Despite our differences, there are actually quite a few things we share in common with our dogs. They’re loyal to the people they love, they have their good days and their off days, and they look and feel their best when they’re clean and well-groomed.
Proper, regular grooming is absolutely vital for any dog, but there are still many misconceptions around why it’s important. Some people have been led to believe that dogs are mostly self-sufficient, with grooming only being important for aesthetics. However, this is simply not the case! In fact, there are several benefits to visiting a professional dog salon that are worth considering.
Benefits of Dog Grooming When Done Properly
From trimming their hair to hand stripping their coat or clipping their nails, there are a number of services that come together for a full grooming package for your dog. Not only are these grooming services important for your dog to look their best, they provide a number of health benefits as well.
The benefits of regular nail trimming include:
- Keeping your dog safe from accidentally snagging and/or breaking their nails
- Avoiding excess pressure on long nails
- Improving walking and standing posture, thus keeping joints healthy
- Avoiding accidental injuries to people and other animals
The benefits of regular hair grooming include:
- Keeping your dog’s coat free of dead skin, dead hair, dandruff, etc.
- Getting a chance to closely inspect your dog’s skin for any problems (rashes, sores, flea infestations, lumps, infections, etc.)
- Improving circulation to the skin so it’s clean and healthy
- Keeping ears and eyes clear of hair so they can see and hear better
As you can see, the upsides of regular grooming go so much further than skin-deep. That does prompt further questions however, particularly of how and when you should be doing it. For the best possible results and the most stress-free experience for you and your pup, we can’t recommend working with a professional dog groomer enough.
Getting some help from the pros
Although many people opt to do standard grooming for their dog at home on their own, this isn’t possible for many others due to a variety of reasons. Perhaps your dog has a more anxious or fidgety temperament? That will make it difficult for you to properly trim hair and nails while keeping them safe. Or maybe you don’t have the time to groom your dog as thoroughly and regularly as you’d like. Or—and this is very likely—you may not have all the know-how and experience to give your pup the best groom possible.
Whatever your reason, there’s nothing wrong with getting a helping hand from professional dog groomers. If you’re still not convinced on the benefits, here are a few other things to keep in mind.
Most professionals offer full-service grooming
Whether you’re just dropping by the nearest dog salon to get a couple of your pup’s longer nails trimmed to length, or you need a full top-to-bottom groom, professional groomers can help. Not only do they know exactly how to do every step of the grooming process, but also their skill and experience normally means they can do it in a fraction of the time that you would be able to—something you and your dog will probably appreciate.
Professional groomers have all the tools they need at hand
Depending on the type of grooming you need to do, as well as the breed and size of your dog, you might need certain tools to properly do the job. Most dog salons have a fully-stocked toolkit of grooming instruments, from various electric clippers to safety trimming scissors. They also have multiple brushes which they’ll select from depending on your dog’s hair type, meaning less dog hair on your rugs and furniture at home.
Making dogs of all temperaments feel comfortable
No one knows your dog like you. With that said, there’s value in the experience that professional groomers have with dogs of all temperaments. Whether your dog is more fidgety and nervous, or calm and laid-back, a professional groomer will know how to get them feeling at ease for the duration of their appointment. The best groomers are patient, gentle, and yet still firm, making the time spent at the salon as stress-free as possible for all involved.
Professional dog groomers aren’t afraid to deal with the harder parts of grooming
Whether it’s the long, labour-intensive process of hand stripping a wiry coat, or one of the yuckier grooming tasks like treating a flea infestation, groomers aren’t shy when it comes to the trickier parts of grooming. Rather than dealing with these grooming challenges at home all by yourself, why not lean on the experts to help your dog feel good as new faster?
Smaller grooming businesses get to know your dog over time
Past experience has taught us that larger grooming businesses and franchises aren’t able to take the necessary time to really get to know your dog. That’s why, when choosing a professional dog salon, we recommend you go with a smaller business. Not only do they tend to have fewer dogs in the building at one time (which helps keep stress levels low), but they also know that a key part of getting repeat business is taking the time to build a relationship with the dogs. At our dog salon, for instance, we’ve found that over repeated sessions dogs begin to recognize and trust us, and suddenly every appointment becomes faster and easier than the last because they have come to love seeing us!
Need a professional dog groomer?
If you’ve been searching for that doggie spa that handles everything to do with your pup’s health and beauty, while still taking the time to work with them on an individual basis, look no further than Dog World Beauty & Health Spa.
Our team is highly trained and experienced in all forms of dog grooming, and our 40+ years of expertise means your dog will receive the utmost care at their appointment. We handle everything from nails, to coats, to teeth, and we do it all with patience and kindness to each and every dog we see.
There’s no shortage of options for dog salons in Victoria BC, so that’s why we let our caring, individualized process speak for itself. If you’ve been searching for a group of trusted, well-trained, experienced animal lovers to look after all your dog grooming needs, contact us today!
