The salon can be a noisy place at time which may cause stress in some pets. Some pets get nervous or anxious when around other pets, or exposed to strange noises, such as barking or hair dryers. Be sure to flag any stress
triggers, as well as calming techniques, with your groomer.
Stop by the Grooming Salon several days before your appointment and introduce your pet to the groomer and environment. This will also help them get used
to the activity, smells and sounds of the salon. You can help prepare them for grooming by touching their paws during play, getting them accustomed to the groomers who will handle their paws and using common household
items to acclimate them to the humming noise of hair clippers and nail grinders.
Grooming your pet once about every four-to-six weeks, either at home or with a professional groomer, will keep your pet's coat, skin
and nails in good condition and allow them to be regularly checked for any abnormalities, such as ticks, fleas and dry patches or problems with nails, teeth, ears and eyes.
Pets who have recently been vaccinated,
have active infections or have underlying health issues are at higher risk of injury from stress. Older pets, those with special challenges, pets who have recently experienced stressful life changes or injuries are
at higher risk of experiencing stress or aggravating a condition during grooming. Keep in mind, stress in pets can be cumulative, meaning a series of stressful situations can affect a pet’s health and well-being. Be
sure to flag any special conditions with your groomer and note all pertinent information on the provided salon card.