Pekingese Grooming and Haircuts

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The Pekingese history, can be traced back to early China. Around the early 1900s the breed became popular in other countries in western regions, often proving popular with celebrities and the like. But what about today? Are you used to seeing the Pekingese Teddy Bear Cut or the Lion Cut. Perhaps you prefer a different style altogether for your Peke.

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This is a very popular dog breed, not only because of its cute appearance but also because of its temperament.

One could be excused for assuming that little toy dog varieties are also dainty and subdued.

Well, the Pekingese breed, while cute and dainty, is a very proud dog that carries itself assuredly and can be quite stubborn in a number of ways. But you can expect most Pekingese to be content to sit quietly around the house, preferably on a fluffy pillow.  However, bring out the toys and you will have a very playful, entertaining little dog on your hands. 

The somewhat sensitive Pekingese doesn’t take kindly to any kind of rough play so perhaps this breed is not so suitable around very young children. Watch your hands too if you decide that he has had enough to eat and go to remove his bowl before he has devoured the whole lot. 

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Should You Get a Dog?

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Providing the right home environment for a dog, or a cat or other pet, is paramount to his/her health and well-being. Adopting a dog or cat, for example, can be exciting but there are some things that need to be considered first. In this article, we will focus on the first-time dog owner and provide some useful guidelines.

As dog lovers and pet groomers, it’s very difficult to swallow the following statistics about the plight of animals in rescue shelters.

According to the ASPCA, animal shelters take in about 6 million dogs and cats annually. Unfortunately, only 4 million pets are adopted each year. It would be great if this number could increase and hopefully it has by the time you read this article.

So let’s explore what it takes to provide an appropriate home for a new dog, a dog that can be a happy client when he sees his groomer every couple of months.

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Dog Skin Allergy Symptoms & 4 Causes

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Are you worried because your dog is scratching constantly or chewing his paws until they are raw? You are not alone! I would wager that, like me, you have battled a skin problem with at least one dog in your time either as a pet owner or groomer. And more than likely, you have encountered a dog skin allergy with many puppies as well as adult dogs over the years.

I know from experience just how worrying it is to have to watch an agitated pet trying anything to get some relief, whether that be scratching, chewing or rubbing up against something.

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Yes, dog allergies can be a huge problem. Nobody wants to see their beloved pet miserable with the persistent discomfort that comes from scratching and itching and biting red, irritated skin areas. 

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How to Cut Dogs Hair with Clippers

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Do you have a dog breed that needs clipping every month or so? It is hard to beat that professional looking hairstyle when you collect your pooch from the groomers. However, if you sit down to work out the cost, over a few months, not to mention years, you might be staggered to see the total figure. If the total cost is a shock, you might like to learn how to cut dogs hair at home yourself.

And letting the hair grow a little longer between salon visits is not the answer. Neglected dog coats usually lead to matted hair which means that the time spent clipping ends up being longer than usual. 

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