Pet salons and groomers make significant investments in high-quality tools and premium products. They continually advance their education, undergo training in animal behavior and prioritize thorough cleanliness between appointments to provide the best service for their clients.

Dogs with long, thick fur may need to be groomed every 4-6 weeks, while dogs with short or fine hair may only need to go every 8-12 weeks. It's important to keep up with your dog's grooming program as if left too long, their hair may become matted and cause irritation or infection and need to be shaven.

Otherwise, a grooming restraint can help. Most restraints have an adjustable metal bar over your dog's head and a leash-like loop to restrain their neck. Other designs have an extra loop on the rear side to stop your dog from jumping off the table.