With my yorkie I chose that I was going to do the grooming myself. Of course I did a massive amount of research on what needs to be done and spent a small fortune on supplies (nice, quality grooming stuff can be expensive). I bought some good clippers (not the cheapy human clippers...I'm talking $200) as well as other stuff. I know over the long run I will save money by doing it myself BUT I most enjoy the bonding between me and my dog. It is great to see him trust me with all of it and it can certainly be a lot. My roommate has a yorkie that she gets groomed and I know she complains a lot about the cost. |