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Dogs In Style by Chikako -Big Dogs are Welcome- I have been grooming & showing dogs over 20 years. Large dogs are welcome to my Grooming Salon to be relaxed and groomed.

Availabilities update.16 spots available in November. Still have a choice of dates.Only 3spots available on 3rd December...
20/10/2026

Availabilities update.

16 spots available in November. Still have a choice of dates.

Only 3spots available on 3rd December before Christmas.

Wow, it suddenly get hot. If you feel it, doggos feel the same or more. Update for groomings availabilities.In October, ...
18/10/2026

Wow, it suddenly get hot. If you feel it, doggos feel the same or more.

Update for groomings availabilities.

In October, all booked out.

In November, available but limited, yes very limited.

In December, available but pretty tight. Already booked out from10th till Christmas Eve.

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December close dates: 25th, 26th and 27th.
January close dates: 1st, 2nd and 3rd.
All year around Sunday closed.

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Please send message on 0468920144 to make an appointment asap if your doggos need me.

18/10/2026

Hello.

I only take a limited number of appointments daily. I don't do and I don't like to do rush grooming. I do talk to them. Even I sing a song , give a soft massage to be relaxed. I smile, doggos give me smile back to me.

I really appreciate you all to trust me to groom your precious fur family member/members🐾

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Below "talk" is copy of another groomers post but it's true. I want to share with you. Please do not misunderstand it, we groomers love our jobs and I DO love to spend times with doggos my every day.

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WE ARE NOT “JUST” PET GROOMERS.

People see the cute haircuts, the bows, the wagging tails, and the freshly groomed dogs walking out of our salons. What they don’t see is what this profession does to our bodies and minds after years of doing what we love.

They don’t see the carpal tunnel, aching wrists, swollen hands, bad backs, damaged discs, stiff necks, sore shoulders, and aching knees. They don’t see us going home with numb fingers, muscle spasms, and pain that doesn’t always go away after a good night’s sleep.

They don’t see the bites, the bruises, the scratches, or the claw marks running down our arms. They don’t see us lifting heavy dogs, bending over tubs, standing for hours, or wrestling with a frightened 100-pound dog who has absolutely no intention of getting a bath today.

And they certainly don’t see the mental exhaustion.

Because we are not “just” pet groomers.

🐾 We are behaviorists, learning to read body language, recognize fear, anticipate reactions, and earn the trust of animals who cannot tell us what they’re feeling.

🐾 We are therapists, comforting anxious dogs, calming frightened puppies, and patiently helping senior pets through a process that may have become difficult for them.

🐾 We are nurses, noticing lumps, skin infections, ear problems, injuries, and changes in behavior that sometimes even their owners haven’t noticed.

🐾 We are artists, turning overgrown, tangled coats into beautiful transformations with skill, precision, creativity, and years of experience.

🐾 And sometimes, we are the last person to lovingly care for an aging pet before they cross the Rainbow Bridge. We remember those dogs. We grieve them, too.

We work with sharp tools around moving animals. We make hundreds of repetitive movements every single day. We put strain on our hands, backs, shoulders, and necks, often while trying to keep a nervous or uncooperative animal safe.

And through all of it, we are expected to remain patient, gentle, compassionate, and smiling.

Pet grooming is physically demanding, mentally exhausting, emotionally draining, and often misunderstood.

It takes more than knowing how to hold a pair of scissors or run a set of clippers. It takes patience, strength, knowledge, compassion, and a genuine love for animals.

After more than 24 years in this profession, I can tell you that the wear and tear is real. Our bodies carry the evidence of decades spent caring for other people’s beloved pets.

But here’s the thing.

Despite the pain, the scratches, the bites, the difficult days, and the exhaustion, we still show up. We still talk sweetly to the nervous puppy. We still take extra time with the old dog who can’t stand very long. We still celebrate when a terrified rescue finally learns to trust us.

Because to us, they aren’t just appointments on a schedule. They’re living, breathing souls entrusted to our care.

So the next time someone says, “Oh, you’re just a dog groomer,” remember this:

We are skilled professionals who give our hearts, our patience, and quite literally our bodies to this profession.

We don’t just make dogs look pretty.

We care for them. We protect them. We comfort them. We love them.

And sometimes, we go home hurting because of it.

Please don’t ever call us “just” pet groomers. ❤️🐾

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Please do not forget your doggos appointment time and date. My first appointment time is at 830am, if you are no show, i...
24/08/2026

Please do not forget your doggos appointment time and date.
My first appointment time is at 830am, if you are no show, it's difficult to fill up the spot from waiting list doggos on the day.If you are late, pushing time to next appointments.
I plan to have enough time between appointments however late arrival time, dog's conditions and many factors delay next appointment. Please understand 🐾

Hello🐾. It's getting warm during day and time to ready for Tropical Summer? At this stage, has been booked out till mid ...
24/08/2026

Hello🐾. It's getting warm during day and time to ready for Tropical Summer?
At this stage, has been booked out till mid October but if you message me on 0468920144, I try to find a suitable options for you.
Please book early especially in November and December.

Your fur baby is ready for Tropical Winter? If you want to keep fluffy, brushing, after bath or morning walk ( wet grass...
28/05/2026

Your fur baby is ready for Tropical Winter? If you want to keep fluffy, brushing, after bath or morning walk ( wet grass in the morning I think), dry body and paws. Yes, don't forget to dry paws to prevent matted hairs uncomfortable paw pads. Or I can help🐾.
However in July booked out till on 26th. Limited spots are available from 27th to 31st July.
Please message me on 0468920144 for appointment.

Fully booked out in June.Limited spots available in July.Dogs needs extra care in Tropical Winter as you know. Please se...
15/05/2026

Fully booked out in June.
Limited spots available in July.
Dogs needs extra care in Tropical Winter as you know. Please send message on 0468920144 to book.

And....no show or cancellation on the day....not nice to both waiting list doggos and I. Please please do not do it.

28/03/2026

April spots are all full now.
If you would like to book in May, please send message on 0468920144

Wishing a joyous birthday to my beloved Maddison, who's now 13 years old! She lovingly guards the door with Harrison, of...
21/03/2026

Wishing a joyous birthday to my beloved Maddison, who's now 13 years old! She lovingly guards the door with Harrison, often greeting with enthusiastic barks, although sometimes they're perfectly behaved. 💓 As she grows older, it's a reminder that life can be challenging physically, and memory bubbles can pop up, but her sweet and beautiful spirit remains unwavering.

We celebrated this special day with a delightful Doggo cake crafted by Leah Roar Gourmet Pet Treats, pouring love and dedication into every detail (check the pics to see how adorable and learn how to order treats for your fur kids).

Maddison's daily mornings are made brighter with sharing toast with me, so I knew just what to get for her special day - an egg on toast birthday cake that stole the show. Amazing! Thank you, Leah, for being truly exceptional.

I hope your doggos enjoyed Christmas gifts from me at Christmas period last year, including doggie Christmas biscuits and Doggo ice cream, all made with love by Roar Gourmet Pet Treats.

I'm endlessly grateful to have Maddison and Harrison by my side. Huge thanks to everyone who trusts Dogs in Style by Chikako with your fur babies' pampering place.

A LITTLE BREAK DOWN ON WHAT DOG GROOMING IS ACTUALLY ABOUT 🐾When you book a professional groom, you're not paying for "j...
21/02/2026

A LITTLE BREAK DOWN ON WHAT DOG GROOMING IS ACTUALLY ABOUT 🐾

When you book a professional groom, you're not paying for "just a haircut". You're paying for time, skill, safety and care.

Here's what your dog's groom really includes:

Professional assessment Every groom starts with a visual health check including checking your dog's coat condition, skin, behaviour, age, health needs and welfare limits." No TWO dogs are treated the same.

Prep bathing
Pre-groom checks
Coat preparation & de-matting where safe
Premium, coat-specific natural shampoos & conditioners
Proper drying (not rushed -rushed drying damages coats & stresses dogs)
a Skilled grooming work.
Full clip, hand scissor, hand strip or even hand-finished groom
Breed-appropriate or
owner-requested styling.
Safe handling throughout including aids.
Adjustments for nervous, elderly or sensitive dogs.
Time -real, one-to-one time Your dog worked on for the full duration of their appointment by one groomer - not rushed, not stacked, not conveyor-belt grooming.
A Behaviour management & welfare care.
Reading stress signals . Breaks when needed
Calm, controlled handling Knowing when stop for the dog's wellbeing.
A Hygiene details . Nail trimming -full mani & pedi . Ear cleaning
Eye area hygiene - eye bogey removal . Sanitary trims - poo clinker removal.

Experience & training.
Years of hands-on experience, ongoing education, and knowing how to groom safely without causing pain, fear or injury.

Salon costs & professionalism Your price also covers.

Most importantly --your dog's welbeing
I don't rush.
I don't force.
I don't sacrifice welfare for aesthetics.

That's what professional grooming actually includes. And thats why grooming isn't expensive it's skilled, responsible care.

Most groomers actually earn minimum wage. We dont charge nearly enough for the time and Skills we have. As an industry we are very undervalued....

BUT I love dogs and my work that makes me happy each time to see you🐾

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30 Chaplain Avenue Manunda
Cairns, QLD
4870

Telephone

+61468920144

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