December Grooming Tip of the month

by Claudia Loomis

Does Fluffy smell not-so-fresh and you have no money in the budget for a trip to the groomer or time in the day to give them a bath?

Here are a few quick tips to get your pet smelling fresh and clean for the holidays:

Clean your pet’s ears and brush their teeth. Wax buildup in the ear canal and tarter and plaque on teeth can be only be a source of odor but can lead to bigger problems such as ear infections and dental disease. I few minutes spent cleaning out wax from ears and brushing teeth will help your pets smell better keep them healthy. Mystic Ear Cleaner from Chris Christensen does a great job in cleaning ears. Petzlife dental spray and tooth gel are amazing products that can reduce series plague buildup.

Try a waterless shampoo; there are many varieties to choose from. One of my favorites is Chris Christensen’s OC Magic Foam. OC Magic Foam is applied like a mousse and worked through the coat. You can either towel or blow dry. OC Magic foam has optical brighteners that put a nice shine on the coat.

If you do not even have time for a waterless bath, a great idea is to quickly spritz your dog with an odor remover like Miracle Air or XO Natural Organic Cleaner. These are perfectly safe to use on pets and very effective in eliminating that doggy smell.

Finally, when all else fails and your guests are just about to arrive, you can always simply spray a little pet cologne on your pet, this should make them smell sweeter for the duration of your party. Cherrybrook carries a number of brands and scents of cologne.