{"id":3176,"date":"2017-03-17T07:00:59","date_gmt":"2017-03-17T11:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=3176"},"modified":"2017-03-17T07:00:59","modified_gmt":"2017-03-17T11:00:59","slug":"groom-older-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/groom-older-dog","title":{"rendered":"How to Groom an Older Dog"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]Professional dog groomers work with every type of pup, so it\u2019s important for your training to cover <em>all<\/em> ages and breeds. Working with an older dog can be tricky because you have to take each dog\u2019s needs and ailments into consideration. Being gentle and attentive is the key to a successful grooming appointment \u2013 but what else do you need to know when grooming a senior dog?<\/p>\n<p>Follow these essential tips for grooming older dogs and your clients will be thrilled by your knowledge and skill![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;32&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;3182&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/groom-older-dog\/#Less_standing\" >Less standing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/groom-older-dog\/#Make_quick_work\" >Make quick work<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/groom-older-dog\/#Be_practical\" >Be practical<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/groom-older-dog\/#Be_gentle\" >Be gentle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/groom-older-dog\/#Dont_risk_it\" >Don\u2019t risk it<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Less_standing\"><\/span>Less standing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For senior dogs (dogs in the last quarter of their lives) you should groom logically. This means you need to have an idea of where you\u2019ll start and how you\u2019ll proceed depending on each dog\u2019s needs. Older dogs need their rest, and usually don\u2019t have as much muscle and stability as they used to. So be sure to take breaks during a grooming appointment \u2013 let your furry friend rest his legs and muscles.<\/p>\n<p>A great tip for grooming older dogs: start under the belly and work your way up. This allows the dog to lie down or sit while you groom the rest of his fur. You can also support the dog with your arms or recruit an assistant to help keep the dog comfortable.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_quick_work\"><\/span>Make quick work<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An important lesson for grooming senior pups is to prioritize wellbeing over vanity. Basically, a dog\u2019s comfort always comes first. So if you find an older dog is unable to handle a full grooming appointment, shorten it up and stop if you see any signs of discomfort. The last thing an older dog needs is muscle or joint pain, or any added stress. Let the dog\u2019s body language and temperament guide you in gauging how much they can stand. Better to do a quick trim than to cause any pain or anxiety. 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Speak to the owner, and take your studies of age and breeds into consideration. For example, for a dog with trouble standing or walking for long periods, you should pay attention to their paw pads. Trimming away excess fur could give them better traction on the floor. As well, be sure to trim a dog\u2019s nails if he doesn\u2019t get outside as much anymore. There are plenty of easy fixes for certain issues \u2013 again, you\u2019ll want to speak to the owner to find out every dog\u2019s individual struggle!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_gentle\"><\/span>Be gentle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Practice light brushing to keep an older dog stable and comfortable. Just as in humans, a dog\u2019s skin can become more sensitive as he gets older. Choose your brush carefully and use slow brushing movements that will relax your furry clients. Plus, knowing about a dog\u2019s ailments will help you avoid any grooming problems. Learn about the sensitive areas of an older dog and don\u2019t risk adding more discomfort. Your job as the groomer is to do as much upkeep as possible without causing any harm. 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Although some clients may not understand the risks associated with grooming an older dog, they should still be reasonable enough to know that you\u2019re the expert. Never risk your credibility as a groomer. If a dog is ill (even if it\u2019s a younger dog) or has an injury of some sort, you should not groom him if you foresee an issue arising.<\/p>\n<p>More than this, you\u2019ll need to know when to stop a groom if an older dog becomes intolerant. He may lose the strength to stand, or become irritable with you. Either way, you should know the signs of an uncomfortable dog. 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