Grooming cats and dogs: a description, the necessary equipment and recommendations. What is grooming and handling

In the spring each owner of a long-haired dog thinks about her haircut. First, it is important to facilitate the pet's existence in the hot season, and, secondly, I want to make it so trendy and bright on sunny days. Someone cuts their animals by themselves, but if you want your pet to look stylish and beautiful, it’s better to turn to real masters of dog hairstyles - to groomers.

The concept of grooming appeared in Russia not so long ago. We can say that it came to us along with popular cute dogs - York Terriers.

By the way, according to the breed standard, these animals do not cut at all. So, if your pet is tagging an exhibition champion, you will have to forget about fashionable haircuts and dyes.

Grooming is a complex of animal care procedures, including washing, grooming, clipping with a scissors machine, trimming wool, coloring, hygiene of the ears, teeth and genitals, claw clipping and much more. Grooming is necessary, first of all, for those animals that are not subject to seasonal molting. Their wool does not give way to a new one and can grow back to a great length, roll down into mats and even interfere with walking. Therefore, the coat of such a pet should be regularly cut.

Lately, unusual and original dog hair styles have come into fashion and, although this is not a necessity, but just a tribute to fashion, you must agree how cute and well-groomed dogs look cute!

If you decide that your favorite exhibition does not threaten the exhibition, and you still want to diversify its appearance with something special, then it will be helpful to know first what your dog expects from the groomer and what you should prepare for. So let's take a closer look - what kind of beast is such grooming and what does it eat with.

Dog Grooming

Using the example of the York Terrier Fifi, we show how the Clown haircut is made today. Most often, they make it to Chinese crested dogs, but in York it looks just as good.

The dog cuts on a special table in front of a large mirror, which is needed, of course, not for the dog, but for the groomer - the master sees the animal in reflection from all sides at once. A ring is fixed on the neck of the “client” - a thin leash with a loop fixing it in a certain position.

Any haircut begins with hygiene. First, the groomer shears the regrown hair between the pads with his fingers, because, if this is not done, mats will be formed there. This can be done with a machine or scissors. Then special nail clippers cut their claws. Some owners consider such a procedure unnecessary, but this is a misconception.

Cutting the claws is very important, because if you do not do this, they can grow into your finger and cause discomfort and even pain to the dog when walking. Domestic, sofa dogs to cut the claws is necessary. In the summer, if the owner has a lot and often walks with a pet, the claws themselves grind on the asphalt.

After that, the fur on the back, tummy, barrels and knees is gently shaved. This is done with a special machine. On the paws below the knees, the head and tail, the wool does not shave; in the future it will be formed into a hairstyle.

The next stage is the removal of excess hairs in the dog's ears. For this purpose, either special powder or tweezers are used. Many masters have recently completely switched to powder, as with tweezers it is possible to severely injure an animal if it moves. A small amount of powder is poured into the ear opening and hair is removed with fingers. The dog does not hurt at all, because powder has an analgesic effect.

Then the dog goes swimming. The groomer washes the animal always, even if the owner washed it before visiting the salon. This is done because at home the owner, as a rule, can not properly pull and lay the coat of his pet.

The animal is always washed after shaving the regrown hair. This is done in order not to dry the excess wool and save valuable time, as the dog can relatively calmly transfer the haircut only for 1.5-2 hours. After this period, the animal begins to bother these procedures, it becomes nervous, asking for the owner or on the street and you can be sure that you will not be able to calmly finish the haircut. That is why all the actions of the master clearly verified and honed.

You should always remember that in the presence of the owner the dog behaves not so quietly as alone with a stranger. In the presence of the owner, the animal begins to be capricious, anxious, ask for hands, so it is better to leave the dog in the cabin for the time of the haircut and return for a beautiful, well-groomed pet.

Water treatments for dogs

There are a few basic rules for washing dogs. The head of the tail should be kept slightly upturned upwards so that no water is poured into the ears. The shampoo is diluted with water, whipped into the foam and lightly massaged into the coat, if necessary, twice.

Long-haired dogs wash gently, with gentle soft movements, so as not to confuse and damage the cover. Hard short hair like dachshunds, Fox Terriers, Scotch Terriers, Giant Schnauzers, you can safely beat your hands. After the shampoo, it is necessary to use a conditioner balm, as the shampoo opens the hair flakes and cleans them, and the conditioner, on the contrary, closes and protects it.

In almost every line of cosmetics for animals, you can choose a shampoo and balsam suitable for your dog's coat. The times when dogs were washed once a year with laundry soap were long gone.

For city dwellers, washing the dog once in two weeks is the most optimal solution, because the abundance of cars, poor ecology, air pollution - all this affects the condition of the pet's hair. Dirt and dust settles on the dog's coat and is brought into the house, on the furniture, on the owner's clothes.

Dog grooming

It is better to dry the hair with a hair dryer, firstly, to save time, and secondly, so as not to confuse and damage it with a towel. The hair on the head is the last to be dried, as it requires special styling. Be sure to carefully check the cover on the mats comb with frequent teeth. If the tangles are found, they are either combed, or, if it is impossible to unravel, carefully cut through thinning scissors. Only after that the groomer proceeds to the most important thing - to trim the animal.

The hair on the ears is cut off with a diamond (standard exhibition dogs) or a triangle. On the tail you can shave a tassel, you can leave a long coat. In order to make the edging on the paws, the groomer with his hand supports the joint on the dog's leg, while the other hand lengthens the wool “to the floor” with scissors.

The peculiarity of the York Terrier breed is “weeping eyes” - the discharge from the eyes dyes the hair in their corners in a dark color. Many owners prefer to shave off the hairs in these places, some shave even on the nose and cheeks. It turns out very unusual, because most often the hair on the cheeks is still left and formed by thinning scissors. Last but not least, the dog's head is shorn.

York terriers are good because you can do whatever you want in terms of haircuts. Grow wool, shear, dye the skin on the face or paws, make fancy tattoos now, shave drawings.

Why tie bows to dogs

Many people who often see york terriers with bows on their heads are interested in why the dog needs him? Meanwhile, this important accessory bears not only a decorative function.

The long hair on the head of a york terrier is called a top note, which must be combed upwards, otherwise the hair will fall into the eyes. That's what the bow is for.

To make a beautiful and even top notes is a real art, not every owner has this skill. Top notes can be decorated with a bow (this is the standard of exhibition dogs), you can be creative and paint it in different colors, some very creative owners make their pets a punk mohawk, put the top notes with a special tool, braid or cut the fringe at all These hairstyles look unusual and very attractive. Anyway, the York Terrier's haircut is limited only by the fantasy of its owner.

Accessories, tattoos and other zavlekalochki

Recently, earrings, tattoos and jewelry made of rhinestones have won great popularity. A special product is applied on the inner side of the animal's ear with a brush on a specially left undercut. This should be done very carefully to get a flat strip, which sequins abundantly applied. After the tool has dried, the remaining wool is clipped with a pair of scissors along the contour of the ear - a smooth edging of sparkles is obtained.

To decorate a dog with bright earrings you do not need to pierce her ears at all - such accessories are attached to the same special tool as sparkles, it looks great and lasts on average up to a month. In this case, the owner can be absolutely calm for the health of his pet - this tool is absolutely safe for both dogs and humans. In addition, it does not contact directly with the skin of the animal, but is applied to the specially left for this wool, so allergic reactions are excluded even in very sensitive dogs.

Another fashionable decoration - tattoos for dogs. No, no, these are not real tattoos, although some experimental owners make such favorites for their favorites. We are talking about artificial tattoos that are drawn or shaved on the dog's coat.

The owner can choose any pattern from the available stencils. Basically they differ in size, complexity of the ornament and the method of its application. The first method is the coloring of wool with special paints through a stencil. The second is machine shaving through the same stencil.

When choosing a tattoo should pay attention to the size and complexity of the pattern, as the abundance of small details will be poorly visible on the dog's coat. With special care it is necessary to choose and place of application - a tattoo made by a machine, it is better not to do on the neck of the animal, since the skin in this place is often going to fold and the tattoo will not be visible.

For drawings made with paints, there are no such restrictions. They are also recommended for dogs with fair skin and coat, as shaved tattoos simply will not be visible.

The paints that are used in drawing are made specifically for groomers. They are completely safe and are available in almost all colors. Such drawings as butterflies, dog legs, flowers and bows, a multi-colored rainbow along the back are very popular. But there are also non-standard orders like skulls or spiders. Holds such a tattoo for about two weeks. The paints are water resistant, but over time they turn pale and fade.

Paint dogs with our usual hair color without ammonia. There are special paints for animals, but they do not last very long.

Grooming Tips

• To keep the dog's coat in good condition, you need to properly care for him.
• Combing your pet should, if possible, every day to prevent the appearance of tangles.
• It is advisable to wash the dog at least twice a month, especially in spring and autumn, when there is slush and dirt on the street. Just like a man, a dog needs good shampoos, balsams and conditioners.
• In the summer, a haircut is recommended, which would require minimal care. It is best to cut the regrown hair so that the animal is not hot. This hairstyle has its advantage - the owner immediately sees all the ticks and other insects that can be of concern to the pet.
• Update your haircut every two months, then your pet will always look beautiful and neat.

The dog is not an expensive accessory - it is your friend and favorite, and he deserves only the best! And before you start grooming your dog yourself, consult a veterinarian or

We often hear that dogs are like their owners. But it is said about the character and manner of behavior. Indeed, our younger brothers are trying to copy their masters, because they don’t care for the souls of the person who tamed them. And a person pays for the devotion of four-legged ones by nurturing and nurturing them. Grooming  - One of the ways to express your love for a pet, and at the same time emphasize all the advantages of its breed.

Some believe that grooming is the unofficial name for a regular dog haircut. But this opinion is erroneous, since this procedure involves not only a hairdresser's wool processing. This is a complex for the care of the appearance of the animal. Some dogs (we are talking about short-haired breeds) do not require a haircut at all, but this does not mean that grooming does not need them. After all, no one has canceled the cutting of claws, brushing your teeth, ears and bathing.

In general, the procedure of complex care for the exterior is needed for each dog. The specialist who is responsible for all this “action” is called. Of course, each of them can complement the list of manipulations with additional services, as well as offer a wide range of tools for their implementation.

Not only the groomers, but also the owners themselves can arrange salon procedures for dogs at home. To do this, they need to know what types of grooming are, how they are carried out and what are their differences.

The goals of grooming are different. Some owners prepare their dogs for the show, others want their dog to be “neat”, and the third need a creative and unusual look of the pet. Depending on what the concept of cosmetic procedures, there are several types of grooming:

• Hygienic.
• Home.
• Exhibition.
• Creative

Hygienic. Includes hygienic haircut (cutting hair in the groin and under the tail) every 2 weeks - 1 month. It is desirable to spend it before bathing. After trimming the owner will be easier to care for animals. Haircut on the body in this case is not assumed. This method of cutting wool approach dogs in several situations:

1. If dogs belong to the breeds that do not need a full haircut. They include both fluffy varieties: huskies, huskies, sheep-dogs, and smooth-haired animals: Dobermans, Dalmatians, and Bull Terriers.
2. If the dog after grooming is not overgrown enough, but needs easy hygienic care. Some breeds undergo this procedure between haircuts to always remain well-groomed and look great. Such “dandies” include: poodles, scotch - terriers, spitz-dogs, Pekingese.
3. If the animal constantly participates in exhibitions. Accordingly, it requires regular hygienic care between haircuts. Most often this applies to breeds with wool "on the floor" - Maltese, Shittsu, York.

In addition to the "sanitary" haircut, hygienic grooming includes a set of standard procedures: cleaning the ears and removing excess hair from them, cleansing the eyes and teeth, cutting the claws. A lot of attention is paid to the paws. Excess wool is clipped between the fingers and pads, and on the limbs the fur is shortened in a circular fashion.

Home. It is considered a kind of hygienic grooming, therefore it follows the same pattern and rules. Conducted by the owners of dogs. But there is one “but” - for hygienic procedures, you will have to stock up on a set of special tools for combing, cutting and trimming, claw scissors. You also need to get all sorts of shampoos, conditioners and balms for dogs. However, in zoological online stores there are special kits for grooming. They will facilitate the care of the dog at home.

Home grooming has one important feature. His main goal is to give the dog a neat appearance, make it look attractive and clean. Adhere to the standards of the exterior of the breed in this case is not necessary. Haircut is done more for the sake of hygiene and comfort, rather than for the exhibition "beauty."

Exhibition. But for this variety of grooming, the whole procedure is carried out strictly according to the established rules. Moreover, making the exhibition version, the master seeks to maximally emphasize the dignity of the exterior, and, of course, tries to make the conspicuous appearance of the four-footed one invisible. But all these manipulations are carried out in accordance with the requirements of the breed.

Creative   There are no, and there can be no rules, regulations and restrictions. After ordering a similar service, the owner wants to give the exterior of his dog the most extravagant look. This is done mainly due to the original curly hairs, when intricate patterns are cut out on the animal's fur.

There are other methods by which Grumer can turn even an ordinary dog ​​into a work of art: painting wool, adding decorative elements - rhinestones, feathers. Some specialists are so creative that they create dogs that look like pandas, dragons, dinosaurs and cartoon characters.

The main stages of grooming

Grooming - multicomponent care for the dog. It includes several stages:

• Scrupulous combing the "coat" of the animal.   With the help of a brush, the wool is cleared of everything that spoils the dog's appearance: mats, dirt, dead hair.
• Trimming. The dog's hair is cut as required by breed standards. If the “copy” is not an exhibition, then the haircuts can be any, even the most fancy.
• Hygienic treatment of the eyes.   Carefully wash off the "tracks" done by the "tears" of the dog and remove other secretions and traces from them.
• Cleaning the ears. Dirt and sulfur is cleaned with cotton buds and a special tool to clean the ears of dogs.
• Dentition cleaning. Teeth are treated with dog brushes, toothpastes, gels and sprays. It is so easy to get rid of plaque, to freshen the breath of the animal and prevent the buildup of stone on the enamel.
• Trimming claws.   Horny parts of claws are carefully cut off with special scissors.

Then the pet is sent to water treatments. There he expects a shower with shampoos and conditioners. If necessary, means for washing with a therapeutic or prophylactic effect are used.

Grooming is a prerequisite, without which professional training of dogs for the show is impossible. By approximate calculations in the world today about 400 breeds of dogs are bred. And for each of them developed their own standards. using haircuts will be able to mask the shortcomings of the animal. And the benefits, by contrast, will be in the foreground.

Thus, the exterior of the competitor is presented in the most favorable light. But to cut hair properly is half the battle. It is important to beautifully and correctly put the resulting haircut. Laying is done just before the dog leaves the exhibition area.

The preparation of a thoroughbred pet for the exhibition must begin in advance - a few months before the event. If the dog does not belong to the category of "exhibition", then we can restrict ourselves to the usual home haircut. But there is one condition - the haircut should not distort the standard exterior of the breed. In other words - after “going to the hairdresser’s,” the breed should remain recognizable.

Haircuts used for grooming:

Trimming. Wool is clipped evenly throughout the body. Scissors or the machine are used as the tool. The result is thick, neatly and evenly trimmed hair.

If we talk about a haircut machine, then there are two subspecies of this type of cutting hair:

1. Klippverk. Wool hair cut to a minimum length, almost "under zero". The procedure is carried out by machine (manual or electric).
2. Flashwerk. Support for the same length of the nap (usually short) in certain parts of the dog's body. Short hair zones are clipped according to breed requirements. Flashverk can be made with scissors or an electric machine.

Stripping  It is conducted in dogs of haired breeds. Such pets do not burden the host with molting. But they load with another duty - “ripe” wool needs periodic plucking. Groomers make a pinch of old wool to many show breeds with coarse wool - schnauzers, terriers, West Siberian huskies.

Dead hairs are removed using special knives or stripping. Old pile is removed most often from the head, snout or back. So the masters manage to emphasize the beauty of the structure of the dog and update the wool, making its texture more natural and beautiful.

Rolling  This is a type of stripping. Its peculiarity is that mature hairs are removed not immediately, but gradually. Thus, the molt passes in stages, on the body of the animal remains the pile of different maturity. Manipulation is carried out manually, once in two weeks to maintain the constant readiness of the pedigreed pet to the exhibition.

Top notes.  A hairstyle in the form of a tail with a hairpin in dogs whose hair in the head area grows more than 10 cm. Such “glamorous” styling is not a crazy whim of the owners. First, the breed standard requires it. Secondly, the dog is able to see normally. After all, the bangs, which interfered with the visibility, rises to the top and is accurately fixed by a bow or barrettes. "Tailed" laying bangs need such breeds as the Yorkshire Terrier.

Filirovka.  Required to create soft transitions between long and short hair in a haircut. This technique is often used for pre-show grooming Cocker Spaniels. For their exterior is characterized by a smooth transition from short hair on the body to a long pile on the "skirt". The filing can be done with different tools: thinning scissors or a typewriter with a special nozzle-knife.

Features of the procedure for dogs and cats

Grooming is not only the sole privilege of dogs. Cats also put their personal stylist and cosmetologist. But procedures for cats and dogs are different. After all, by their nature they are completely different animals. What to consider when working with cats?

1. Disobedience. The first and most important difference - cats do not obey commands. It is enough for a trained dog to signal by voice or gesture, and it will sit relatively quietly until it is put in order. With a cat such a number will not work, because she is a famous "fighter" for his freedom and independence. To fix it is also more difficult than a dog. The only option is a leash with a “eight” knot, but here you should also be careful, because the structure of the cat is much more fragile than that of a dog.
2. Unpredictability. The dog is more manageable animal. It is always possible to determine the mood. "Cat language" is almost impossible to count. Therefore, a groomer should always be on guard.
3. The master must defend himself. The reaction rate of a cat is known to be very high. She is armed with claws and sharp teeth. Therefore, the master is forced to use protective equipment in the work. For dogs, they can also be useful, but much less.
4. Increased flexibility. Cats are incredibly plastic. Dogs do not have this flexibility. For example, it is easy to get the cat's front foot up and even behind the head. Therefore, a haircut in the armpits of cats is easier.
5. Thin skin. Cats have thinner skin than dogs. When cutting, you need to take into account this nuance.
6. Oily hair. The coat of many cat breeds is much fatter than that of dogs. Ordinary detergents they do not fit. We need special degreasing pastes and shampoos.
7. In some cases (first visit to the salon, nervous nature) cats are given sedatives before the procedures. Dogs do not need sedatives.
8. More complex breed standards. Cats have much more exhibition systems than dogs. For different systems, standards for cats may vary.

Features of grooming cats:

• Long-haired breed. Cats with long hair need to cut off the excess hair between the fingers and under the tail. Combs long-haired pets every day (in some cases - twice a day).
• Shorthair breed. With them, care becomes easier - comb them once or twice a week. Bathe, when this becomes necessary (maximum interval - 1 time in three months).
• Breed without wool (by type of sphinx). "Bald" cats should take a bath regularly. When bathing it is important to use shampoo with a pH level of 5.5, not more. Then they need a soft bristled brush massage.

Regular hygiene in most breeds is the most basic procedures. Cats are cleaned once a week or even a month. The eyes are systematically rubbed from the discharge. Teeth are cleaned from plaque and tartar.

Peculiarities of grooming dogs:

• It is necessary to bathe dogs much more often than representatives of the cat family - once or twice a month, at least.
• Combing wool is necessary every day. This reduces the chances of forming mats.
• Haircut is done 1-2 times a month. In summer, it is desirable to shorten the hair more so that the pet tolerates heat more easily.

Salon or home conditions?

In modern conditions, a beauty salon for cats and dogs is not a marvel. He is in almost every city. If there are no such places, then there will definitely be a groomer who carries out private orders. He can go to the house and perform all the necessary cosmetic procedures. But often before the owner of the animal there is a dilemma: what or home grooming? The answer to the question depends on the dog itself.

In the salon conditions complete animal care is easier.  There are many good masters who use modern tools and professional cosmetics. But the pet may be frightened by unfamiliar surroundings and this will complicate the work of the master, or even make grooming impossible.

You can avoid stress, if you spend cosmetology manipulations first at home. The dog will feel better on its territory, and at the same time will gradually get used to the same specialist. When an animal learns a little to restore its beauty, it will accept the master as its own, you can begin to lead it to the same groom, only in the cabin. If the dog is well brought up, differs in obedience and docile nature, problems in carrying out hygienic procedures should not arise.

A dog is a true friend and family member. And she also wants to be beautiful and well-groomed.

Most people understand the term "grooming dogs" only pet grooming.

However, this process is much broader and includes a whole range of procedures. After all, if we turn to the sources, the word "groom" is translated from English as care, grooming.

What is grooming and why does your pet need it?

Any owner who loves his pet tries to take minimal care and cleaning actions.

If earlier this had to be monitored independently and basically it concerned only those pets who participated in exhibitions, now there is a huge number of dog salons where any dog ​​will be put in order.

Prices for this pleasure are different, but you can save money if you read books on grooming, attend special courses and do grooming yourself at home.

Important!   Grooming is a set of special hygienic and cosmetic procedures for cleaning the surface of a dog's body.

Grooming includes the following procedures:

• combing (including);
• bathing;
• wool cutting;
• claws haircut;
• teeth cleaning;
• cleaning the ears.

• combing - daily;
• claw trimming - once every two weeks;
• ear cleaning - once a month.

If the dog gets used to such procedures from a young age, it will be much easier for her to handle grooming in the cabin.

Grooming is carried out for a large number, for example:, and, and many others.

Grooming and its varieties

Depending on the purpose, several types of grooming dogs share.

Pat. The main function is to shorten the grown wool, to make it easier for the pet owner to care for it.

In addition to a haircut, includes such hygienic procedures as bathing a dog, cleaning the ears, genitals, teeth, trimming claws and eye care.

Grooming in this case may not correspond to generally accepted breed standards, but the dog will feel at least as comfortable.

Professional grooming  (exhibition). In this case, the haircut must be made in accordance with the standards of the breed.

In addition, only professional grooming can not only make the dog well-groomed, but also emphasize the positive aspects and hide the negative aspects in the anatomy.

In addition to haircuts, wool must be laid in a special way just before entering the ring.

Show grooming may hide some flaws. With this haircut, your pet will be provided with new awards.

Creative grooming  (art-grooming, designer grooming) is a solution for those owners who want their pet to look unforgettable.

A groomer can make a beautiful pattern on his body, paint his coat, apply rhinestones and more.

Important! Did you know that a bow or hairpin for many dogs is not a decoration? In fact, this hairstyle is called ton-notes and performs not only a decorative function. A cute bow protects the eyes of the animal from getting into them wool.

Varieties of haircuts

One of the main processes in grooming is haircut. They can also be different and are intended for different situations. Allocate:

• Trimming, which is carried out with scissors or a typewriter. Depending on what length is chosen, clipperwicks (very short haircuts) and a flewk (wool is trimmed in areas defined by the standard) are distinguished.
• Stripping involves plucking old wool. Mainly carried out in those breeds that have a hard coat (for example,). For this procedure, you need a special knife.
• Rolling is considered a kind of stripping. Recommended for those pets who regularly participate in exhibitions.
• Hygienic haircut is necessary for all breeds. She means a hairstyle of separate sites - ears, near eyes.

Each breed has its own standards. If the groomer cuts the pet incorrectly, he will not be allowed to attend a professional show.

Important!   Masters recommend considering the seasonality: in the summer it is best to cut the dog shorter, so that the wool needs minimal care. In addition, a short haircut is much easier to spot ticks and other insects that can harm a pet.

Creative grooming

If with traditional types of grooming (pet, professional) everything is clear, then creative grooming deserves more attention.

This is a true art that not every specialist has, since, in addition to his professional qualities, he must have considerable imagination and artistic talent.

Creative grooming, of course, sometimes goes beyond all boundaries. But here the master obviously tried to make the dog positive.

The most popular ideas are cutting out patterns and pictures on a pet’s body, creating tattoos, pedicures, dyeing wool, piercings and decorative ornaments.

Prices for these services are quite high, but it is certainly worth it.

Important!   An interesting fact is that the a la lion haircut, which is now popular, actually began to be used in poodles in the middle of the last century.

Cutting off of patterns occurs as follows:

• First, a pattern or picture is thought out. A true professional can fulfill almost any idea - from the popular foot to the whole picture.
• Further special paints are applied on the skin.
• Shorn Big pictures require a lot of time and effort.

Tattoos on the body of an animal look no less creative, although making them much easier. Decals are simply put on the prepared pet skin.

They are worn for about 3-4 weeks and are completely harmless to the health of the dog.

Golden "socks" on the paws, decoration on the neck and patterns in the form of leaves - is it not an autumnal mood?

Important!   Initially, brilliant and iridescent pictures were popular. Now tattoos that glow in the dark have come into fashion.

Dog pedicure - not new in the salons for pets. To do this, use special cosmetics for grooming.

For example, lacquers, which cover the dog's claws, do not contain solvents, therefore they are safe for health.

Why? Bright colors are now in fashion

Piercing - a new procedure, but has dubious reviews.

After all, it would seem that ear piercing is harmless and is suitable for almost all breeds, however, an animal can injure itself if it is caught by an ornament for a corner or some object.

The cheapest option is to use a variety of jewelry. The most common examples are bows, pigtails, hairpins.

In the cabin or at home?

The best place for grooming for a pet is a salon for dogs.

It is possible to order both pet and professional grooming, because in this establishment there are certified masters who are aware of the latest trends in dog fashion and breed standards.

The advantages of grooming in the cabin for dogs:

• Specialized institutions are equipped and equipped with everything necessary: ​​a tool for grooming (scissors, etc.), special tables for grooming.
• In addition to the tools, the salon will correctly select the grooming cosmetics - shampoos and balms for bathing doggie.
• If grooming was not carried out properly (for example, if the haircut was not performed in accordance with the standards of the breed), you can complain to the administrator and either correct the situation or refund part of the payment.

These grooming tables are used in specialized dog salons. A pet is wearing a collar that attaches to the top bracket. And thanks to the ability to adjust the height, the master is much more comfortable to work.

If your pet does not attend exhibitions, you can get by with pet grooming, which can be mastered by attending special courses or after reading books on grooming.

But, in this case, in addition to the time and money spent on training, you will have to spend money on grooming tools and cosmetics.

Of course, it is not necessary to buy tables for grooming, but there must be a typewriter and scissors.

Grooming at home is also very popular.

Another option is to conduct grooming dogs at home, but not independently, but with the involvement of a specialist. Prices for such services are usually cheaper than in the salons, but you need to be confident in the master.

Dog grooming: The secrets of haircuts and bowing

Dog grooming is a must in keeping any breed of dog regardless of whether it takes part in professional exhibitions or not.

  According to one version, the word "groomer" came to the Russian language from England, from the country where the gromer's profession first appeared. So called the man who cared for horses. The term "grooming" began to denote the comprehensive care of pets, including grooming, processing of teeth, claws, ears, eyes, anal glands,. Accordingly, a specialist who performs animal care services is called a groomer.

According to another, scientific version, the word “grooming” implies the behavior of animals in the natural environment, aimed at maintaining the purity of their body and coat: licking, bathing, shuffling the hair of primates.

What are the duties of a groomer?

The list of works performed by the groomer is truly huge. The scope of its activities includes both hygienic and aesthetic. Hygienic grooming includes skin care procedures necessary for all animals (wound treatment, removal of splinters, ticks), wool (combing out the old undercoat, removing tangles, haircut), teeth (removing tartar), claws (cutting), eyes and ears ( cleaning of auricles). The list of services on aesthetic Pets are not much different from the services provided to a person in beauty salons. Now your pet, for example, York (patrons of beauty salons), in a grooming salon will make a manicure, whiten teeth, coat wool in accordance with fashion trends, body painting (body art), make tattoo, and even adorn with rhinestones. If your dog will participate in the exhibition, then in the beauty salon for dogs you will be helped to prepare a pet for this event: they will trim the dog in accordance with the accepted standards for each particular breed. There are breeds of dogs (terriers, schnauzers, dachshunds, cocker spaniels, afghan hounds, etc.) that need trimming (or partial trimming), that is, plucking wool. The fact is that the process of molting is very weakly expressed in them, and dead wool can be removed only by trimming. This procedure is carried out by experienced groomers manually or with the help of special tools for grooming (trimming knife).

After you took the pet to the grooming salon and took it from there "updated" - beautiful, well-groomed and fashionable, you want to continue to support your pet in such a beautiful form. A groomer will come to the rescue, who will tell about the peculiarities of home pet care, as well as help determine the choice of the necessary tools for grooming and cosmetics suitable for your pet. Many breeders themselves take care of their pets. In this case, they can not do without special tools for the care of wool, for example, furminator and machines for grooming dogs. A professional groomer will always show the instrument of interest and explain how often it is best to carry out the procedure.

An important aspect in caring for a dog is properly chosen comfortable clothing. In modern urban conditions, dressing a dog for a walk has often become a necessity. Clothes for dogs in pet stores are represented a lot, but it’s easier to figure out what is right for your dog, armed with the advice of a groomer. You can buy clothes right there in the beauty salon for dogs.

Do you like to care for animals and would you like to improve your skills in order to spend your pet at home? In this quest you can help courses groomers who offer to pass well-organized salons for animals. It happens that the “student” is so engaging in the work of a groomer, and he shows good abilities and is successful in learning that he begins his career as a professional groomer at the end of the courses.

Grooming in St. Petersburg

One of the oldest zoosalonov St. Petersburg - Pet Grooming Chara offers professional grooming dogs. We have a lot of experience and attentive masters, you can sign up for a dog's haircut through the form on this website or by calling yours. We are waiting for you and your pet!

Dog grooming is the process of caring for the appearance of your pet. As you know, a dog is a kind of reflection of the owner. And if a person carefully watches his appearance, follows all fashionable trends, then his animal should always be well-groomed and tidy. And of course, no exhibition takes place without professional grooming - who does not want to be admired and admired by his pet. It does not matter which breed is handsome - a kid or a servant a shepherd. At the exhibition, all handsome. There you can even meet a bulldog with a bow tied to its tail - everyone wants to be beautiful.

Dog grooming is the process of caring for the appearance of your pet.

Grooming includes not only a hairstyle, but also a haircut of claws, and cleaning of ears.  Before brushing, hair is washed, dried, and cut, in other words - any work on caring for a dog is called grooming.

Some may say, why bother the animal with endless procedures? This is not so: dogs, like people, love when they have. When the skin does not itch from dirt, and the wool smells good. A well-groomed dog and temper becomes calmer and more benevolent. And the process of combing is after all a therapeutic massage for a pet.

It is known that the skin of dogs has no pores and is covered with a protective antibacterial film. And if it is sick and dry, then the bacteria easily enter the body of the animal, and it will hurt and suffer.

So skin and hair care is not only a fad, it is preventive measures aimed at preserving the health of the dog.

Is it worth talking about the dangers of insects that live in dirty, unkempt wool? So whatever one may say, and grooming significantly improves the health of the dog. Self-care for the appearance of the animal requires not only a lot of time and effort, but also practical knowledge. And not only in the world of dog fashion.

You need to be a bit of a hairdresser and a veterinarian, and sometimes a dog trainer. So not everyone can handle this task. Therefore, in recent years it has become more to appear specialized dog beauty salons, or grooming salons.

Here professional grooms can turn any “ugly duckling” into a real star. So to entrust a favorite to professionals is not a frivolous idea.

If a person carefully watches his appearance, follows all fashionable trends, then his animal should always be well-groomed and tidy.

Grooming Spitz (video)

Grooming Stages

Dog grooming is a time consuming and long process, so it can be broken down into several main points:

1. Combing.  In the process of this action, foreign elements, thorns, twigs and other small debris are combed out of wool. Then the tangles are combed - these are tufts of wool, which are tied into clumps. This is done by various brushes, hairbrushes, something in the wool has to be cut, for this there are special scissors.
2. Next, the animal is washed.  For this it is better not to save on detergents. They are now a great many, they are designed for different wool, different breeds and different sensitivity of the skin. One thing unites them - these hair care products are very gentle on the dog's skin. You can not overdry it and wash it off with a protective bacterial layer.
3. The next step is haircut.  In fact, haircut also includes trimming - the process of removing dead hair from the hair. It is made with special machines and requires special training. So haircut and trimming is best left to professionals. After all, the person who cuts your dog is not just a hairdresser, but an artist. And the more talented he is, the brighter his fantasy is, the more beautiful and unusual his pet haircut will be. This process is sometimes called creative grooming.
4. The last stage is a perm (if necessary), the dog is brushed with teeth and ears.  They also remove excess wool. Claws neatly trimmed and polished.

Gallery: grooming dogs (25 photos)

What is the difference between grooming dogs and cats

Dog grooming is different from feline pet behavior. The dog is usually steadfast, and sometimes even with pleasure carries all the procedures. Cats, on the other hand, resist so actively that in order not to suffer from their sharp claws and fangs, animals have to be held, tied, and sometimes put to sleep.

It is clear that cats are much cleaner than dogs and they themselves perfectly watch their hair, but they should be washed and combed regularly, it is necessary for their feline health.

Recently, specialized dog salons, or grooming salons

Grooming English Cocker Spaniel (video)

Types of grooming

Grooming is divided into several types. Each direction has its own purpose and means of achieving it:

Home or salon grooming

Of course, you can do grooming at home, at home, as they say, and the walls help. Again, the animal does not experience the stress of visiting someone else's place.

But still there are several considerations in favor of grooming in a specialized salon:

1. For some dogs, a man with scissors or a machine in his hand is a threat.  It is possible for such a dog to break the psyche if its beloved master is armed with these terrible objects. It is better to let the pet does not love and bark at someone else’s uncle than its owner.
2. The next reason in favor of the cabin is the hygiene of the home.  Can you imagine what the floor will turn into in the room where the dog was cut? And if there is a carpet? Some dog breeds have very volatile coat. What to do, this breed, and this wool will fly for a long time then around the house. And then how to collect clipped claws? In other words, after home grooming, the apartment will have to be thoroughly laundered. And in the cabin there are special vacuum cleaners, floor coverings, ventilation.
3. Another reason is the professionalism of the groom.  In some dog breeds, wool varies depending on the hairstyle or the means by which it was washed. And some dogs can not be cut at all. So it is better to trust a professional.
4. Well, the last advantage of the cabin in front of the house is time saving.  After all, a professional will do his job quickly and efficiently, in addition, there may be several of them. Alone it is possible to be carried with grooming much longer.