Cosmo and Mimi Animal Care

07/05/2025

Summer is coming to Tunisia!

It's a good time to address dead coat build up from winter, to get your pet's coat in a position to properly regulate their body temperature as the weather gets warmer.

I offer different packages to help you and your pet to prepare for a hot summer.

🫧 Claws, face, sanitary trim + mini groom demo

✂️ Full groom + petowner groom demo

👩‍🏫 Customised lessons on how to maintain grooming at home, to prevent knots and matts...to prevent future pet discomfort.

Winter's Here – Time to Groom Your Cat!

As the weather cools down, our feline friends start to grow thicker coats to stay warm, but with that extra fluff comes the risk of mats and knots forming – in both short AND long haired cats.

Regular grooming through winter (and again in spring as they shed) is essential to keep their fur healthy and comfortable. Mats can pull on the skin, cause irritation, and even lead to infections if left unchecked. Brushing not only helps remove loose fur, but also keeps your cat feeling great and strengthens your bond.

Whether you're brushing at home or visiting a professional groomer, keeping on top of their coat care makes a big difference. A little effort now means a happy, mat-free kitty all season long!

Tip: Start slow, be gentle, and make grooming a relaxing routine – your cat will thank you! 😺

25/04/2025

I was walking a sensitive little canine buddy on the beach, when a larger dog came up and similar words were said to me.

My canine buddy is comfortable only with very well-behaved calm dogs his size or smaller.

These interactions can be used to communicate that it's not about meeting one dog's perceived needs: it's about respecting both dogs' needs and that of the other human.

Sometimes people will listen and take that on board, other times they will not. The most important thing is that you have expressed and upheld boundaries for your dog and looked after their wellbeing and safety.

Not every dog is another dog's readily available playmate. It's human responsibility to inform ourselves on how to meet our dogs' social and canine enrichment needs without harming anyone in the process. 🙏

17/04/2025

Meet Tonks!

He's a little fellow who found me on the street. Tonks had a fever, cat flu and smells exactly like my childhood garden guinea pig.

Liking, Subscribing and Sharing my YouTube channel helps me raise awareness and support to community, rescue and foster animals.

Hello, Tonks here! Aka the feline formerly known as Tots (Totoro). I've been renamed because I'm much more vocal than Totoro - I'm more of a honky-tonk due t...

28/02/2025

Watch out what you leave unattended on the kitchen counter....and who's unsupervised in the kitchen. 😉

There are several foods that are toxic to dogs, and it’s important to avoid giving them these items. Here are some of the most common ones:

Chocolate – Contains theobromine, which is toxic to dogs and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, and even death.

Grapes and Raisins – Can cause kidney failure in dogs, though the exact toxin is still unknown.

Onions and Garlic – These can damage a dog’s red blood cells and cause anemia.

Xylitol (artificial sweetener) – Found in sugar-free gum, candies, and baked goods, it can lead to low blood sugar and liver failure.

Alcohol – Even small amounts can cause vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, and central nervous system depression.

Avocado – Contains persin, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs.

Macadamia Nuts – These can cause weakness, tremors, and hyperthermia.

Caffeine – Found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks, caffeine can cause restlessness, rapid breathing, heart palpitations, and even death.

Raw dough or yeast – The dough can expand in the stomach and release alcohol, causing alcohol poisoning.

Cooked bones – They can splinter and cause choking or internal injuries.
Always be cautious about what your dog eats and keep these toxic foods well out of reach!

Always be cautious about what your dog eats and keep these toxic foods well out of reach!

11/02/2025

Cat acne is a disease in which the hair follicles, usually ones on a cat’s chin, produce too much keratin and become plugged. This results in red bumps, blackheads, and infected pimple-like lesions.
Initially, treatment may involve the use of oral or injectable antibiotics and topical shampoo or wipes.
Maintenance cleaning with chlorhexidine has been successful for many cats because it extends the amount of time between episodes and treatment.
Cleaning water and food dishes with increased frequency and a switch to stainless steel, glass, or ceramic dishes may also help for some cats.

25/01/2025

Are your pet's claws tapping the floors? Time for a trim. Regular nail trims:
- Prevent adverse effects on joints, posture and gait
- Get your pet used to his/her legs and paws being handled more often
- Help you check for any hidden nasties on their leg, feet, toes and in between paw pads

It is important to try and work with your pet to have it accept careful handling in sensitive areas. With careful regular handling, you build trust that will be invaluable in the event of injury, ill health or old age.

Contact me for information on learning sessions on pet handling 101 and petowner health checks.

Long claws on your pet can cause a variety of issues. When claws become too long, they can lead to discomfort, as the claws put additional pressure on the paws and cause the animal to shift its weight to avoid the pain. This altered weight distribution can change the pet's normal gait or walking pattern. For example, a dog with long claws may begin to walk on the side of their paws or avoid putting weight on certain toes, leading to potential joint strain or other issues over time. In more severe cases, long claws can cause injury by getting caught on surfaces, which may lead to painful tears or even infections. Regular nail trimming is essential to avoid these problems and maintain your pet’s comfort and mobility.

17/12/2024

Food and water bowl cleaning isn't the easiest responsibility to start, mentally! 😅

I do it by telling myself that providing clean, hygienic bowls addresses my animals' basic need for safe positive eating/drinking experiences and proper care that they cannot address themselves.

Turn on a feel-good party song, pull on some dishwashing gloves and make it easier by thinking of who bowl washing is helping: your pet's health and wellbeing...and your future vet bills. 😄

Every day! 😎👌

13/12/2024

The UK is the only country that offers proper specialised accredited training and qualifications in cat grooming. i.e. education that is regulated by a government entity.

It is also one of the few countries that offer proper government-accredited dog grooming qualifications.

It's for this reason that I completed a UK Diploma in Cat Grooming and Salon Management (in Liverpool and Cheshire!).

And am completing a UK Certificate in Dog Grooming and Styling (all practical training completed and assessments passed, in Devon 🥳).

I am trained in feline and canine emergency first aid and refresh my knowledge each time I care for a senior or special needs client.