Grooming, Lodging, and Non-Stop Pampering!
Reception
Monday-Friday
7:30am to 5:30pm
 Saturday
9:00am to 5:00pm Sunday
6:00pm to 6:30pm For lodging
pick-up only.
Doggy Day Care
Monday - Friday
6:30am to 6:30pm
Saturday8:00am to
6:00pm
637 Loudon Road
Latham, NY 12110
518.783.5506
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Coat:
Brush your pet thoroughly every day. This helps keep his or her hair in good condition by removing dirt, spreading the natural oils throughout the coat, preventing tangles from forming, and keeping the skin clean and free from irritation.
It is best to start brushing your pet at an early age, but do not despair if he or she is an older animal. It is possible to train one to enjoy grooming. Proceed slowly, and be sure to use treats and plenty of praise to make the experience fun!
Ears:
Ear care is an important part of grooming. Ear infection can not only be painful, but lead to permanent hearing loss. The signs of a problem with a companion animal's ears include redness, constant scratching, head shaking, and odor.
How to clean your pet's ears:
Check your companion animal's ears twice per month. The skin inside and on the flaps should be pale pink. If there is a foul odor and/or any red, brown, or black skin, have a veterinarian examine your pet's ears. Moisten a cotton ball with warm water or a little mineral oil and use it to clean the opening into the canal and the flaps. DO NOT probe to deeply into the canal.
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Bathing:
Bathe your companion animal once every two months, or as often as needed. Be sure to brush him or her before bathing to get all of the mats out of his or her coat.
How to Bathe Your Pet:
-Place a rubber mat in your bathtub, or a towel in your sink, for secure footing. Then place a cotton ball into each of your companion's ears to prevent water from entering.
-Rinse your pet with warm water. Use a spray hose if one is available, but be sure to keep the nozzle very close to your companion animal's body. Never spray him or her in the face.
-Apply a shampoo designed especially for pets in small ammounts, working from the head to the tail. Be sure to clean the rectum, between the toes, behind the ears, and under the chin. Try to avoid getting shampoo into your companion animal's eyes.
-Thoroughly rinse your pet with warm water.
-Dry your companion animal with a towel and/or hair dryer. |
