Keep your dog happy, cool and pest free this summer!

With summer approaching FAST...here's some tips to keep your dog the happiest and healthiest this summer!

 Bella Mid Groom!

 Bella looks so CUTE with her haircut!

Sweet Luna after a "summer cut" and a Dogtown Bandana

Grooming: Most dog breeds are less heat-tolerant than humans. We sweat, but they don’t have many sweat glands and must pant to lower their body temperature—not nature’s most efficient cooling mechanism. Dogs with heavy double coats or short flat faces suffer even more when the temperature rises. However, any dog can suffer from the effects of heat, sun, and humidity, and any dog  can benefit from a good grooming  to stay healthy and comfortable all summer long.

Baths:
Regular summer baths are the best ways to keep your dog pest-free, odor-free, and beautiful. This important addition to brushing and combing takes pests off your dog in the old-fashioned, chemical-free way: by rinsing them off. It also keeps your dog’s coat in good condition by keeping it clean. A dirty coat not only attracts pests but also won’t protect your dog from sun and heat as well as a clean, shiny coat with good air circulation over healthy skin.

Nail Trims:

All dogs need a nail trim, its a basic necessity. It is very important that nails are kept short. Nails that are left to grow too long are uncomfortable for the dog and it may be painful for him to walk. Dew claws that are left to grow may grow back into the leg of the dog or may catch in things and be ripped out.

                                                                                                             

Our groomer Michelle will be taking extra appointments for grooming every Thursday. If you are interested in getting your dog groomed, please contact grooming@dogtownaustin.com to set up a time to come in. Also make sure to mention if you are interested in a bath or nail trim during your pups daycare or boarding stay! Prices located at: http://www.dogtownaustin.com/otherservices.html