Is this a new rule?

[Tinker'sMommy]

If you go to the petsmart I think you go to in Killeen , they do require written proof of their shots being up to date especially the rabies That is where I have taken my dogs for their grooming and they always ask.

[addicted]

Originally Posted by Keno

we have to have a tag on the dog's harness proving she had a rabies shot ...

for grooming?

[Tiggerwit]

Originally Posted by yorkiegirl83

I just attach it to a clip that I change from harness to harness on Kenzie, she's the only one it bothers.

Alphy has one too I got it at Petco. I sent my SB one

[lilbumbleybees]

we require proof of all shots and rabies for ANY dog to come through for anything at our groom shop. It's a liability if we don't and something were to happen. I keep my guy's tags on a keyring in my purse so they are always with me. That, and I have no patience for those huge tags and much less changing them from collar to collar for 6 different dogs everyday (my dogs combined have well over 100 collars haha). But it is smart of them to do that. They have to watch out for themselves, the other dogs they are tending to, as well as your dog's safety. It's really not a big deal at all.

[daisy mae06]

Two weeks ago I took Pixie in to Petsmart for her training Class. We had a Coupon to try the Nail trim There. So I used it.
When I went in she asked for her Papers??? I was Like WTF I have her tag right here. " No Mam we need her papers" HUH?

I agree they should be UTD but I Will NOT carry papers ON me at all times!

Well because I was there for class the Trainer came in a told her I was ok that she had seen the papers

I was not happy that they made a Huge deal out of this.
But I did get her nails done for free and she did a good Job. and got a great tip

( BTW they never knew I had a coupon till I went up front to pay.)

[lilbumbleybees]

Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

grooming takes time...takes so long for a good bath and all the extras they do, drying completely, brushing out, and haircut. If a dog is matted or won't be still, it takes even more time. I think three hours is very reasonable. And groomers have to make money...it's hard work to be a groomer...not just playing all day with puppies like some people think. You can get some really hard to handle dogs, aggressive dogs, nervous dogs, dirty dogs, matted dogs, flea/tick-covered dogs....groomers get bitten and scratched. It's hard work to be a good groomer.

THANK YOU! It's about time someone understood that. As much as I love my job and yes I get to cuddle with some precios dogs, it is NOT alway easy and not all of the dogs are always great. nor are they always in good shape AT ALL. Bathing takes time, drying takes time, and when we're doing 25-30 dogs a day, NO we can't get your dog done in 30 minutes, not even a 4lb one. It's a busy, tough job. Every bit rewaring though! Especially since my babies go to work with me everyday!! YAY! haha

[daisy mae06]

Originally Posted by lilbumbleybees

THANK YOU! It's about time someone understood that. As much as I love my job and yes I get to cuddle with some precios dogs, it is NOT alway easy and not all of the dogs are always great. nor are they always in good shape AT ALL. Bathing takes time, drying takes time, and when we're doing 25-30 dogs a day, NO we can't get your dog done in 30 minutes, not even a 4lb one. It's a busy, tough job. Every bit rewaring though! Especially since my babies go to work with me everyday!! YAY! haha

You should Try People hair LOL They Talk back hahahah

[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by lilbumbleybees

THANK YOU! It's about time someone understood that. As much as I love my job and yes I get to cuddle with some precios dogs, it is NOT alway easy and not all of the dogs are always great. nor are they always in good shape AT ALL. Bathing takes time, drying takes time, and when we're doing 25-30 dogs a day, NO we can't get your dog done in 30 minutes, not even a 4lb one. It's a busy, tough job. Every bit rewaring though! Especially since my babies go to work with me everyday!! YAY! haha

Sometimes the 4lb ones take longer than the 40lb ones

[Yorkiekids]

My groomer made me bring in shot records the first time I went to her. I was impressed.

[livingdustmops]

Originally Posted by daisy mae06

Two weeks ago I took Pixie in to Petsmart for her training Class. We had a Coupon to try the Nail trim There. So I used it.
When I went in she asked for her Papers??? I was Like WTF I have her tag right here. " No Mam we need her papers" HUH?

I agree they should be UTD but I Will NOT carry papers ON me at all times!

Well because I was there for class the Trainer came in a told her I was ok that she had seen the papers

I was not happy that they made a Huge deal out of this.
But I did get her nails done for free and she did a good Job. and got a great tip

( BTW they never knew I had a coupon till I went up front to pay.)

I agree they should be asking for papers as it does give some description of the dog..anyone can use any tags on a dog. In fact many times I have put the wrong harness on the wrong dog when I have gone for a walk. I realize if I bring in two yorkies the description could fit either dog but at least it narrows it down. Also I would want to know that the groomer is looking out for the best interst of all dogs that come to the groomers and make sure they have their shots etc. It is a safety question IMO.

[charly]

I was at petsmart 3 weeks ago for Rockies nails to be clipped and they ask the same question about his papers. They should ask for the papers only when the pups are getting groomed I thought ?. Well ,I told the clerk Rockie was only there for his nail clipping and she said ok. I do not know if thats the same policy at all petsmarts; but I will be checking today.

[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by charly

I was at petsmart 3 weeks ago for Rockies nails to be clipped and they ask the same question about his papers. They should ask for the papers only when the pups are getting groomed I thought ?. Well ,I told the clerk Rockie was only there for his nail clipping and she said ok. I do not know if thats the same policy at all petsmarts; but I will be checking today.

A dog can bite while you're trimming its nails too. Requiring proof of rabies isn't really to protect other dogs; it's to protect people from getting rabies

[kalina82]

i walked out of a grooming place that didn't ask for or require vaccine papers on dogs. I don't want to leave morgan there if the other dogs there do not have proof of rabies, distemper and bordatella. distemper and bordatella are spread thru respiratory secretions and rabies is spread thru saliva and biting. it only takes once sneeze of an infected dog (who may not be showing signs of sickness) for morgan to get sick, even if she's just in there for 5 minutes getting her nails trimmed.

now i don't get morgan the bordatella vaccine so i do her grooming myself. its just not safe to leave pets are boarding or grooming facilities if they do not ask for proof of vaccination. Its a huge liability for them, more should ask for vaccine proof if they want to save their butts.

[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by kalina82

i walked out of a grooming place that didn't ask for or require vaccine papers on dogs. I don't want to leave morgan there if the other dogs there do not have proof of rabies, distemper and bordatella. distemper and bordatella are spread thru respiratory secretions and rabies is spread thru saliva and biting. it only takes once sneeze of an infected dog (who may not be showing signs of sickness) for morgan to get sick, even if she's just in there for 5 minutes getting her nails trimmed.

now i don't get morgan the bordatella vaccine so i do her grooming myself. its just not safe to leave pets are boarding or grooming facilities if they do not ask for proof of vaccination. Its a huge liability for them, more should ask for vaccine proof if they want to save their butts.

I don't really understand why so many people complain about having to show proof of vaccinations for grooming or even a nail trim - I too wouldn't want to take my dog to a grooming place that didn't require their clients to be vaccinated.

[mirobie]

I have mine vaccinated not just for their protection but for mine as well. Someone mentioned to me one day and it has stuck with me. I know my babies don't have any viruses or would I take them anywhere they would be in danger. I don't think they would but if ever they would bite someone, I don't want the risk of losing them just because I can't prove they are vaccinated. People will sue for anything these days, and one of the consequences of them not being vaccinated is losing your dog. That's something I not willing to risk.