If your cat or dog has dandruff, is it just a bad hair day? Probably not.The three most common reasons for pet dandruff are allergies, parasites and inadequate nutrition. Pets need a proper balance of fats, proteins and other nutrients to keep their skin and fur healthy. Dandruff can be a warning of many health problems, so if you notice your pooch or kitty is getting flaky, get them to the vet for a physical.
Archive for February, 2009
Dog Grooming Course Graduate Gives Flaky Advice
Tuesday, February 10th, 2009Steel vs Plastic Pet Grooming Supplies
Monday, February 9th, 2009‘blades’. Maybe once in a great while one will see the light of day and beput on a clipper… but mostly it’s the #10 blade and a SS comb.
One thing with the SS combs: you can NOT use a #40 blade under the SS combs. The reason is simple: the cutter of the #40 blade is set too far forward and will snag teeth on the SS combs. You can kiss your #40 blade good by if that happens. So besides changing to the SS combs, you will have to change out whatever blade you use (that is IF you are used to using a #40 blade with your snap on combs.) At first I was using a #30 under them, but my #10’s work just as well, and less changing blades on the clipper. Maybe I’ve just gotten lazy? Most of my dogs are fluffy, and with my clipper vac I can still get the same lengths pretty much the same as with a finish blade…so no use to use a “blade”. So yes, maybe I am just getting lazy!
SS combs are by far better IMO than the plastic, so much so that I’ve don’t really even use most of my
Woman Barters Pet Grooming Supplies on Craig’s List
Sunday, February 8th, 2009Diane Aviles had big plans when she purchased 17 cages, two pet tubs, a grooming table and some cabinets. But in this economy, the funds just “weren’t there” to open up a pet grooming and boarding business. So Aviles decided to barter her equipment worth ,000 on Craigslist in exchange for a good-running RV. Many locals are doing the same during these tough economic times.
New Taxes Affect Even Pet Grooming Supply Companies
Saturday, February 7th, 2009Golf course owners and some of their customers are teed off at Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. So are auto mechanics, amusement park owners and pet groomers. Expect prices to rise for the ‘unnecessary’ pleasures in life as the Governor tries to expand his tax base!
Ice Storm Encourages Officials to Use Grooming Schools
Friday, February 6th, 2009Last month’s ice storm has prompted many New Hampshire communities to evaluate their disaster response plans, including how they handle pets. Along with the chilly residents, dogs and cats are in need of warm shelter due to the power outages. Local grooming schools and kennels have been used as emergency shelters.
dog grooming table
Friday, February 6th, 2009 dog grooming business is thriving in Flora – Madison County Herald
dog grooming business is thriving in FloraMadison County Herald, MS - Jan 28, 2009The front room has a long, elevated table with booths and harnesses to accommodate four dogs as they are groomed. Behind the front room is a much smaller …
Make Your Pet Look Good On Paper – Grooming School Tips
Friday, February 6th, 2009Those who have tried taking pictures of their puppies will all agree that it is not an easy feat. Your pet dog, especially the older ones, tends to move around a lot — making it almost impossible to get a quality puppy photo for your collection. Ask around to local grooming schools to ask the experts how they handle wily puppies and dogs during grooming. It’s necessary to have a dog be still to clip nails and trip hair around the face, so they’re likely to have a lot of good tips!
Weak Economy Affecting Grooming Schools
Thursday, February 5th, 2009Ellen O’Connor spends more time than ever now primping pets at Pampered Pet Inn. As the local economy has weakened, the owner of the West University pet grooming and boarding business has cut back on her workers’ hours, leaving her to pick up the slack. It’s a shame to watch small businesses struggle this way. So get your pet groomed! Help out a local business!
A Trade Fair That Offers It All – Even a Mini Dog Grooming Course
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009Food items like salmon sticks, chicken sticks and fish rolls, health seminars and even mini dog grooming courses? No, this is not any ordinary lifestyle expo but indicative of the wide variety of products and events at the ongoing third India International Pet Trade Fair (IIPTF) here. Finally, a fair not for the kids but for our canine friends!
Upgraded Humane Society More Like a Grooming School
Monday, February 2nd, 2009For the dogs and cats who take up temporary residence in the year-old Riverside Humane Society Pet Adoption Center, their new quarters are like the Mission Inn compared to the old facility. The old facility was more like a budget motel, said Ronna L. Kadow, executive director of the facility. The animals will enjoy more room indoor and out at the new pad. Even the lighting is better!