A Dog Grooming Blog For Dog Lovers

​The greyhound belongs to a family of hunting dogs called sighthounds.  The slender, long legged sighthound hunts by spotting movement of a prey animal across a vast distance, then running the animal down with lightning speed. They greyhound, though, is a unique sighthound developed more for track racing than for hunting. Greyhound racing is a high-stakes, brutal industry that is fortunately being banned in more and more communities. 

​Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease in pets. It’s caused by worms (adults can reach as big as a foot in length) that live in the heart, lungs and associated blood vessels of affected pets causing sever lung disease, heart failure, and can result in damage to other organs in the body. Heartworm disease affects dogs, cats, and ferrets. We have heard of these worms in pets- but did you know heartworms also live in many other species of mammals including wolves, coyotes, foxes, sea lions and in rare instances, humans!

​Awareness is always key in prevention of emergencies, especially in the case of poison emergencies with our pets. In 2012, almost 91 percent of calls to Pet Poison Helpline involved calls involving dogs, and about half of those calls were for dogs that ingested human medications. It’s clearly wise to keep medications out of their reach, but there are many other common household substances that are toxic to dogs. Other common substances that are toxic to dogs include human foods, insecticides, rodenticides, and dietary supplements and vitamins.

Don’t turn your nose up at Fluffy’s bad breath! Foul mouth odor is usually your first sign that your pet needs a dental check up! Poor dental health for your pet can lead to a myriad of other health issues, aside from also being generally uncomfortable. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, more than 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease by age 3. Since we have domesticated the dog, their diet depends largely on us, and consequently, so does their dental hygiene. Daily care, as well as annual dental cleanings by a professional are just one way you can help Fluffy lead a healthier, longer life. 

​While walking your pet may seem healthy for obvious reasons, there’s a myriad of reasons why walking your pet is important for both you and your pet. It isn’t just about “potty breaks”, it also provides mental stimulation, physical exercise, a chance at socialization and opportunities for behavioral training. All these reasons aside, it fortifies the bond between dog and owner.

The miniature poodle is one of the most regal breeds. Standing at 10-15 inches and weighing roughly between 10-15 pounds they emit grace and elegance and are true aristocrats of the doggie world. The mini poodle has a graceful, small to medium sized frame with a rounded head and long muzzle, with oval eyes and close hanging ears. They have docked tails (optional) and compact, webbed feet. The coat is sometimes curly, sometimes corded or ribbed, and can be any solid color. There are many breed clips, but they are shown in a continental clip, but for pets the clip is based on owner preference.  They are smart, small and compact so they’re also ideal for any environment and their friendly, loyal disposition, plus low-allergen coat make them especially suitable for seniors and children.

The Chihuahua, charming, graceful and sassy! They are a member of the toy group and rank 33 out of 193 akc dog breeds. They weigh 6 lbs or less by breed standard (mixes often vary) and have an average life expectancy of 14-16 years! They are small dogs with enormous personality. The Chihuahua is a national symbol of Mexico and is one of the oldest breeds in America. The rounded apple head is a breed hallmark. They come in many colors and patterns, and there are both long hair and short hair varieties. They possess loyalty, charm, and believe they are much larger in stature than they really are. They are clever, so they require training as puppies. Their size and demeanor make them ideal city or country companions.

​Our well established grooming salon is looking for a full time bather. 

We are looking for someone passionate about working with animals and will perform great customer service. 

Experienced bather must have knowledge on handling dogs and cats in humane and safe way. Must know breed and coat types. Nail clipping and buffer, bathe and blow dry/out coats, ear plucking and cleaning as well as gland expression. Other responsibilities include maintaining the bathing and cage area cleaned, taking care of equipment, tools and inventory upkeep. 

Have no experience, but love animals and people? We are willing to train the right person. Qualities applicant must have, reliable, good customer service, work well with others and eager to learn. 

We look forward to hearing from you! 

Back by popular demand, this year is our 2nd Dog Halloween Contest! Beginning on Sunday, October 13th you can enter your dog into the contest. To make things fun, there are 3 costume categories in which your dog can compete.

Category 1: Most Scary
Category 2: Most Unique / Original
Category 3: Funniest

​This tenacious four legged friend originally hails from Germany, although it is ranked #12 in popularity among dog breeds in the US.  They belong to the hound group, although their appearance is slightly different than their fellow hounds. It’s this unique short legged, long body style that has made the breed iconic among dogs. Although they are short in stature, they make up for the height difference with big personalities. There are two different sizes of dachshund, 3 coat types, and an assortment of color variations making them very versatile in appearance. The standard dachshund is 8-9 inches in height, and 5-6 for miniature dachshunds. They weigh between 16-32 pounds in standard size or less than 11 for miniatures with a life expectancy of 12-16 years.