400 Fox Street, Avis • 570-753-5887 / www. smilingsammys. com
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Cindy ' s Smiling Sammy Boarding & Grooming, Inc.
BOOK NOW FOR WINTER!
Call us to come and take a tour through our boarding facilities!
Ask the Groomer...
• State-of-the-Art Boarding Facilities for Dogs and Cats
• Blankets and Toys provided( or bring your own)
• Climate-Controlled Kennels- fully heated or air-conditioned
• Long-term or short-term boarding
• Doggie Day Care( complete with playroom, cots, toys, & TV)
• Puppy Socialization
• Grooming of small to extra large breeds, including show dogs
• New puppy customers get a free nail clipping and toy
400 Fox Street, Avis • 570-753-5887 / www. smilingsammys. com
Question: " How can I get my dog to better tolerate nail clipping?"
Answer: For many dogs, nail trimming is one of the most stressful parts of grooming- but with patience and positive reinforcement, it doesn ' t have to be. The key is to help your dog associate nail care with good experiences instead of fear. Start by simply handling your dog ' s paws for a few seconds each day. Gently touch each toe, then reward your dog with praise and a favorite treat. Once your dog is comfortable with that, introduce the nail clippers or grinder. Let your dog sniff the tool, reward them, and put it away. There ' s no need to trim a nail yet. Next, touch the clipper to a nail without cutting it, then reward again. Over several short sessions, clip just one nail and immediately offer a favorite treat. Gradually increase the number of nails as your dog becomes more relaxed. Keeping sessions brief prevents your dog from becoming overwhelmed. Avoid forcing the process, and always stay calm because your dog can sense if you are anxious about the process. If he or she becomes frightened, stop and try again later rather than pushing through the anxiety your pet is feeling. If it ' s too difficult, consult a professional groomer to do it for you... sometimes, it ' s just easier!
Just fill in the entry form below and mail to:
Paws Pets P. O. Box 99 Avis, PA 17721
Entry Deadline 7 / 22 / 26.
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