Cat Grooming

Because cats tend to take care of their own grooming, owners sometimes don’t realize that they can take a role in grooming their cat as well. They may even forget that cat grooming is not just up to the pets, but that cat grooming is a way of showing love and affection as well as caring for you cat’s health. Considering how fastidious cats are about cleanliness, cats and grooming go hand in hand.

There are a few cat grooming supplies that you’ll want to invest in so that you can help you pet keep clean and healthy. Cat clippers will keep their nails from getting too long and catching on clothes, skin, and furniture. There are many different kinds of cat brushes and combs so you can keep it inexpensive or you can spend a little more and give your cat a real grooming treat.

If you are unsure of how to get your cat to learn to love being groomed start off by calling him in a cheerful tone. When he comes to you, offer him a small treat and then start with some gentle petting. When your cat starts to purr, start off with a soft bristled brush. Begin with the out layers of fur gradually delving into the deeper thickness of his coat. If he learns to associate grooming with love and affection your cat will grow to love it. If you keep some brushes in various parts of the house you can take advantage of affectionate moments by having a brush handy and getting in some grooming time as well.

There are four main grooming supply centers in the Wiltshire/Somerset area. Kathverena Dog & Cat Groomers and Frome ‘n’ Groom are both located in Frome, Somerset. Alison Home and Pets is also conveniently located in Westbury, Wiltshire and you’ll find Glamour Pets close by on Westcombe Rd.

You’ll find these grooming supply centers handy if you are:

• Cat grooming near Buckland Dinham


• Cat grooming near Trowbridge


• Cat grooming near Mere


• Cat grooming near Ashwick


• Cat grooming near West Ashton


• Cat grooming near Great Elm


• Cat grooming near Norton, St. Philip


• Cat grooming near Berkley


• Cat grooming near Maiden Bradley


• Cat grooming near North Bradley


• Cat grooming near Bruton


• Cat grooming near Westwood


• Cat grooming near Mere

Once you have your grooming supplies you can make sure your cat gets the proper grooming attention. Not only will his coat look better but there will be less shedding on clothes and furniture. It will also lessen the incidences of hairballs showing up in inconspicuous places around your house!