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How Grooming Helps Bonding With Your Pet

One way pet parents can strengthen the bond with their pet is through grooming and massage. Spending time with your dog or cat brushing, combing, trimming, and even cutting nails can easily change from a source of anxiety or dread for your pet, into a wonderful bonding session for both of you. No matter what breed your dog or cat is, long hair or short and smooth, purebred or a mixed specialty, grooming is essential for connection, affection, and healthy well-being! Tara...

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Skin Sensitivities & Allergies in Dogs

A dog may have itchy or sensitive skin for many different reasons. Both genetic and  environmental factors can lead to skin sensitivity in dogs, and certain breeds are more susceptible than others. Allergies developed due to their diet, environment or season changes can also result in skin sensitivities in dogs. Below, we’ve explained what may be causing sensitive skin to your dog, how to spot it, and what you can do to treat it. Tara Murphy, Professional Groomer Tara started working in Petmania...

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Treating Hot Spots on Your Dog

Canine hot spots are a common health condition in dogs. They are red, inflamed skin lesions that appear quickly, ooze, and may contain pus. They can be found anywhere on a dog’s body, but the most common problem areas are the head, legs, and hips. These sores can be painful, smelly and itchy, and may be very obvious or hidden beneath matted fur. They can spread rapidly and be frustrating to deal with; however, they can be treated and even...

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Preventing Tear Staining in Dogs

You may notice your dog often at some point in their lives develop what is known as ‘tear staining’, a red brownish stain that is found under their eyes, muzzles and between their toes. They are usually the result of the dog producing too many tears or having an inability for the tears to drain away normally. In this blog post, I will explain the causes of tears staining, how to treat them, and how to prevent them. Tara Murphy, Professional Groomer Tara...

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Managing Your Dog’s Itchy Skin

A dog may have itchy or sensitive skin for many different reasons. Both genetic and environmental factors can lead to skin sensitivity in dogs, and certain breeds are more susceptible than others. In this blog, we will explore the various causes of sensitive or itchy skin your pup, how to spot it, and what you can do to help. Tara Murphy, Professional Groomer Tara started working in Petmania in 2008 and has had many achievements along the way. She completed her City and Guilds...

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Why Is My Dog Shedding?

Shedding is a natural process for dogs and an essential aspect of their skin and fur health. Dogs rid themselves of old, dead hair from their body through shedding. Depending on the breed of dog, the amount of fur that is shed can vary. For some dog breeds, like those with heavy double coats, shedding can be a nuisance, particularly during summer months when your dog’s hair loss can increase considerably. In this blog post, we will look at managing your...

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Preventing Tangles and Matting In Your Dog

When it comes to your dog’s health and wellbeing, there’s no doubt that grooming plays an essential role. It can help improve their quality of life while also keeping them happy, healthy, and comfortable in their own skin. Unfortunately, certain issues can arise due to inadequate or lack of grooming. Problems such as tangles and matting can occur if certain breeds of dogs are not brushed regularly. In this blog post, I will explain the importance of brushing your dog, what equipment...

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Coconut Summer Spa at Petmania Grooming Studios

Coconut Summer Spa At Petmania Grooming Studios, our Coconut Summer Spa is the perfect summertime treatment for your dog! Using our luxurious clay scrub, enriched with both coconut oil and coconut milk, your dog's skin will feel exfoliated and hydrated while natural oils will nourish the hair, leaving your dog's coat hair smoother and shinier. A breed standard haircut will ensure your dog goes home feeling lighter and ready for summer. What are you waiting for? Beat the heat this summer and...

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What is the Ultrasonic Dental Clean & How Does It Work?

Dogs love to explore the world with the use of their mouth, which is why it’s so important to make sure their teeth are in the best condition possible. Here at Petmania Grooming Studios, our Ultrasonic tooth brushing for dogs is an effective way to keep your dog’s teeth clean, helping to prevent the build-up of Plaque & Tartar. Professional Dog Groomer Hayley has put together a helpful guide on this service, so you can see for yourself just exactly what’s...

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Grooming Your Older Dog

Grooming is an essential part of your dog’s health and wellbeing, and is even more critical as they grow older. Often, underlying health conditions your senior pup may be susceptible to can be spotted by investigating the skin and coat. Lumps, bumps, growths and skin irritations can be revealed in a grooming session, either by yourself or by your Professional Groomer. As your canine friend grows older, they tend to experience joint and muscle pain as well as mobility issues that...

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