Jessica Micallef
Our furry friends will soon be pampered pooches.
Premier Daniel Andrews announced earlier this month that pet grooming premises, excluding mobile vans, can start providing contactless animal grooming in metropolitan Melbourne from September 28.
All pet grooming services were forced to shut down under stage four restrictions.
RSPCA Victoria chief executive Liz Walker said the animal charity and other animal welfare agencies had been advocating for grooming services to reopen.
“RSPCA Victoria understands that many pet owners will be relieved to know they can again access grooming services for domestic animals,” she said.
“Grooming is an essential form of care for some breeds such as double coated and long-haired animals, in order to prevent adverse welfare outcomes, such as matting, which can cut off blood supply to extremities and cause significant skin conditions.”
Ms Walker said the animal grooming was more important than ever during the spring season
“Animals go through their spring moult, grass seed prevalence increases, flea activity increases and seasonal allergies are aggravated,” she said.
“We will work through what this announcement means for our operations and advise our grooming customers.
“In the interim, RSPCA Victoria’s website provides grooming tips and guidance, however anyone with concerns should contact their veterinarian for advice.”
Details: rspcavic.org/
