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Pet grooming? Not always glamorous. Get DIY nail-clipping tutorials, bath-time tricks, and celeb groomer tips to keep your pet looking (and feeling) good.

Woman cleaning her Corgi dog's ears.

And how to safely help your pup at home.

Small orange kitten getting a bath.

Bathe your kitten safely and effectively.

Woman giving her Labrador dog a bath in the tub.

Hint: It’s probably less often than you’d think.

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Woman giving her dog a bath.

Dog baths should include dog bath products only. Here’s why.

Man giving his dog a bath at home.

They would prefer no bath at all, but we’re not asking them.

Young puppy being held in a towel after a bath.

How to spot-clean them instead.

bearded man gives his puppy a bath

Because nothing is cuter than a puppy bath.

dog with hair all around them on the floor

The hair is everywhere.

Healing stone on Cavalier spaniel dog.

Your pet can benefit from your self-care practices, from CBD to acupuncture. (Yep, you read that right.)

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Woman giving her puppy a bath at home.

Squirmy puppy, shampoo, water—quite the adventure.

Grey Scottish fold cat takes a bath with his owner.

Pro tip: Take things step by step.

A wheaten terrier getting a haircut to remove the hair from over his eyes

Tools to keep your pet looking so fresh and so clean, from bamboo hair brushes to biodegradable wipes.

Nicola Peltz Beckham and her chihuahua dog, Nana, who passed away.

Celebrity dog groomer Jess Rona shares some tips all pet parents should know.

Man holds his dog in his hands.

These little guys actually serve a huge role on your dog’s body.

cat hair loss

If your Persian is looking more like a Sphynx, underlying health conditions could be to blame for your cat’s hair loss.

A afghan hound standing in the woods with long silky hair.

It’s time for a self-care day.

Three eco-friendly pet grooming products displayed in a collage.

Package-free brushes, plant-based wipes, certified-organic shampoos, and more.

Woman petting her long haired cat on the sofa.

Ever heard of “walking dandruff?” Yep, that’s what we said.

Smiling woman wiping ears of dog

Heed all those cautionary tales about Q-tips.

bulldog in a collage with grooming products

Wash away all that grime and end their incessant scratching with a few drops.

Young woman takes husky dogs for a winter walk.

Tips for safe, snug, and happy paws this winter.

Arisa Thomas grooming a dog in LA.

A behind the scenes look at the fumbles, challenges, and everyday drama of professional dog grooming.

Young Asian woman brushing her cat's teeth.

You have to keep those pearly whites clean. Here are some suggestions for toothpaste that will do the trick.

Woman carefully cleaning a dog in a bathtub.

Spa days can happen at home.

A cat walking by a little box

I introduced my cat to an automatic litter box, and let’s just say it went off with multiple hitches.

A woman brushes a cat's hair.

Level up your grooming game.

Pug dog scooting on a wooden floor in the kitchenFunny dog enjoying scratching his bum on grass at public dog park.

A vet on what to do when “anal sacs go bad.”

Cat enjoying laying on girl's legs and being cuddled

Plus, expert advice on how to trim your cat’s nails at home.

A woman trimming a dog's nails

Five simple steps for trimming your dog’s nails at home.

Close up of red headed woman holding a black dog's face showing his teeth

Dogs can suffer from gum disease, too. Heres how to prevent it.

Cat with a toothbrush

Vets explain how fish-flavored toothpastes and nifty finger brushes can prevent more than tooth fur.

Dog Looking Away Against Sky

Veterinarian Dr. Shea Cox separates fact from fiction when it comes to low-shedding breeds.