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Selecting a Professional Cat Groomer

Most owners can easily handle the grooming needs of a shorthaired cat. However, longhaired varieties may require regular professional intervention. Most veterinarians keep lists of recommended groomers; a few even employ groomers on staff. Additional sources for recommendations include friends, reputable purebred dealers, and local cat clubs.

If your model has special needs (for instance, if it is geriatric or wary around strangers), make sure your choice is equipped to meet them. Visit the salon during business hours for an unscheduled inspection. Are the facilities clean? Is everything neat and orderly? Are cats segregated from dogs? What you pay will depend on the feline's condition and the complexity of the work.

CAUTION: Before taking your cat to a groomer, make sure your pet's vaccinations are current.

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Chapter 6: Cat Grooming

Intro: Cat Grooming Understanding Your Cat's Coat General Coat Maintenance for Cats Intro: General Coat Maintenance for Cats Cat Grooming Tools Selecting a Professional Cat Groomer Cat Grooming Techniques Grooming Techniques for Longhaired Cats Grooming Techniques for Shorthaired Cats Removing Mats and Tangles From Your Cat Bathing Your Cat Intro: Bathing Your Cat Cat Bathing Instructions, Part I Cat Bathing Instructions, Part II Taking Care of Your Cat's Nails Caring For Your Cat's Nails Declawing Your Cat Taking Care of Your Cat's Ears Taking Care of Your Cat's Eyes Taking Care of Your Cat's Teeth Intro: Taking Care of Your Cat's Teeth Brushing Your Cat's Teeth Removing Particles From Your Cat's Coat Cat Shedding Intro: Controlling Cat Hair in the Home Guidelines for Controlling Cat Hair Dealing With Cat Hair Balls

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You can check out groomers in your area in Catster Local.

purred by Jim Barcelona on Mar 20, 2008 AT 10:41 am PDT

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