Some grooming needs are really medical needs. Dogs with allergies or skin infections often need prescription-strength medicated baths on a set schedule, and overgrown nails, dirty ears, and impacted anal glands cause genuine discomfort when neglected.
Our team handles these services with clinical attention — spotting ear infections, skin lesions, and lumps a groomer might miss — and gentle handling for dogs who find the process stressful.
Hygiene services
- Medicated and therapeutic baths
- Nail trims, including for wiggly and anxious dogs
- Ear cleaning and infection checks
- Anal gland expression
- Sanitary trims around wounds and hot spots
What to expect
Medicated baths follow the prescription: correct dilution, required contact time, and full rinsing, with a skin check at every session. Nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression are quick add-ons to any visit — and our team handles anxious dogs with patience, not force.
Frequently asked questions
How often should my dog be bathed?
For most dogs, about twice a month — more strips coat oils and dries skin. The exception is itchy or allergic dogs, where weekly medicated bathing with cool water is itself a treatment. Hot water makes itch worse; cool or lukewarm is the rule.
How do I know if my dog's anal glands need attention?
Scooting, licking under the tail, a fishy odor, or sudden discomfort sitting. Some dogs never need help; others need regular expression. Swelling or a draining sore near the anus means an abscess — that needs same-day care, not a routine expression.
Why do my dog's nails matter so much?
Overgrown nails change how the paw meets the ground, straining toes and joints — and long-term, they contribute to arthritis pain. If you hear clicking on the floor, they're due. We can trim even the wiggliest patients and show you the technique.
Ready to schedule?
Request an appointment at our Glendale clinic or call our team — we serve pets and their people across the surrounding communities.