Bathing
- Clipping nails
- Cleaning ears
- Cleaning eyes
- Trimming hair
- Brushing
- Blow-drying
How Do You Calm A Dog Who Hates Being Groomed?
When it comes to regular at-home upkeep, there are a number of measures you can take to make your dog feel more comfortable. These include:
- Letting your dog sniff the bath and shampoo before you start running water.
- Regularly brushing them to avoid tangles building up.
- Making sure that your pet has been to the bathroom before getting groomed.
- Using treats and positive language to encourage them throughout.
It is important to get your dog used to grooming from a young age so that they become as comfortable with it as possible.
Why Choose Professional Dog Grooming?
Extensive Experience In Grooming Uncooperative Dogs
It might seem easier, and cheaper, to groom your own dog, but it’s not as easy as it looks. Even the quietest, most obedient dog can fight against grooming, and we’ve seen many half-groomed dogs who have wriggled and squirmed their way out of a proper cut.
When you choose professional dog grooming with Posh Paws, you get a highly skilled team with all the facilities of the North West’s largest dog care company behind them. Our vast experience means that we have likely seen it all when it comes to your four-legged friend’s reaction to the clippers!
Helps Spot Undiagnosed Health Issues
Not only will we ensure a great look for your dog, but they will also be thoroughly checked by experts to spot any health issues early. So you could end up saving more on your vet bills than the cost of your trim.
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
Also, we are 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.
Prices For Our Dog Grooming Services
- Puppy Groom (12 weeks to 6 months): £25
- Hygiene Groom: £25
- Wash & Go (Small Dog): £25
- Wash & Go (Medium Dog): £30
- Wash & Go (Large Dog): £40
- Full Groom: £50
We offer a variety of other services, from training to daycare. To make a booking please call 01524 587315 or send an enquiry via our contact us page.
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