Pet Grooming in Jensen Beach

Jensen Beach's groomers range from neighborhood salons and pet spas to self-serve dog washes and mobile vans that work from your driveway. A full groom usually covers a bath, haircut, nail trim and ear cleaning; most groomers also offer bath-only visits, de-shedding and quick tidy-ups between full grooms.

Heat, humidity and the water

Florida's heat and humidity keep thick coats damp, which can lead to hot spots and skin infections, and sand and salt water from the Atlantic and the Indian River add to it after a day on the water. Rinse your dog with fresh water afterward, brush out any sand or debris, and ask your groomer to dry the coat fully and point out irritated skin. Book summer appointments early in the day, never leave your dog in the car, and for double-coated breeds such as huskies, shepherds and golden retrievers, ask for a de-shed rather than a shave: the undercoat protects them from heat and sunburn.

Permits, license and rabies

Jensen Beach is served by Martin County, and the county's animal ordinance sets the rules. Under the county code, a dog four months or older must be currently vaccinated against rabies, licensed and collared. Dogs need a Martin County license tag by the time they reach six months, or within 30 days of arriving in the county, and each tag registration is valid for one year. Tags are sold by participating veterinarians, the county's designated impoundment facility, or any branch of the Martin County Tax Collector. Florida law also requires rabies vaccination from four months old, and groomers will ask for proof.

The county code also sets rules for grooming. It defines a grooming establishment as any place of business, stationary or mobile, that accepts private pets for bathing, clipping, dipping, pedicure or related services. These businesses must meet county minimum standards, including posting the name and phone number of the establishment's veterinarian, and they are subject to inspection by the county's Animal Services Unit. Training and experience vary, so ask how long the groomer has worked, where they trained, and whether they groom your breed often. Before the first visit:

• Tell the groomer about your dog's health, age and temperament.
• Ask how dogs are dried; if a cage dryer is used, someone should check the dog often.
• Ask which vaccines they require, and reschedule if your dog is coughing.
• If the coat is badly matted, ask about a short clip rather than hours of brushing out.

Heat and storm season

Martin County's code lists leaving an animal unattended in a motor vehicle under circumstances that endanger it among its acts of animal cruelty, so never leave your dog in the car, and book appointments early in the day in summer. Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30: keep your dog's license tag on its collar and its vaccine records in a waterproof bag, and plan where your dog will stay before a storm. Book grooming well before a forecast storm, since salons fill up and close ahead of landfall.

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