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My dog is shedding. I am trying to get off the shedded hair with a soft brush I bought at the dog store. He fights it terribly. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I can remove the shedding hair from my dog? I have tried everything from feeding him treats while I am trying to do it or sneaking up on him and getting it done little by little before he struggles and runs away. Any suggestions? Would taking him to a professional dog groomer do the trick?
Try a groomer for a few visits, once the dog is used to being groomed (by the groomer) it might be easier and more willing for you to do at home … keep an eye out for a grooming table that you could have at home (all the right tools make the job easier)
Note: I have to ask … why did someone give me a thumbs down for my reply (which I’ve tried, and it works), yet another person got got a thumbs up for his rude reply?
To clarify, The reason I say try a groomer for a few visits, is because 1) if you only need a bath and brush out, once the dog is used to standing still after a few sessions at the groomer, you may find it works out nicely at home 2) it can even become nice bonding time 3) Some dogs are terrified of going to the groomer. Also, many groomers often want you to leave your dog for hours where they are in a small cage w/ unfamiliar sounds, etc … I currently have a good groomer, but I’ve also had some very bad experiences w/ groomers.
Nov 21, 2009 | | groom dog
I’m hoping to start grooming my own dog.
He’s a poodle mix.
Can you recommend a clippers kit?
I’m hoping something around 50.00 or less. I will be willing to buy a better one after I do it to know I can. (pretty sure I can as I’m always trimming him and hes a very good boy)
Thank you!
Conair 18-pc. Home Pet Grooming Kit – Silver/ Black
$34.99 at Target
I have two Cocker Spaniels that I use this on. It works very well for me.
Nov 21, 2009 | | dog grooming clippers
Cats and small to mid sized dogs. The groomer brings their own equipment, towels,a grooming table, is very experienced,insured,cleaned up well after and was priced like a grooming shop.
If they were qualified, of course people would do it. Cats in particular hate leaving the house and hate getting groomed, it would be great to make it more comfortable.
It may be tough to manage to still make a profit charging like a grooming shop. You need to figure in gas, and you would be seeing less animals due to driving time, and you wouldn’t have a walk in business. I would pay a little more than grooming shop prices knowing that, since it is such a convenient and beneficial service. Its just a matter of finding more of those people.
Nov 21, 2009 | | dog grooming table
If i only take my dog to the groomers for ear cleaning, hair cuts, and sometimes anal gland cleaning, how much would it cost and how often should i go? Thanks!
I will be bathing him, cutting his nails, and brushing teeth at home
He is a Golden retriever 1 1/2 years old
Hi there…
I am a professional dog groomer….
Ok….here we go…now I know the breed and age….
In my shop, a Golden Retriever costs a minimum of $ 55.
If, however you bath him yourself (he has to come in clean and dry!!!) and I don’t have to do the nails, I would probably reduce it to $ 40…Less work, no bath, no dry time…
If however, the bathing and/or nails don’t meet my standards, full rate will apply.
How often??? Does he swim all summer??? Is he matted??? That will depend upon you….
A Golden in GREAT shape should not need more than 2 groomings per year in my book…
If you bathe him yourself…remember this.,,,ALWAYS brush out the matts first or the will dry into unmanageable messes and will have to be shaved.
Personally, I will NOT do the anal gland on a Golden…for 2 reasons…
1) Unless the dog has an issue with them, they are best left alone…any vet will tell you that
2) Goldens are large dogs…their glands need to be expressed internally and since I am NOT a vet tech (just a groomer – but a good one, if I may say so), I only express externally on small dogs and suggest to the owners that the vet do it internally…
I am NOT sticking my fingers in there…my vet offered to train me…NO THANKS!!! I take my large beagle to the vet and let them do it…
GOod luck….love your dog
Nov 21, 2009 | | dog grooming
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Nov 21, 2009 | | dog grooming courses
Gabby on the Grooming Table
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Nov 21, 2009 | | dog grooming table
Tips on the grooming supplies needed for preparing a dog for the show ring in this free online video series.
Expert: Elise McMahon
Bio: Elise McMahon has a Ph.D. in animal behavior and has been working with both domestic and wild dogs since the early 1990s.
Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso
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Nov 21, 2009 | | dog grooming
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Nov 19, 2009 | | dog grooming
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Nov 18, 2009 | | dog grooming courses
There are several types of dog nail clippers, with some being like scissors or shears and others being set up to act more like a guillotine. Find out how long walks on the concrete can keep a dog’s nails rounded with help from a certified professional dog trainer in this free video on dog grooming.
Expert: Zephyr Clarke-Dolberg
Contact: www.miami-dog-training.com
Bio: Zephyr Clarke-Dolberg is a certified professional dog trainer in Miami, Fla.
Filmmaker: Paul Muller
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Nov 18, 2009 | | dog grooming clippers
