Cedar Valley Dog March/April 2013 Issue #2 | Page 5

Preparing Your Pet for the GroomerShear Bliss Pet Salon
By Sarah Bebee The most important thing you can do to get your pet ready
for grooming is for the pet to be accepting of being touched
everywhere. Areas that are especially sensitive are around the
eyes and feet. Make sure that all interactions are slow, firm
and confident.
Get your pet used to brushing, combing and being restrained
at home. When your pet comes to the groomer all brushed
out with no tangles or large mats, then brushing at the
groomer is a pleasant experience. Using a folding table or top
of the clothes dryer is a great place to do at home
maintenance. The pet is out of their territory and realizes it is
time to "work". Allow your pet to become used to being in
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