{"id":6007,"date":"2017-11-03T07:00:34","date_gmt":"2017-11-03T11:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=6007"},"modified":"2017-11-03T07:00:34","modified_gmt":"2017-11-03T11:00:34","slug":"benefits-learning-groom-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/11\/benefits-learning-groom-dog","title":{"rendered":"5 Benefits of Learning to Groom Your Own Dog"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#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; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column 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; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Grooming your dog doesn&#8217;t have to be a luxury activity that you splurge on once a year\u2014although, you should be going more often than that! Dog grooming delivers more than temporary cosmetic improvements\u2014it\u2019s absolutely necessary for the sake of your dog\u2019s health! Regular grooming removes and prevents painful hair mats and maintains your pup\u2019s great coat condition.<\/p>\n<p>Many dog owners don&#8217;t schedule regular grooms because of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/06\/top-5-dog-grooming-myths\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">myth that only long-haired breeds need grooming<\/a>\u2014it\u2019s simply not true! Brushing your dog\u2019s coat will stimulate the skin and blood flow, distribute the natural oils of the dog\u2019s coat to condition the hairs, and reduce shedding. So yes, there are heaps of benefits.<\/p>\n<p>Want to know why you should learn to groom your dog at home? 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Save Money by Home Dog Grooming<\/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\/11\/benefits-learning-groom-dog\/#2_Bond_with_Your_Dog\" >2. Bond with Your Dog<\/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\/11\/benefits-learning-groom-dog\/#3_Keep_Maintenance_Costs_Down\" >3. Keep Maintenance Costs Down<\/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\/11\/benefits-learning-groom-dog\/#4_Youll_Have_a_New_Skillset\" >4. You\u2019ll Have a New Skillset!<\/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\/11\/benefits-learning-groom-dog\/#5_Check_Your_Dog_for_Physical_Abnormalities\" >5. Check Your Dog for Physical Abnormalities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Save_Money_by_Home_Dog_Grooming\"><\/span>1. Save Money by Home Dog Grooming<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs don\u2019t have as short lifespans as they used to. Our canine companions live much longer these days, which means more trips to a dog groomer over the span of their lifetime!<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve already covered the health benefits of grooming a dog, so you know that consistent grooming is key. But more frequent appointments can get expensive. Luckily, there is a way to make sure your canine companions maintain superior health without breaking the bank\u2026groom them yourself!<\/p>\n<p>The initial start-up cost might be a bit pricey depending on the tools you need for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/05\/7-must-haves-dog-grooming-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dog grooming kit<\/a>. These tools will vary depending on your dog&#8217;s breed and the number of dogs you own. But you\u2019ll make back your money quickly throughout the lifetime of your dog(s).<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Bond_with_Your_Dog\"><\/span>2. Bond with Your Dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Besides the money factor, taking your dog to the groomer can take up a lot of your time. Booking the appointment, driving them over, waiting out the time, and then picking them up again\u2014it can swallow up a huge chunk of your day!<\/p>\n<p>When you learn to groom your own dog at home, you can do it whenever you have the chance. You&#8217;ll have much more flexibility because you can schedule it around your other priorities.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;50&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;6016&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#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; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column 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; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Try not to think about grooming as a chore. See it as a bonding experience! Grooming doesn\u2019t have to be stressful. It can be relaxing for both your dog and yourself! Especially since your dog is familiar with you and your home, it can be a comforting experience.<\/p>\n<p>Your dog has probably been there for you through thick and thin. They offer unconditional love and strive to make you happy whenever they can. So why not do the same for them? If you enjoy the feeling of putting on freshly washed clothes and getting a sharp haircut, why wouldn&#8217;t your dog want to feel the same?<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Keep_Maintenance_Costs_Down\"><\/span>3. Keep Maintenance Costs Down<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dog grooming isn\u2019t just a one-and-done ordeal. If you\u2019ve committed your long-haired dog to getting a full grooming appointment every six weeks, that\u2019s still <em>plenty<\/em> of time for mats to form.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to keep tangles at bay is to learn how to do regular \u201cmini-grooms\u201d. These mini-groom will help <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/02\/6-tips-healthy-coat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">maintain your dog&#8217;s coat condition<\/a> while extending the time between regular appointments. Just brushing your dog&#8217;s coat once a week can keep them happy and healthy.<\/p>\n<p>Basic grooming still requires a little study, though. In grooming classes, you\u2019ll learn about your dog\u2019s specific breed conditions. Outside of class, invest in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2019\/01\/the-dog-owners-guide-to-home-dog-grooming-equipment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">quality home grooming equipment<\/a> and practice! A bit of maintenance here and there can go a long way.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;50&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;6017&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#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; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column 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; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Youll_Have_a_New_Skillset\"><\/span>4. You\u2019ll Have a New Skillset!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some people like knitting while others enjoy working out at the gym. You, however, will develop hard <em>and<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/06\/6-transferable-skills-youll-learn-from-a-dog-grooming-class-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">transferable skills<\/a>\u00a0that, in our eyes, trumps those hobbies! Once you learn how to groom a dog according to breed standards, you\u2019ll be able to groom all dogs of the same breed. You&#8217;ll also know a thing or two about grooming dogs with similar <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/dog-coat-types-a-quick-reference-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">coat types<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Many owners take dog grooming classes for just to groom their own dogs, but then discover how much you enjoy it. Hobbies, with a little hard work and dedication, can become rewarding careers. Try grooming another breed and see if it\u2019s right for you. You may have enjoyed it just with your own pet because they are accustomed to you, so you may want to try your hand with other dogs before taking the plunge!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Check_Your_Dog_for_Physical_Abnormalities\"><\/span>5. Check Your Dog for Physical Abnormalities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Imagine your dog is in pain or has an infection. You would take them to the vet as soon as possible. If you had the option of catching an ailment or condition affecting your dog early, why wouldn\u2019t you?<\/p>\n<p>Between visits to the professional groomer, when you do home dog grooming, you\u2019ll have a greater chance of spotting changes in your pet\u2019s health.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;50&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10166&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;50&#8243;][vc_column_text]Grooming can also prevent certain health issues from happening. For example, clipping your dog\u2019s nails can help with proper balance, posture, and distributing weight correctly throughout the paw. Long nails force them to shift their weight and contributes to joint pain! This is especially important for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2019\/01\/the-beginners-guide-to-grooming-senior-dogs-dog-grooming-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">grooming older dogs<\/a> that may also have arthritis.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also positively impact their dental hygiene, find fleas and ticks early, spot potential bacterial ear infections, and remove painful hair mats.<\/p>\n<p>So, why wouldn\u2019t you want to learn a bit about dog grooming?[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#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; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column 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; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3 align=\"center\">Ready to learn how to groom your dog at home? 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