Please be advised that most dogs are requiring a much longer groom time than usual.
ClientWarning
Please book long enough for your required groom. For poodle x breeds, please understand that most of the time we are having to clip off thick, matted coats because they are too painful for the dog to brush out. If you are not sure then please ask advice before booking.
Please note that most dogs are taking much longer than usual to be groomed due to very thick or matted coats. It has not been possible to brush out as usual and clipping short is the recommended option to avoid hurting the dog.
Clipping Services offered
We always hope to achieve what is required but have noticed there is a large difference in both communication of and interpretation of verbal instructions. Therefore, to achieve a satisfactory clip of all dogs it is helped if on or prior to the first appointment the following can be done:
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A photo is provided of the dog now and a photo of what the owner is hoping to achieve.
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Any previous grooming experiences.
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Any issues such as matting, dog anxiety or reactivity must be fully explained as this will affect what can be achieved or the time it takes.
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If for whatever reason, the dog is not brushed between grooms the groomer is informed as this affects the state of the coat and the willingness of the dog to be brushed. The clients desired outcome may in this instance not be achievable.
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Clients to be aware that the final 10% of the groom is what distinguishes between a polished, uniform clip with attention to detail and a groom which looks choppy, rough and uneven. This is especially true of dogs that are anxious and move about extensively during the groom. If not enough time is booked the groomer will find it very hard to finish all to a high standard.
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If there is insufficient time booked for everything requested to be done, the groomer will not complete 100% of the dog. Rather than presenting at finish a 100% dog at 50% completion; the groomer will always provide a 100% quality groom and but may only complete 50% of the dog for example. Where the groomer's reputation is based upon how others view the visual outcome, the finished presentation of a part groomed dog must reflect the lack of time rather than the lack of groomers skills.
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