spring shedding

Spring Cleaning – Why It’s Important to Remember Your Pet

It’s that time of year again. Spring brings with it flowers, warmer days, and baseball season. This is the time when many of us will be organizing and cleaning every square inch of our homes. It’s important not to forget to get your pet groomed this spring as well.

Reduce Shedding

As spring gets warmer you’ll probably notice your pet is shedding more than usual. This is normal as we transition from winter to summer. Some pets shed more than others but you’ll likely spend the next few months cleaning up fur. This can be frustrating when you’re trying to clean your home.

Regular grooming can help reduce the amount of hair that ends up on your floors, furniture, and your clothes. A professional groomer uses special tools including heavy-duty dryers and brushes to remove dead hair and encourage natural oils to moisturize the skin.

Improve Your Pet’s Health and Well-Being

A professional grooming can help make your pet feel like a million bucks. When you bring your pet to the groomer, they get pampered from head to toe. Grooming service typically includes a bath, blow-dry, brushing, ear cleaning, and nail trim. Not only does this help your pet look and feel their best, it also helps keep them healthy. Your groomer will be able to spot any issues that should be addressed.

Choosing a Groomer

You have many choices when it comes to choosing a groomer for your pet. It’s important to choose a groomer that has ample experience and a reputation for providing quality care.

It can be scary to leave your pet for the very first time. The groomer you choose should take the time necessary to properly care for your pet and address any questions or concerns you might have.

Claws N Paws Day Spa offers quality dog and cat grooming to pets living in and around Orange County. We have been in business for over fifteen years and have become a trusted groomer in our community. Please call 714-962-1005 to set up a spring grooming appointment for your pet.

Controlling Shedding in the Spring

Shedding is a dog’s natural process of losing its old and damaged hair. While this process is totally normal, the amount and frequency of shedding depends on many factors including the dog’s health and breed. Shedding is often caused by seasonal changes. Many breeds of dogs develop thick coats in the winter and then shed them in the spring. Even indoor dogs are prone to fluctuations in coat thickness and may shed all year long.

Reducing Shedding

Even though you cannot completely stop a dog from shedding, there are a few things that you can do to reduce the amount of hair left on your clothing and around your home. Brushing your dog regularly helps remove dead hair before it is able to fall off. Your groomer can recommend the best type of brush for your dog.

It’s a good idea to schedule more frequent grooming appointments throughout the spring. A professional groomer can remove more loose hair than you are able to at home. They can also help spot skin conditions and parasites which tend to be more common this time of year.

Excessive Shedding

Excessive shedding is often the result of stress, poor nutrition or medical issues. If your pet is losing more hair than usual, it’s probably time to see your veterinarian. Your vet will be able to tell if your dog’s hair loss is part of the normal shedding process, or if it’s related to an underlying disorder.

Excessive shedding can sometimes be prevented with proper nutrition. Good quality pet foods contain the proper nutrients for dogs. If your dog has allergies or sensitivities, it can be more difficult to figure out the proper diet. In this incidence, supplementation might be necessary. Ask your veterinarian for recommendations.

Claws N Paws Day Spa offers quality dog and cat grooming from our full service pet salon in Fountain Valley, California. For your convenience, we also offer mobile pet grooming to many areas of Orange County. If your pet is shedding more than usual this spring we can help! Please call 714-962-1005 to set up a grooming appointment today!