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Coat & careMatted dog? Why mats hurt, what a mobile groomer will do, and what it costs
Mats are tangles that tighten close to the skin. Here is why vets say they hurt, why a groomer may need to shave them, what it costs, and how to keep…
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Coat & careMobile dog nail trims: what they cost and how they work
Some mobile groomers will come just to trim nails. Here is what that costs, what it includes, and when it makes sense.
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Coat & careMobile dog bath: what a bath-only visit costs
Not every visit needs a haircut. Here is what a bath-only visit includes, what it costs, and when it is enough.
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Coat & careCan a groomer help with fleas, ticks, skunk smell, teeth, or shedding?
Owners often ask a groomer to fix more than the coat. Here is what a groomer can do, and when you need a vet instead.
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Coat & careWhy is my dog acting weird after grooming?
Shaking, itching, scooting, or hiding after a groom is common. Here is what each sign can mean, what you can do at home, and when to call your vet.
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Coat & careAnal glands, ear hair, whiskers, and paw pads: what groomers do and why
Groomers do a few jobs that owners often ask about. Here is what each one is for, and what vets say about it.
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Coat & careHow often should you groom your dog?
It depends on the coat. Here is a simple plan for each kind of coat, and what the sources say for each breed we cover, cats too.
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Coat & careDog haircut names: puppy cut, teddy bear cut, lion cut, and more
Haircut names help you tell the groomer what you want. But groomers don’t all use the same words, so here is what each name usually means, and how to…
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Coat & careShould you shave a double-coated dog or a long-haired cat?
A shave looks like a cool idea for a Husky or a Golden in July. Vets and the AKC say it usually isn’t. Here is why, when a shave does make sense, and…
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Coat & careGrooming a nervous or reactive dog, and can groomers sedate dogs?
Some dogs shake, hide, or snap when it is time to groom. Here is what helps, what only a vet can do, and what to tell your groomer.
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Coat & careYour puppy’s first groom: when to go and what happens
A good first groom can make every groom after it easier. Here is when to book, how to get your puppy ready at home, and what the first visit is like.
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