30/04/2025
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I didnât know there was anything wrongâŠâŠ..
How often do you visit your vet with your dog â every year for his/her booster jab?
Your dog visits the groomer every 6 to 8 weeks for a bath, trim, and tidy.
But sometimes, they leave with something even more important than a fresh look-a warning sign you didnât know was there.
Dog groomers arenât vets, and they donât pretend to be.
But theyâre often the first person to notice when somethingâs not quite right.
A lump under the skin.
A sore spot under the leg.
A red rash behind the ears.
An ear infection that smells off.
A cracked pad. A bald patch. A behavioural change.
They work so closely with your dog-physically and emotionally-that they often spot small but important changes. The ones that can be easy to miss at home, especially on long or thick coats. And because they see your dog regularly, they know whatâs normal and whatâs not.
These arenât just observations - they could be early signs of:
âą Skin infections
âą Ear mites or yeast infections
âą Growths that need checking
âą Eye problems
âą Tooth or gum issues
âą Joint stiffness or discomfort
âą Stress or anxiety
And when a groomer mentions something theyâve noticed, itâs not to scare you.
Itâs because they care. They want your dog to be happy, healthy, and comfortable-long after theyâve left the salon.
Thatâs what makes a good groomer more than a stylist. Theyâre part of your dogâs care team.
They clean. They clip. They calm nervous dogs. And they keep watch over every inch of your dogâs body and behaviour-every time they visit.
Professional groomers take their responsibilities seriously. Many are trained to recognised industry standards, hold Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications, and are members of the British Dog Groomers' Association (BDGA) - a division of the Pet Industry Federation (PIF).
That means they donât just work with love and care-they work with knowledge. And they commit to professional development, safe practices, and doing whatâs best for every dog in their care.
So the next time your groomer quietly mentions something theyâve noticed - listen. It could be nothing. But it could also be the early warning that helps you take action before a small issue becomes a big one.
Your dog canât always tell you when somethingâs wrong.
But your groomer might.
And never forget-theyâre doing far more than making your dog look good.
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