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Grooming> Seasonal Shaves- What You Should Know, First!GROOMING:SEASONAL SHAVES:*What You Should Know First!*Yes, I can make your Golden Retriever look like a yellow Labrador; turn your cat into a Lion; a Springer Spaniel into a Pointer; give your Lhasa a Powder Puff doo, even give your Pooch a 'Mohawk'... But there are risks and precautions you should know first before you choose this as an option for your pet. With the necessary precautions, there should be no ill-effects.
And with the proper information, you won't be surprised by the new look... (drag your mouse over the image) Pomeranian turned "Arctic Fox" per owners request... YES, this is really the SAME dog! If your dog or cat requires shaving either due to your request or due to unmanageable mats, I will not shave your pet without your knowledge! You should know the procedure is time consuming, and not without risks. There is an additional fee for "stripping,' dematting, and/or undercoat removal service at the starting rate of $15 (+ $8/15 minutes -w/ the first 15 minutes+ included in your grooming fee.) It usually takes a minimum of a half hour; more for matted pets!-figuring $15 for average dog... This is a Golden Retriever- shaved per owners request... For Summer Shaves, please be aware of potential risks. Just because your pet no longer dons the long coat, does not exempt them from heat issues. And, they may still continue to shed, just shorter hairs... Heat stroke and sunburn are very real and very scary! Winter Shaves may help keep snow and salt and grit from coming into the house, but it does nothing for protecting your dog against such things. A Good Bath & Brushing will reduce shedding significantly, and help to keep your pet cool on hot days and warm on cool nights... Trimming the furnishings in order to help leave the dirt and ice balls outside, is far more effective than shaving the entire body. Many of the traditional clips of various breeds still leave coat on the joints, and legs where brush would otherwise scratch the dog. Shedding is related to light, diet and hormones, not soley temperature. SEASONAL SHAVES: Shaving is not necessarily without risks... *Depending on coat type: matting; and undercoat density; shaving can leave coat colors dull or mottled, (less dramatic.) Blacks may be gray and reds turn into tans... You may also notice thicker or thinner areas, particularly on the back and hips; or even a course or prickly feel, as the guard hairs may be trimmed to a "stubble" texture. ... f you have any questions or concerns please ask! It is more important & effective to remove as much of the undercoat as possible, particularly coat that has already "fallen out" and remains imbedded in the pet's coat, rather than (not so simply) shave it off... If your pet is to be shaved, taking the necessary precautions will help to ensure their health and safety... |
