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		<title>Grooming Your Cat</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2010 08:18:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr Kelly Mayo</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[No cat wants to be dirty, and its up to you to ensure that your ragdoll kittens stay clean. Grooming is very important, as it helps your <a href='http://articoolz.com/category/pets/cats-pets-home-family/'>cat</a> remain clean and healthy. Grooming starts with brushing, as brushing helps to keep the cats hair from becoming hairballs. Brushing will remove loose hair, and help prevent the risk of hairballs. A lot of cats have trouble dislodging hairballs. If the cat isnt able to get a hairball out, it could result in a blockage of the intestines. Blockages are very serious, and can quickly become life threatening for your pet.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><div style="clear: both; min-height: 1px; height: 3px; width: 100%;"></div><div class='shareaholic-like-buttonset' style='float:none;height:30px;'><a class='shareaholic-googleplusone' data-shr_size='medium' data-shr_count='false' data-shr_href='http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petblog.me%2Fgrooming-your-cat%2F' data-shr_title='Grooming+Your+Cat'></a><a class='shareaholic-tweetbutton' data-shr_count='none' data-shr_href='http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petblog.me%2Fgrooming-your-cat%2F' data-shr_title='Grooming+Your+Cat'></a><a class='shareaholic-fblike' data-shr_layout='button_count' data-shr_showfaces='false' data-shr_href='http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petblog.me%2Fgrooming-your-cat%2F' data-shr_title='Grooming+Your+Cat'></a></div><div style="clear: both; min-height: 1px; height: 3px; width: 100%;"></div><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><p>No cat wants to be dirty, and its up to you to ensure that your ragdoll kittens stay clean. Grooming is very important, as it helps your <a href="http://articoolz.com/category/pets/cats-pets-home-family/">cat</a> remain clean and healthy. <a href="http://www.petproducts.me/cats/cat-grooming-accessories.html">Cat grooming</a> starts with brushing, as brushing helps to keep the cats hair from becoming hairballs. Brushing will remove loose hair, and help prevent the risk of hairballs. A lot of cats have trouble dislodging hairballs. If the cat isnt able to get a hairball out, it could result in a blockage of the intestines. Blockages are very serious, and can quickly become life threatening for your pet.</p>
<p>Cats that have long hair need to be brushed and combed on a daily basis, while cats with short hair need to be groomed on a weekly basis. When you brush your cat, you should always watch for lumps in the coat and skin irritations. You should start brushing along the cats back, going from his head to his tail. Do this a few times on one side, and then switch to the other. Each area should be brushed a few times in the direction of the way your cats hair is growing.</p>
<p>When you brush your cat, you should always avoid brushing his face and paws. If a cat doesnt like to be brushed, you can still groom him using another tool. The grooming glove is an excellent alternative to the brush, as most cats dont mind it at all. Starting out young is the key to grooming, as it will get your cat used to brushing and grooming. Some cats that have started grooming when they were kittens grow to love it, many of which often look forward to their grooming time.<span id="more-964"></span></p>
<p>When brushing your cat, make sure that you check his ears, eyes, teeth, and claws. His eyes should be bright and clear with nothing residing in the corners. His ears should be clean, pink in color, and no sign of ear mites. Ear mites result from dirt built up in a cats ears, and can result in the ears shriveling up and your cat losing his hearing. Ear mites are very annoying for the cat, and hard for you as an owner to get rid of. The best way to get rid of them is to ensure that your cats ears stay clean and healthy.</p>
<p>Each time you groom your cat, you should always aim to go a bit further with your examinations. When your cat remains still, you should always praise him and give him a treat. If your cat doesnt cooperate and starts to struggle, you shouldnt fight with him, but instead let him go and try the next day. Once your cat gets used to grooming he will look forward to it each and every day.</p>
<p>Want to find out more about <a href="http://ragdollkittens.com.au">ragdoll kittens</a>, then visit Dr Kelly Mayo's site that provide <a href="http://ragdollkittens.com.au/ragdoll-kittens-for-sale/">ragdoll kittens for sale</a></p>
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		<title>Pet Grooming Uniforms for the Professional</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 18:23:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pet Lover</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It's essential for each pet grooming skilled to be wearing the proper apparel. Not only does it show professionalism in the art of pet grooming, but additionally they're sensible uniforms with style and functionality. They ought to be snug and fashionable and have reinforcements the least bit the strain points for long life and durability.&#160; [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><div style="clear: both; min-height: 1px; height: 3px; width: 100%;"></div><div class='shareaholic-like-buttonset' style='float:none;height:30px;'><a class='shareaholic-googleplusone' data-shr_size='medium' data-shr_count='false' data-shr_href='http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petblog.me%2Fpet-grooming-uniforms-for-the-professional%2F' data-shr_title='Pet+Grooming+Uniforms+for+the+Professional'></a><a class='shareaholic-tweetbutton' data-shr_count='none' data-shr_href='http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petblog.me%2Fpet-grooming-uniforms-for-the-professional%2F' data-shr_title='Pet+Grooming+Uniforms+for+the+Professional'></a><a class='shareaholic-fblike' data-shr_layout='button_count' data-shr_showfaces='false' data-shr_href='http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petblog.me%2Fpet-grooming-uniforms-for-the-professional%2F' data-shr_title='Pet+Grooming+Uniforms+for+the+Professional'></a></div><div style="clear: both; min-height: 1px; height: 3px; width: 100%;"></div><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><p>It's essential for each pet grooming skilled to be wearing the proper apparel. Not only does it show professionalism in the art of pet grooming, but additionally they're sensible uniforms with style and functionality. They ought to be snug and fashionable and have reinforcements the least bit the strain points for long life and durability.&#160; The uniform should mirror the temperament of the pet groomer, and also should reflect what kind of pets he grooms.&#160; The uniform should be simple to clean and they must be in a position to face up to the scratches from dogs and cats without tearing.&#160; The uniform should be stain resistant and come out of the dryer wrinkle free. Every piece of the uniform ought to be fitted for the person meant to wear it.&#160; The uniform should be loose fitting but tight enough therefore loose material can not hinder the pet grooming process.</p>
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<p>A important part of the uniform is shoes.&#160; The shoes of a pet groomer should be comfortable as a result of the profession needs {that the} groomer be on their feet for long periods of time.&#160; Dutch shoes ought to be created of a fabric that's simple to boorish as some animals lose the ability to control themselves and the shoes may be stained with urine or faeces.&#160; The simplest pet grooming shoes in trade are crocs.&#160; The crocs are made out of rubber and if an animal had an accident, it can not hurt them.&#160; They are easily washed.&#160; Pet grooming shoes should not be created out of leather or canvas.&#160; These materials are simply stained and therefore the smell of the residue of the accidents may stay in this material for an extended time.   </p>
<p>Pet grooming professionals ought to invariably wear long pants or jeans.&#160; Excited animals will scratch your legs if you wear shorts or a skirt.&#160; The jeans offer real resistance towards scratches or bites.&#160; Some pet groomers choose to where a leather apron or canvas leggings which can prevent scratches.&#160; Also if you were shorts the possibility of an infection or infestation of fleas or lice is more probably to occur. The pet grooming specialists will look at specialty stores or at giant pet outlet stores where skilled advice will be given to that garments to buy.    </p>
<p>Another consideration when selecting pet grooming apparel is the selection of gloves.&#160; Some groomers wear simply rubber gloves to protect themselves from diseases such as mange.&#160; These diseases if contacted with the human skin can be embarrassing and painful.&#160; Another selection of gloves that are used in the pet grooming industry are leather gloves.&#160; These will deter little animals from ripping up your hands by scratching our biting.&#160; For larger dogs who have a tendency to bite, the pet groomer may use a metal mesh glove that can stop the penetration of the teeth into the skin, however can not stop the pressure of that by coming down upon the hand.&#160; Though the hand can not be punctured, it may be bruised.    </p>
<p>The pet grooming professional needs to take in all considerations when shopping for apparel.&#160; They assert that garments build the person and therefore the uniform that the pet groomer chooses dictates professionalism and therefore the means they're perceived by the client.&#160; Sources for pet grooming uniforms can be found on the Web, local veterinarians, and giant pet outlet stores.</p>
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		<title>Why is Pet Grooming Important</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 06:15:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pet Lover</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why is pet grooming important? Whether or not you've got a cat of dog, pet grooming is a vital part of the hygiene and emotional well being of your animal. Doesn't feel sensible once you get your hair cut or nails done? Imagine not having the luxurious of choosing how and when you clean yourself. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<!-- Start Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><div style="clear: both; min-height: 1px; height: 3px; width: 100%;"></div><div class='shareaholic-like-buttonset' style='float:none;height:30px;'><a class='shareaholic-googleplusone' data-shr_size='medium' data-shr_count='false' data-shr_href='http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petblog.me%2Fwhy-is-pet-grooming-important%2F' data-shr_title='Why+is+Pet+Grooming+Important'></a><a class='shareaholic-tweetbutton' data-shr_count='none' data-shr_href='http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petblog.me%2Fwhy-is-pet-grooming-important%2F' data-shr_title='Why+is+Pet+Grooming+Important'></a><a class='shareaholic-fblike' data-shr_layout='button_count' data-shr_showfaces='false' data-shr_href='http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petblog.me%2Fwhy-is-pet-grooming-important%2F' data-shr_title='Why+is+Pet+Grooming+Important'></a></div><div style="clear: both; min-height: 1px; height: 3px; width: 100%;"></div><!-- End Shareaholic LikeButtonSetTop Automatic --><p>Why is pet grooming important? Whether or not you've got a cat of dog, pet grooming is a vital part of the hygiene and emotional well being of your animal. Doesn't feel sensible once you get your hair cut or nails done? Imagine not having the luxurious of choosing how and when you clean yourself. Your pets don't have that advantage. Certain they groom themselves with their tongue and paws, however without an opposing thumb they can not grab a scrub brush and wash their back or the ability to achieve exhausting to get at places. They need the care and love of their caregivers and pet grooming lets them apprehend that they're getting their needs met.</p>
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<p>Even after you get a replacement puppy or kitten, pet grooming is vital approach to develop the bonding practices. As you brush or wash your pet, the constant touching and soothing provides the young animal a sense of well being. The link between {caregiver} and animal becomes stronger as additional attention is given to the pet. The early interaction of pet grooming also prepares the animal for a skilled pet groomer as hair or nails become to unmanageable for the untrained owner. The pet can have a more of a way of security as they are left at a pet groomer for each day and will accommodate less stress as they are touched and groomed by a stranger.   </p>
<p>Pet grooming at a young age also permits the animal to urge used to the tools and apparatus employed in the pet grooming experience. Scissors and brushes will be scary things to a novice puppy or kitten. Initial reaction of the animal is to bite or claw at the brush. They have a strange tool pulling and brushing their hair and their natural reaction is to defend themselves. By going slow and using soothing sounds, the owner will slowly introduce the new animal to the process. As the grooming goes on and the animal feels more comfy, stronger strokes can be applied. As confidence and bonding builds the whole pet grooming process can be utilized.    </p>
<p>Another facet of pet grooming is cutting or trimming the nails of your animal. Especially for inside pets, if the nails are not cut properly they can have a tendency to grow around among themselves and be painful for the animal to walk upon. Also the nails will split easier if left unattended leaving unpleasant cracks and an irritating feeling in their paws. If correct pet grooming is initiated early enough, the pet will grow in emotional maturity and you may have a stable animal that can have the advantages of fine hygiene and good health. Pet grooming can become a habit that both the pet and the owner will anticipate their time along on a daily basis. The importance of pet grooming can spread to be a family expertise as spouses and siblings can decide up brush and pay time with the family pet. The emotional security can spread throughout the family and pet and family will become one.</p>
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