◈ Homepage — http://www.covegrooming.com/HOME SERVICES GROOMING MYTHS PRIVATE DOG PARK Meet Our Groomers!! ​​​​​​​ ​​​​​Natalia does a fantastic job and dogs find her very soothing , Mary Elizabeth is a great groomer who has many years of experience,​​​​​​​ Avi is our newest member but brings many years of experience as well! so stop by and say hi!! ​​​​​​​ Make Your Reservation Online!! Call us at (415) 332-2683 or follow the reservation link to make an appointment! We are located at 203 2nd St. Sausalito, Stop by and say HI! ​​​​​​​ find us call us reservations facebook ​​​​​​​ Proud member of the   Cove Partners ◈ Interior Pages — 4 pages crawledPersonal Dog Park - Cove Grooming Home Services Grooming Myths Private Dog Park Searching After their bath, your pooch can relax in our safe, clean, outdoor area! We have a professionally supervised playgroup 7 days a week check out houseandhoundsitters.com for details Join the group so your pup can have fun in our private dog park too! Proud member of the Cove Partners + Call us now ! Find us on the map Send us an email Services - Cove Grooming Home Services Grooming Myths Private Dog Park Searching Walk-ins are welcome subject to groomer availabiltiy Book an Appointment Now! Proud member of the Cove Partners + Call us now ! Find us on the map Send us an email About Us - Cove Grooming Home Services Grooming Myths Private Dog Park Searching ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ (415) 332-2683 ​​​​​​​ 203 2nd St. Sausalito, CA 94965 Show Full Map Get Directions Proud member of the Cove Partners + Call us now ! Find us on the map Send us an email Grooming Myths - Cove Grooming Home Services Grooming Myths Private Dog Park Searching REGULAR GROOMING DOES MORE THAN JUST KEEP YOUR DOG CLEAN AND LOOKING GOOD. Grooming can help prevent matting, reveal potential problems—from skin issues to lumps—and keep your dog feeling comfortable. Myth #1: Some Dogs Don’t Shed All dogs shed, although just how much depends on their coat type, according to Tracey Ditto, Groomer and Host of DIY Puppy Grooming Classes at Dogtopia in Waco, Texas. “There are several breeds considered non-shedding or low-shedding—these are breeds that do not have an undercoat such as a Maltese, Poodles, and Yorkies,” says Ditto. “Although they may still lose a few strands here and there, they do not have an undercoat that is shed as the temperature changes throughout the year.” This makes them a popular choice among dog owners who are allergic or who don’t want to worry about having to vacuum their home four times a day during shedding season. Myth #2: Low-Shedding Dogs Don’t Need to Be Brushed Brushing is not just about removing loose hair—regular brushing has benefits for all dogs. “The type of coat will affect how you brush and what tools you use,” says Ditto. “A double-coated dog such as a Golden Retriever or Husky should be brushed with a pin brush or slicker to remove any excess undercoat; for dogs with an excessive amount of undercoat, you may need an additional tool such as a rake-type brush to remove all the shedding coat.” Low shedding dogs with hair instead of fur, like the Maltese, need regular brushing with a slicker brush and a comb to prevent tangles and mats, which can be painful and lead to skin irritation, explains Ditto. “Short-haired dogs like Pointers or Bulldogs will benefit from regular brushing with a curry or rubber brush to remove old hair and keep the coat looking shiny and healthy.” Myth #3: Short-Haired Dogs Don’t Need Grooming Either Short-haired dogs need grooming in the form of nail trimming, ear cleaning and occasional baths, explains Ditto. “They also benefit from light brushing to remove shedding fur and evenly distribute the natural oils in their coat.” Myth #4: Grooming Can Replace Baths (or vice versa) The truth is that both grooming and baths are important. “Brushing is important for all kinds of dogs because it helps remove dead hair, dirt and dandruff,” says Laurel Birmingham, Director of Veterinary Health at the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA. “Bathing helps keep parasites off of your dog as well as helps you spot any lumps or bumps that may not be obvious under dry hair; and, of course, bathing helps with odor.” Myth #5: You Can Use Human Shampoo Human shampoo is not formulated for a dog’s skin and can affect the pH balance of their skin, according to Birmingham. “Even using human shampoo once can cause your dog to develop flaky, dry skin and rashes or bacterial skin infections,” Birmingham says. “There are many safe dog shampoos available that are specifically formulated with your dog’s delicate skin in mind.” Myth #6: Dogs Don’t Need Grooming in Winter Year-round grooming for dogs is very important, particularly in long-haired breeds or those who have thick undercoats, says Birmingham. “Winter brings snow, rain and mud, which can spell disaster for your dog’s fur, with matting and tangles galore,” Birmingham explains. Keeping up with grooming throughout winter will mean a much easier transition into spring and summer. Myth #7: Pets need baths only infrequently Bathing every week or two (a typical vet recommendation for pets with skin issues) not only helps your dog or cat shed less and smell better, but also works to help prevent or manage certain skin diseases. The key is to use the right shampoo, don't bath too often, and dry thoroughly. Diana Bocco Diana Bocco is a full-time writer and avid adventurer. She's gone hiking in Siberia, snorkeling in Thailand, and canoeing in the Mekong River. She also loves caves and has been known to get lost in one or five around the world. Diana's work has been published in the Discovery Channel website, Yahoo!, Popular Mechanics, and more. You can read more of her work on her website at www.dianabocco.com Proud member of the Cove Partners + Call us now ! Find us on the map Send us an email