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Originally Posted by armygirl65  Im takin Gizmo in for a puppy package tomorrow...bath, nail clippings, cut around paws and eyes to familiarize him with the whole ordeal. They told me 2-3 hours because he will probably get stresed out and this allows for breaks so he can remain calm. I dont know personally since this will be a first, but thats what i was told as well. Seems like a long time. And i have to pay an additional 14$ if i want to stay....isnt that rediculous |
If they are charging when you stay - don't leave your dog!! As a groomer I can tell you I have seen some "interesting" things in a grooming shop. Depending on the type of grooming your dog requires it can be anywhere from 1 - 2 hours TOPS! I've worked for places that cage the dogs and keep going back to them - I can say that the idea of putting a dog in the cage repeatedly is more stressful. If they stress on the grooming table it is the groomers responsibility to present a calm environment - not put the dog back in a cage then take it back out again to the same environment.
My advice is call around - look for a groomer that does one on ones (your dog is the only dog in the shop) You may pay a bit more but if your dog gets individual care and is in and out within a couple hours believe me it is worth it!! My clients LOVE my service. When their dog comes I give it my full attention - no other dogs are caged and barking creating stress.
Please - if you don't get a good feeling dont leave your dog!!