Do you find the world of grooming can sometimes seem overwhelming? Did you know that dogs have different grooming needs based on their breed and coat type? Understanding what to expect in your dog's grooming experience can help put your mind at ease to know you have chosen the right groomer!
In this Episode of the Muttz with Mannerz™ Canine Academy Podcast, host Corey McCusker is joined by Kelli Gillis, ICG, Certified Professional Groomer to discuss the essentials of dog grooming - including types of coats, what's involved in a grooming session and more!
In this episode, Corey and Kelli cover:
- Introducing Certified International Groomer and Canine Coach, Kelli Gilliss and a funny story on how Kelli got started.
- The different breeds and coat types of dogs.
- What a typical grooming session with Kelli involves.
- Why groomers may use a high-velocity dryer, versus a traditional dryer.
- The typical length of a grooming session and why it can vary by dog.
- Specific techniques and tools that Kelli uses.
- Some of Kelli’s most requested grooming cuts.
- Common challenges for the dog and groomer, including the impact of mats.
- How Kelli deals with a dog’s anxiety or fear in her practice.
- The health and well-being benefits of regularly grooming your dog.
- What owners can do at home to maintain their dog’s grooming and how they can prepare their dog for a visit to a groomer.
- The most dreaded aspect of grooming . . . maintaining your dog’s nails.
- Upcoming grooming workshops at Muttz with Mannerz™.
Resources:
To learn more about grooming at Muttz with Mannerz™ visit us at www.muttzwithmannerz.com
Here are some links to different grooming products we recommend at Ren’s Pets
Andis,Cordless Nail Grinder - 6 Speed
https://www.renspets.com/products/andis-cordless-nail-grinder-6-speed
Q,Plier Style Nail Trimmer with Stopper - Large
https://www.renspets.com/products/q-plier-style-nail-trimmer-with-stopper
Millers Forge,Double Row Undercoat Rake
https://www.renspets.com/products/millers-forge-double-row-undercoat-rake
Q,Flexi Sft Dbl Sided Brush Slicker Brush-Lrg
https://www.renspets.com/products/q-flexi-soft-double-sided-brush-slicker-brush-large
Q,Matts B Gone - 5 blade
https://www.renspets.com/products/q-matts-b-gone
Q,Greyhound Regular Pin Comb, Fine/Coarse - 6.5”
https://www.renspets.com/products/q-greyhound-regular-pin-comb-fine-coarse
Wahl,DeShedder - For Dogs
https://www.renspets.com/products/wahl-deshedder-for-dogs
Q,Soft Pin Slicker with Flat Back - Large
https://www.renspets.com/products/q-soft-pin-slicker-with-flat-back
Q,Universal Style Slicker Hard Pin - Large
https://www.renspets.com/products/q-universal-style-slicker-hard-pin
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