Proper Grooming:
 Is an important part of pet care.
It not only makes a companion animal
look better, but contributes to his or her
physiological and psychological health.
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Coat:
Brush your pet thoroughly every day. This
helps keep his or her hair in good condition
by removing dirt, spreading the natural oils
throughout the coat, preventing tangles
from forming and keeping the skin clean
and free from irritation.
It is best to start brushing your pet at an
early age, but do not despair if he or she is
an older animal. It is possible to train one
to enjoy grooming. Proceed slowly, and be
sure to use treats and plenty of praise to
make the experience fun!
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Nail Care: 
Trim your pet's nails about once per month.
You'll need a clipper designed specifically
for the kind of companion animal you have.
Either a scissors- or guillotine style clipper
can be used. You should also purchase a
small bottle of blood clotting powder.
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How to Cut Your Pet's Nails:
1. Have your companion animal sit
beside you. Then place one of his or
her paws in your hand and gently pull
it forward. If your pet dislikes being
handled this way, slowly accustom
him or her to it by offering treats and praise.
2. Gradually shorten one nail. Be sure to
stop before you reach the quick,
which is the part of the nail that
contains nerves and blood vessels. If
you cannot see the quick clearly,
stop cutting just behind the point at
which the nail begins to curve downward.
3. If you cut into the quick, do not panic.
Put some clotting powder on a moist
cotton swab and press it firmly against
the nail for several seconds.
4.Repeat the process until all of your
companion animal's nails have been trimmed.
5. Do not forget to trim the dewclaw,
which is located on the inside of
each front leg just above the paw.
(Some dogs do not have dewclaws.)

 
 
 

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