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ReconsMomma · 07-01-2005, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by KC Cutie

It eased my mind that I didn't have to leave her with strangers....even though I know....hope....the groomers are professionals and wouldn't mistreat her.

I personally even though I am a groomer would NEVER leave my dog with the groomer without making a surprise visit. I do not want to panic anyone here but there are some really mean groomers out there. I have a lab that comes in for baths every month and his dad told me that when he would take max to the old groomer it was like he was taking him in to be murdered. But now that max comes to me, his dad can almost open the truck door and max will run right in to me. He loves me. But I love him to. I always treat the dogs taht come to me as if they were my own. I think all groomers should be like that. But sad to say they arent. Be careful and ask for references.

rnnw62 · 07-01-2005, 01:08 AM

The lady that grooms Teddy is a very nice lady. The first time he
was groomed he did wonderfully for them but I did that time leave
the store. The next time however I wanted to just hang around to
see the process and he saw me and got really strung out to the
point she accidently knicked his nose. She felt horrible and I felt
even worse so she suggested to me that it would probably be
easier for him to not see me if possible. She didn't out right tell me
I had to leave but I personally felt that I didn't want this to become
something unpleasant for him and being there is that super large
window I didn't see anyway that he wouldn't see me. I should
have clarified that better in my first post.

ReconsMomma · 07-01-2005, 01:18 AM

Oh ok. I can understand then. Makes sense.

I also wanted to add my email to this post just incase some one has a grooming question that they want answered right away. I sometimes dont check alot of the posts on here and really want to help out where I can when it comes to this subject.

My email is: compassionatecanines@yahoo.com

feel free to email me. Let me know who you are on here too if you would please so I know.

rnnw62 · 07-01-2005, 01:29 AM

Your thoughts and advice are very much appreciated!
I think for many of us the grooming process is something
we know little if anything about until we are actually
faced with it and even then it is still rather confusing.
Thanks so much for your help to make this a little easier
to understand as I have read your other posts on this thread
and they were very helpful to me.

Stitches29 · 07-01-2005, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by KC Cutie

I was a little disappointed with Sophie's first visit to the groomer. I took her to Petsmart. They did a great job, but they would not cut any of the hair on her back or legs. They said she shouldn't have her hair cut until she was an adult because it would ruin her adult hair. They have a puppy special (up to 5 months of age) just to get them use to going to the groomer. They trimmed the hair around her feet, face, and bum...and of course, she got the cute little bow. It was only $15.00, so I guess I can't complain, but she is getting so shaggy. ha They must have used some special conditioner because she was very soft afterwards.

Is the 'cutting puppy hair will ruin their adult hair' speal true? If so, at what age should they begin? (Sophie's 3 1/2 months.)

I don't know about the adult coat, but this I do. Maggie went to the groomer at 4 months. She got a puppy cut which included trimming of all hair, ear hair plucked, lower tummy fuzz shaved, nails, scissor cut on head, face and paws. Her groomer only charged me $10. I for sure couldn't argue with that. I was very pleased, since she was having a major case of spriggly hair.

Stitches29 · 07-01-2005, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by ReconsMomma

I personally even though I am a groomer would NEVER leave my dog with the groomer without making a surprise visit. I do not want to panic anyone here but there are some really mean groomers out there. I have a lab that comes in for baths every month and his dad told me that when he would take max to the old groomer it was like he was taking him in to be murdered. But now that max comes to me, his dad can almost open the truck door and max will run right in to me. He loves me. But I love him to. I always treat the dogs taht come to me as if they were my own. I think all groomers should be like that. But sad to say they arent. Be careful and ask for references.

When I looking for a groomer, I would go to the establishments (without Maggie) and observe people and their pets coming in. If more than one pet acted scared or tried to hold on to the door facings, I would scratch that one off the list. I finally found one, and would hate to lose her. She sounds a lot like you.

red98vett · 07-01-2005, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Stitches29

When I looking for a groomer, I would go to the establishments (without Maggie) and observe people and their pets coming in. If more than one pet acted scared or tried to hold on to the door facings, I would scratch that one off the list. I finally found one, and would hate to lose her. She sounds a lot like you.

That is SUCH good advise - When Chanel had a really bad grooming experiece - a groomer was too rough with her - she got scared of even going in the CAR !!

So we took a day - just me and her - and we went and cold called on 4 different NEW groomers and I let her walk around - meet them - then we left ...after doing this she got over her fear of leaving in the car AND she went to a nice groomer and though she didn't do a great job either - I know I can trust her -

We are STILL looking for a good groomer ...Chanel is 3 now - does that tell you anything about how HARD it is to find a good one ? In the meantime - I groom them myself.

txshopper73 · 07-01-2005, 10:45 AM

I wouldn't do it. The hair can also grow back uneven.

Sydney'sMom · 07-01-2005, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ReconsMomma

They told me this in grooming school. For some reason the hair will not grow back the same until they are older. I really dont remeber why though. The teachers just said do not cut the back hair unless the owner demands it be done.

So did I ruin my puppy?

I gave her her first haircut at 3 months (she badly needed it). I haven't noticed a difference though. The top of her head is white now...but that was already happening before I cut the black hair off.

LoveMyBaby · 07-01-2005, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by ReconsMomma

If the groomer wont let you be in there ask why. If one of the pet parents wants to stay with me while I take care of thier dog that is fine. If the dog gets excited because its parents are there then I ask them if they would mind browsing the store. If they do mind then I do my best and explain that it might not be perfect but at least they were comfortable.

will you consider coming to NYC and grooming my baby!!

ha wishful thinking ... a lot of places ive seen around nyc suggest the owner not be present due to distractions... i can completely understand that but i just dont feel comfy leaving him alone ... would you by chance know of any good groomers in nyc? by chanceeeee??????

AMANDA85 · 07-01-2005, 12:39 PM

Noah had his first trip to the groomer last wednesday, and I was so nervous all day before hand. You see, my fiance had dropped him off since I got tied up at work. Well apparently the lady at the front desk doesn't follow directions because my fiance told me that he told them to keep him how he was just a little shorter. So when I go to pick my baby up, I wanted to cry. He looks NOTHING like he did when I saw him earlier that morning. They cut my poor baby boy like a schnouzer (no idea how to spell that). He has absolute no fur left. I miss my rough, scruffy puppy. I get upset looking at pictures from before because I can't help but think about how he is supposed to look. I know it will grow out in no time, but I am still upset about it. He has no hair above his eyes at all. I will try to post before and after pictures when I get the chance so you all can see what I am talking about. He looks like a completely different puppy. I still love him the same, but just can't help but hate his first hair cut.

07-01-2005, 01:08 AM	#17
rnnw62 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Gilbert, Arizona Posts: 1,610	The lady that grooms Teddy is a very nice lady. The first time he was groomed he did wonderfully for them but I did that time leave the store. The next time however I wanted to just hang around to see the process and he saw me and got really strung out to the point she accidently knicked his nose. She felt horrible and I felt even worse so she suggested to me that it would probably be easier for him to not see me if possible. She didn't out right tell me I had to leave but I personally felt that I didn't want this to become something unpleasant for him and being there is that super large window I didn't see anyway that he wouldn't see me. I should have clarified that better in my first post. __________________ Shelly, Teddy, Toby,Hanne & Indigo

07-01-2005, 01:29 AM	#19
rnnw62 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Gilbert, Arizona Posts: 1,610	Your thoughts and advice are very much appreciated! I think for many of us the grooming process is something we know little if anything about until we are actually faced with it and even then it is still rather confusing. Thanks so much for your help to make this a little easier to understand as I have read your other posts on this thread and they were very helpful to me. __________________ Shelly, Teddy, Toby,Hanne & Indigo

07-01-2005, 10:45 AM	#23
txshopper73 Donating YT 14K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 14,226 Blog Entries: 1	I wouldn't do it. The hair can also grow back uneven. __________________ As always...JMO (Just My Opinion) Kimberley

07-01-2005, 01:18 AM	#18
ReconsMomma BANNED! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Janesville WI Posts: 2,483	Oh ok. I can understand then. Makes sense. I also wanted to add my email to this post just incase some one has a grooming question that they want answered right away. I sometimes dont check alot of the posts on here and really want to help out where I can when it comes to this subject. My email is: compassionatecanines@yahoo.com feel free to email me. Let me know who you are on here too if you would please so I know.

07-01-2005, 12:39 PM	#26
AMANDA85 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 15	Noah had his first trip to the groomer last wednesday, and I was so nervous all day before hand. You see, my fiance had dropped him off since I got tied up at work. Well apparently the lady at the front desk doesn't follow directions because my fiance told me that he told them to keep him how he was just a little shorter. So when I go to pick my baby up, I wanted to cry. He looks NOTHING like he did when I saw him earlier that morning. They cut my poor baby boy like a schnouzer (no idea how to spell that). He has absolute no fur left. I miss my rough, scruffy puppy. I get upset looking at pictures from before because I can't help but think about how he is supposed to look. I know it will grow out in no time, but I am still upset about it. He has no hair above his eyes at all. I will try to post before and after pictures when I get the chance so you all can see what I am talking about. He looks like a completely different puppy. I still love him the same, but just can't help but hate his first hair cut.