What is Kannapolis near? I am horrible with the area bc I have only lived here for three years! Sorry!
As far as what to look for... honestly I havent had any problems, so I cant really say anything from experience except that Tino got a BAD haricut and we are still growing out his hair on his face!!! But other people have complained mainly abt groomers being rough with their babies and their yorkies coming home afraid... one of our members yorkie started hating to ride in the car after the trip to the groomer. Then I have heard stories of groomers letting someone other than the owner pick up the dog and come to find out it was stolen!
I think I would call around and make sure that you tell them that you have never used a groomer and that your yorkie hasnt been to one either and never been left alone and that you dont feel comfortable leaving him. I make sure they know that I am completely neurotic bc then they will know that there will be hell to pay if anything happens to my baby. I even tell them that this is my CHILD! I don't care if they think I'm crazy!
Another option is mobile grooming. I tried this a few times too. The reason why I stopped was bc of the temp in her van this winter...way too cold! But at least you could see if you can sit in the van while she grooms.
If you are not too far from me, I can refer you to the people that I am going to use. I also know of a woman in Greenville, SC that has been highly recommended by one of my friends!
p.s.... My groomer does let me bathe mine at home and bring them in for the stuff that I don't do! I prefer to bathe & dry at home bc I don't trust anyone else with a blow dryer on Tino. Plus giving weekly baths is one of the highlight of my week! They love getting all clean and pretty! BTW... she does cut me a break on the cost! |