The Kind Canine

The Kind Canine 18 years of fear free dog grooming and 10 years of force free dog training

10/06/2026

Info about TKC and appointments:

* We are a small one-on-one operation, and as a result only have limited appointment spaces. PLEASE let me know if you need to reschedule your appointment as soon as you can so we can give the space to someone else in need. Please understand if you can't get in as soon as you like. Two months in and we are booked out a week in advance, and we expect that wait to get longer.

* We appreciate and love when you book in advance! This keeps a regular spot reserved for you and your pooch.

* Our prices are non-negotiable. Emma has been a groomer for a very long time and will take extra time, love and care to make sure your dog is happy. We completely understand cost of living, but also need to make a living!

* We do not dematt. Under any circumstances. If you cannot maintain a long hairstyle with daily brushing and combing, please take it short and purchase a lovely little coat for the colder months. Your pup will thank you.

* No call no shows will not be invited back for another appointment.

* We offer online bookings and are more than happy to text with you! We will return phonecalls when able, time is limited and I will not answer the phone when a dog is in my care, for safety reasons. For sanity preserving reasons, we do not look at the phone out of hours lol!

* Fear Free does not suit all spicy dogs. Dogs that have not had their honest behavioural history disclosed will be sent home unfinished and charged full price for the time allotted. A well-aimed surprise bite can end a career.

* Please book the correct service. A full groom is a short neat cut all over. Style grooms are for all teddy cuts, longer cuts etc. The price difference reflects the amount of extra work. If you book a full groom and want a teddy or breed cut, your price will be adjusted on the day. This is non-negotiable. "Just a trim" generally requires a lot more work than a shave down.

* We use high quality shampoo, conditioner and grooming products and equipment for all the pups in our care. Please let us know if you or your pup are sensitive to product or fragrances. You may bring your own shampoo if you prefer, but we provide sensitive skin products with no extra fees. We do not have Malaseb on site and will only use it if the owner provides it prescribed by a veterinarian.

* We feed treats so plese let us know if your pup is dieting, has allergies or pancreas issues!

* Recently we have had issues with clients running late for appointments - we run a tight ship and need you to show up on time. Please respect the schedule. If you and your pup are going to be late, you must notify us as soon as possible. Clients that are 15 minutes late will be marked down as a no call no show.

* We do not open on Saturday and our Sunday hours are very limited. If you are able to book on a weekday, this frees up those precious spots for people who can only do the weekend, which they appreciate!

* Please respect our size limits! Message if you aren't sure if your dog is able to be serviced - we will waive the size limits for rescue Greyhounds and puppies that are attending our salon regularly as they grow.

* We currently have one Pomeranian and zero Papillon and Cavalier clients, and that is a tragedy. Manifesting so I don't need to adopt another Papillon to fill my heart.

Happily, 99% of our customers are perfect and the majority of our rules are 'just in case'. We love and appreciate you all!

Emma and Greyden

Some of our beautiful clients over the last couple of weeks 🌼We have extended our thursday hours to 6pm for the working ...
30/05/2026

Some of our beautiful clients over the last couple of weeks 🌼

We have extended our thursday hours to 6pm for the working crowd, and are in the process of reworking our website and booking system to include dogs up to 20kg like our friend Murray the Cobberdog.

Coming into the colder months we have more availability! If your baby doesn't need a full groom, consider booking in for a bath and brush or a tidy up, which will keep coat manageable, nails short and vision in tact!

A big mistake pet parents make is not doing coat maintenance when their dogs are getting wet or dirty in the cold and rainy weather. It's so much easier to maintain coat length with regular upkeep!

I hope you're all having a wonderful weekend! πŸ₯° E x

Reviews mean so much to a newly re-established small business. Thank you so much, each one makes me a little bit teary!W...
21/05/2026

Reviews mean so much to a newly re-established small business. Thank you so much, each one makes me a little bit teary!

We have had our busiest week to date and I have been very slack on the photos but here's one of the beautiful Noodle the Labradoodle 😍 she's 2 years old and such a lovely chocolatey brown.

It's a tough job, but someone has to do it πŸ’œ little Isabelle the Spoodle pup was such a good girl for her first big hair...
15/05/2026

It's a tough job, but someone has to do it πŸ’œ little Isabelle the Spoodle pup was such a good girl for her first big haircut! She was very nervous and wriggly at her puppy groom elsewhere but was an absolute pleasure today, apart from some worries about her face being dried (which is so common)! I can't wait to cuddle, I mean, groom her again in the future πŸ₯°

It's been a wonderful and blessed last few weeks since opening here in Sherwood 🌼 I've truly remembered why I got into d...
29/04/2026

It's been a wonderful and blessed last few weeks since opening here in Sherwood 🌼 I've truly remembered why I got into dog grooming in the first place! Even my fear free grooms, dogs that have been rejected from or not felt confident at other salons, have blossomed here at the studio. I'm so proud of each and every one of you (and your parents!) and can't wait to see you all again!

Thank you so much for choosing to support a small volume, local business!

We are currently taking bookings for April and beyond.

Opening hours:
Monday, Thursday and Friday: 8am-5pm
Sunday 10am-2pm

One on one, fear free certified, training and remedial sessions available.

Have you got a new addition to the family? Take advantage of our Puppy Desensitisation Pack - 3 discounted sessions to be used within 3 months, available for dogs that will be no older than 6 months by the time the last session is completed.

Please note for adult dogs we currently only service dogs up to 15kg but are accepting larger breeds who come to us from puppies - I'm only a small gal and need to be careful with my delicate body!

We specialise in double coats and scared dogs πŸ’œ

Text 0491 735 599 for any enquiries/to book, or book via our website thekindcanine.com.au

Now open for  business in Sherwood Brisbane QLD πŸ’œπŸ©The Kind Canine Stylist is back!!! 🌐 thekindcanine.com.auπŸ“· thekindcani...
12/03/2026

Now open for business in Sherwood Brisbane QLD πŸ’œπŸ©

The Kind Canine Stylist is back!!!

🌐 thekindcanine.com.au
πŸ“· thekindcanineau
πŸ—¨ The Kind Canine on FB
☎️ 0491 735 599

Fear free certified dog grooming and training in a custom built home salon. Experience the difference of one on one grooming.

Open on Monday, Thursday, Friday and very limited Sunday appointments.

Our head honcho, Emma, has been working with dogs her whole life, starting as a shelter worker at 15, ans began bathing in a salon at 19. She has years of dog grooming and animal training experience, and works to make every groom special and relaxing.

Fill out a booking form through our website, or text the work phone and we will aim to get back to you asap.

So exciting!!! 🌈 πŸ₯³πŸ₯³

We have some very exciting news... stay tuned :)
22/02/2026

We have some very exciting news... stay tuned :)

Had the best time training Levi and Indy this morning! πŸ’œI'm available for in home training, walkies and day visits - mes...
16/08/2025

Had the best time training Levi and Indy this morning! πŸ’œ

I'm available for in home training, walkies and day visits - message for info!

thekindcanine.com.au
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Hello to my followers if you're still out there!The Kind Canine, my baby, has been put on hold for quite some time now d...
05/08/2025

Hello to my followers if you're still out there!

The Kind Canine, my baby, has been put on hold for quite some time now due to me using all my energy in another job, also doing what I love.

That chapter is one I am currently mourning. To anyone who sees this who is still there, I love you and appreciate you.

If you're a long time follower you know I have struggled with health issues for a long time. I was born with a very serious neurological condition, and was never expected to survive my first night home. Yet, somehow, at 40(!) I'm still kicking.

It's become very apparent over the past year that i could either focus on my full time job and let the rest of my life fall by the wayside, or seek help. I chose for far too long to focus on the job (and still don't regret it, I LOVED that job).

As of now, I'm back with availability for The Kind Canine. I don't trust myself to do extended grooming, but am available for training, dog walking and sitting day visits. I'm pretty booked up over the next couple of months with overnight stays (thank god, we need to eat lol) but will offer them again in the future.

Please reach out if you and your furry bestie, or someone you know, will need my training help at any time!

Emma xx

0491 735 599 (text preferred especially over the next few days)
[email protected]
thekindcanine.com.au

Hi everyone!I'm currently collecting cans, bottles etc for containers for change to help fund raise and buy supplies for...
08/05/2025

Hi everyone!
I'm currently collecting cans, bottles etc for containers for change to help fund raise and buy supplies for some people in grave need of help. One is a person currently fostering 8 cats surrendered from a former breeder. She is doing this without the help of a rescue group, and I completely support her reasons for doing so. Another is for a person at risk of being homeless with a litter of pups. I'm going to be continuing to do these little community outreach jobs as I am lucky enough to be able to purchase items at discounted rates and would appreciate your help -

1. You can drop cans off at my home or at Petbarn Victoria Point care of Emma.
2. Cash donations are also accepted via PayPal ([email protected])

A lot has been going on in my personal life, not least of all is that we have moved house. We are now in Birkdale! We will be open again for services very soon - on the 17th I will be stuck at home with an EEG machine on my head for another 4 days so won't be available for work then, and have been racking up frequent flyer points at Greenslopes and the PA, but I hope to be back and available asap.

I miss you all and hope you're all doing well πŸ’œ please post pics of your babies to give this post some traction!

Please enjoy this photo of the beautiful DJ πŸ’œ

Address

Sherwood
Brisbane, QLD
4075

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+61491735599

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