Pet Grooming Tips & Advice

Dog Grooming

How Often Should You Groom Your Dog? A Seasonal Guide

Grooming frequency depends a lot on your dog's coat type and the season. Here's a general guide to help you plan.

Cat Grooming

5 Signs Your Cat Could Use a Professional Groom

Most cats handle their own grooming just fine — but a few situations call for professional help. Here's what to watch for.

Cage-Free Grooming

Why a Cage-Free Grooming Visit Is Easier on Nervous Pets

Being kenneled between grooming steps can add stress for an already-nervous pet. Here's why a cage-free visit often goes more smoothly.

New Pet Owners

Preparing Your Puppy (or Kitten) for Their First Grooming Visit

A little preparation goes a long way toward a calm first grooming visit. Here's what to know before you go.

Deshedding

Deshedding 101: What It Is and Which Breeds Benefit Most

Deshedding treatments go deeper than a regular bath and brush. Here's what they do and which pets benefit most.

Nail & Ear Care

Why Regular Nail Trims and Ear Cleanings Matter

Nail and ear care are easy to overlook between full grooms — here's why they're worth keeping up with on their own.

Senior Pets

Grooming Tips for Senior Dogs and Cats

Senior pets often need a gentler, more patient approach to grooming. Here's what tends to change and what to ask about.

Choosing a Groomer

How to Choose a Groomer for Your Dog or Cat

Not all groomers are the same. Here are a few things worth asking about before you book.

At-Home Care

Brushing at Home Between Grooms: How to Keep Mats From Forming

Regular professional grooming is only half of it — what happens at home in between decides whether a coat stays comfortable or mats. Here's a routine that works.

Seasonal Care

Getting Your Pet's Coat and Paws Ready for Cold Weather

Colder months change what a coat and paws need. Here's how to adjust grooming for winter without overdoing it or letting things slide.

Seasonal Care

Fall Tick and Flea Checks: What to Look For After Walks

Ticks and fleas don't quit when summer ends. Here's where to check after fall walks, and what to do if you find something.

Dog Grooming

Bath & Brush or Full Groom? How to Tell Which Your Dog Needs

Not every grooming visit needs a haircut. Here's how to tell whether your dog is due for a bath and brush-out or a full groom.

Cat Grooming

Hairballs and Long-Haired Cats: How Regular Grooming Helps

Hairballs come from the loose fur cats swallow while grooming themselves. Here's why long-haired cats get more of them, and how grooming helps.

Grooming Tips

What to Tell Your Groomer: How to Describe the Cut You Want

"Puppy cut" and "teddy bear" can mean different things to different groomers. Here's how to describe what you want and what to mention when you book.

Dog Grooming

Grooming Large-Breed Dogs: What Big-Dog Owners Should Know

Big dogs mean more coat, longer drying, and joints that deserve some extra care. Here's what large-breed owners should know about grooming.

Dog Grooming

Tear Stains and Eye Care for Shih Tzus, Maltese, and Other Small Breeds

Tear stains and eye gunk are common in Shih Tzus, Maltese, and other small long-haired breeds. Here's how to keep the eye area clean and comfortable.

Skin & Coat Health

Lumps, Bumps, and Dry Skin: What Regular Grooming Helps You Notice

Brushing and grooming put hands on nearly every inch of your pet, which makes it the easiest time to notice a new lump or skin change. Here's what to look for.

At-Home Care

How to Bathe Your Dog at Home (and When to Leave It to a Groomer)

Muddy fall walks mean more baths. Here's how to bathe your dog at home without leaving them itchy or damp, and when it's easier to leave it to a groomer.

Cat Grooming

How to Trim Your Cat's Nails at Home (and When to Get Help)

Indoor cats need regular nail trims, and many owners dread doing them. Here's a calm, step-by-step way to do it at home, and when to get help.

Nail & Ear Care

How to Clean Your Dog's Ears at Home (and Signs It's Time for the Vet)

Floppy ears, hairy ear canals, and damp weather all make ear care more important. Here's how to check and clean your dog's ears safely at home.