With many pet owners choosing to keep exotic pets, grooming services for these pets are now being offered. Small pets such as guinea pigs, rabbits, and ferrets benefit from professional grooming services. One common grooming regimen that these pets share is regular nail trimming. Some will also need some coat thinning occasionally.

Long-haired guinea pigs can benefit from regular dematting, coat thinning, ear cleaning, and occasional baths. Ferrets, with their distinct musky odor, also need a bath once in a while since frequent bathing can dry out their skin and coat. They will also require ear cleaning since they are prone to buildup of earwax. Since they are prone to plaque buildup, ferrets need particular attention to their dental health.

Although you can do most of these at home, you can also choose to bring your pet to the groomer’s where more specialized care and services are extended to your pet. This may come in handy if you don’t have time to take care of your pet’s grooming needs. You can also ask the groomer or your vet to show you how certain grooming procedures are done including proper nail trimming and ear cleaning.

Know more about your pet’s grooming needs by consulting with your Golden Valley animal hospital. Find out more here.