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Grooming is a very important part of pet care, but it's also one of the most expensive aspects of it. A single trip to a professional groomer can cost up to sixty dollars for a regularly sized dog. But the good news is that with a little know how, some elbow grease, and the right tools, you can have the same grooming benefits for your pets right in your own home. It's a great way to save money, and you can even make use of online promotions like PetStore.com coupons to lower the cost of tools and other grooming aids like shampoo.
Because grooming is so much more than just shoving your dog or cat into a tub of sudsy water and turning the hose on it, you may want to read up on it first, such as going online to read about the grooming particulars of your dog's breed. Or, if you have a mixed breed pup, you might want to get specific tips on, say, how to clip nails, how to untangle mats, and how to keep Fluffy from going ballistic every time he hears the word "bath".
Here are a few pointers to get you started:
· Have the right tool for the right job. This will help the job go more smoothly, and avoid injuries for your pet and yourself. Just like you don't use a spade to rake leaves, you don't use a slicker brush on short-haired animals with a single coat. You should also take care not to brush your pet's skin with any substantial force. Such rough treatment can cause brush burn, and will cause your pet great discomfort.
· Invest in good quality tools. Buy the best tools you can afford - better a $10 nail clipper that does the job well and lasts you up to a year than the $2.50 clippers that won't cut, draw blood, or "chew" at your poor pet's nails into jagged, painful edges. Remember, the savings will come in the long run, but it's best to invest in tools. Besides, you can always stretch your budget by buying tools with PetStore.com coupons and get the best tools without having to pay top dollar.
· Use products that are specifically formulated for animal use. No matter how gentle a product claims to be, it may not be good for your pet's skin. Don't worry, these products may be a little pricey, but they still beat going to the groomer's every week for your pet's maintenance. What's more, a little online searching is bound to turn up some really good coupon codes that will help you stretch your budget.
· Finally, do take your pet to get professionally groomed at least twice a year. Unless you're a pro yourself, a little professional care goes a long way towards lowering your pet's need for radical grooming, allowing you to keep up its maintenance by yourself the rest of the time.
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