The AAFP & ISFM put together a set of guidelines in 2011 to help veterinary practices become more feline friendly. Many of the tips are applicable to groomers, as well. Click here to access the online PDF version.
For cats that don’t want to roll on their side, this technique may work: 1) Press foot towards belly to start the roll 2) Press the leg towards belly to continue roll 3) Open up belly/groin for shaving
So now there’s an official study showing what we holistic groomers, indeed anyone bonded with cats, have known all along. Mind Your Moods, Cat Owners It’s imperative to keep your emotions & thoughts positive and calm while grooming. Your mental state, which I call vibrations, is a key part of the holistic whole.…
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“Physical punishment, even a light tap on the nose, increases your cat’s fear and anxiety. Some cats may even see it as a challenge, and become more aggressive.” ~Cornell Feline Health Center
I’d say he’s quite relaxed, post groom…. I used the orange guard on a Bravura. If I’d used the loud clipper vac, the cat might be more “even” but wouldn’t be so relaxed. The client, upon seeing her cat lolling on the table, commented on how much he loved me now than the 1st groom,…
HCGA members can enjoy a 2-for-1 free webinar tomorrow at 6:00 PM Eastern / 3:00 PM Pacific. Active members will be sent their confidential login information soon. We look forward to connecting with our members in this fun, educational way.