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“In most cases, no other pet care professional will spend more one-on-one time with
your pet than your groomer. Each time your pet is profes-
sionally groomed, he is actually examined from head to toe.”
~ Michael Bryant, professional dog groomer
products. Instead, Bryant suggests select- ing shampoos that contain oatmeal or tea tree oil, which address a range of skin issues and have soothing properties, and follow with a good rinse. “Remember, the most important
part of any doggie bath is to thoroughly rinse all shampoo from the dog’s body,” he says. Conditioner is not essential unless the pet has long hair or is prone to matting. Dogs with long hair also need a good combing while the fur is still damp; otherwise, they are ready for a thorough rubdown with a thick towel. Finally, a gentle doggie massage helps end bath time on a soothing note. It pays to hire pros: Getting your dog groomed can be a costly invest- ment, but the price includes more than a fluff and cut. “Each time your pet is professionally groomed, he is actually examined from head to toe,” Bryant reports. “I have discovered teeth prob- lems, joint problems, and hair and skin problems that many of my clients never would have noticed.”
Morieka V. Johnson is a freelance writer who frequently writes about pet issues and shares her Atlanta home with Lulu, a precocious pooch. Her weekly advice column on
reducing carbon footprints, one toe at a time, appears on
MNN.com. Email Morieka@
gmail.com.
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