Nicks on Alfie's paws after grooming - YorkieTalk.com Forums

lovemyalfie · 08-04-2009, 06:54 AM

I had Alfie groomed yesterday, and last night I noticed some nicks on his paws assuming they were from the dremel getting him after he jerked his leg back....that's what my boyfriend and I are thinking. Should I mention this to the business owner or just let it go? I've never had this happen before. I immediately got protective over him and felt a little angry that they hurt him. Any suggestions would be great. Thanks!

Nico29 · 08-04-2009, 07:08 AM

I would absolutely tell them. Poor baby. If they are apologetic and considerate about this then I would ask for special care at the next groom. Perhaps request a more experienced groomer or just ask that they clip his nails. Kisses to his little paw.

Nico29 · 08-04-2009, 07:09 AM

Forgot to add that if they brush you off then I'd find a new groomer.

lovemyalfie · 08-04-2009, 08:00 AM

Thank you, Nico. I called and left a message with the girl there to have the owner call. I want to speak to him about it. I have gathered myself enough so I will be tactful in my approach. My friend told me that I had to approach it carefully, so they are not on the defense and I can get the help I need. Hope this works.

Peabody · 08-04-2009, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by lovemyalfie

.... My friend told me that I had to approach it carefully, so they are not on the defense and I can get the help I need. Hope this works.

What help is it that you want from them?

Nico29 · 08-04-2009, 02:15 PM

Alfie's mom- I can absolutely relate to you. I would have a difficult time remaining calm and probably wouldn't even go back. I'm hopeful that the owner will suggest a more experienced groomer or something that will make you feel more comfortable. He's your baby and you can't be too overprotective of him. That's how I am and how I feel.

08-04-2009, 06:54 AM	#1
lovemyalfie Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Los Angeles CA Posts: 169	Nicks on Alfie's paws after grooming I had Alfie groomed yesterday, and last night I noticed some nicks on his paws assuming they were from the dremel getting him after he jerked his leg back....that's what my boyfriend and I are thinking. Should I mention this to the business owner or just let it go? I've never had this happen before. I immediately got protective over him and felt a little angry that they hurt him. Any suggestions would be great. Thanks!

08-04-2009, 07:08 AM	#2
Nico29 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 734	I would absolutely tell them. Poor baby. If they are apologetic and considerate about this then I would ask for special care at the next groom. Perhaps request a more experienced groomer or just ask that they clip his nails. Kisses to his little paw.

08-04-2009, 07:09 AM	#3
Nico29 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 734	Forgot to add that if they brush you off then I'd find a new groomer.

08-04-2009, 08:00 AM	#4
lovemyalfie Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Los Angeles CA Posts: 169	Thank you, Nico. I called and left a message with the girl there to have the owner call. I want to speak to him about it. I have gathered myself enough so I will be tactful in my approach. My friend told me that I had to approach it carefully, so they are not on the defense and I can get the help I need. Hope this works.

08-04-2009, 02:15 PM	#6
Nico29 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 734	Alfie's mom- I can absolutely relate to you. I would have a difficult time remaining calm and probably wouldn't even go back. I'm hopeful that the owner will suggest a more experienced groomer or something that will make you feel more comfortable. He's your baby and you can't be too overprotective of him. That's how I am and how I feel.