When I was growing up I was not allowed to carry in my arms with a dog or with a cat if if was not clean. I was not even permitted to bring pets inside the house for fear it might have fleas and can get transmitted to someone. This is how I became so obsessed in bathing the dog and the cat so that I could bring them inside the house. I knew that when they are clean, my family could not find any excuse for me not to carry or play with them at home. I love dogs and cats and bathing and grooming them is a matter of affection in addition to the correct hygiene they need to have.
I like when my pets are healthy and happier. I can enjoy their company with little health issue to worry about. Dogs and cats love when people give them the attention they need; project good positive energy; having them freshly groomed; smelling good with hair and nails properly made and not just counting on giving them good diet. When a pet is well groomed, owners spend more time with them which is great in building a strong relationship.