What can be done to manage your pet’s coat to maintain the best condition?

Grooming your pet is the best way to keep their coat healthy and looking its best.

Grooming stimulates the hair follicles and skin, encouraging hair regrowth. It also improves circulation and helps remove dandruff and dead skin cells. By making grooming a regular part of your pet’s routine, you’ll likely see improvements in their skin and coat quality.

Regular grooming also helps you spot any skin changes or abnormalities early. Plus, if any pesky parasites are present, grooming can help remove them or allow you to seek appropriate treatment for your pet.

For cats, grooming is particularly important because it helps reduce hairballs by manually removing loose hair.

If grooming alone doesn’t improve your pet’s skin or coat, there might be an underlying cause such as allergies or other medical conditions. If you’re concerned, don’t hesitate to contact your veterinary practice to discuss further.

Grooming time is also a good opportunity to check your pet’s claws to make sure they’re healthy and problem-free.

As pets get older, they may find it harder to keep themselves clean due to arthritis, dental issues, or decreased activity. Providing extra care, including grooming, helps prevent mats and keeps their face and sensitive areas clean.

If your senior cat needs some extra help, you can book an appointment with a registered nurse at a Cat Clinic for specialised care.