Pawsitively Divine Pet Grooming Services

10/07/2025

Oooohhhh love a nice new certificate. 💜🐾

30/06/2025

🌟🥵 Hot Weather Myth Busting! 🥵🌟

🐾 There have been a few unhelpful myths doing the rounds again, circulating on social media and apparently even making it onto radio 4!

🐾 Lemon Juice: the origin of this myth is unknown, but sadly it is known to have claimed at least one life in last few weeks. It is claimed that when a dog starts to overheat and develop heat stroke, squirting lemon juice into their mouth can help break down the phlegm build up and help clear their airway. As well as the claim being total nonsense and not doing anything to treat heat stroke, owners may delay seeking veterinary attention while they attempt to get lemon juice into their unsurprisingly reluctant, already stressed dog.

🐾 Cold Vs lukewarm water: We have previously discussed that recently studies have demonstrated better outcomes for heat stroke dogs that are cooled quicker, with no negatives experienced from the use of very cold water as opposed to lukewarm or cool water. The myth unfortunately still persists, with a radio 4 guest recently repeating it, but there is no evidence of overheating dogs having heart attacks or going into shock when doused in cold water. If you think your pet is overheating please use the coldest water you have available worry free.

🐾 Feeding ice cubes: claims that eating ice cubes can cause dogs to develop a gastric torsion circulate every time we have a hot spell,but have been widely disproved. Although the cause of a gastric torsion, bloat or GDV is often unknown, there is no evidence that eating ice would increase the risk. Ice or frozen treats can be given to your pets to enjoy in the heat with no concerns.

🐾 Clipping fur: it is often stated that clipping long haired animals can actually make animals hotter. However, no matter the coat type, long fur will act as an insulating layer and definitely warm pets in hot weather. It is true that it can take months or even years for some coats to grow back as they were, so for many dogs hot weather can be managed without needing drastic haircuts, but if your pet is struggling rest assured removing some of their coat will only help. Ensuring your pet's coat is free from dead hair and matts is important no matter the coat length.

🐾 Remember if you ever see anything on social media or hear something from a friend that you aren't sure about we would be happy to confirm if it's true or not. We can also help get the word out that a new myth is circulating.

22/06/2025

Pet microchipping available with Pawsitively Divine 🐾 💜

19/06/2025

** Exciting News **

Just passed my micro chipping course.

Message for details.
🥰🐾

05/06/2025

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05/06/2025

01/06/2025

Couldn’t have done it without all my amazing clients and doggy’s.
Thank you for continued support and looking forward to another 9+years. 💜🐾🐶

14/04/2025

💜 I really do love my job. Sure, it can be tough at times but there’s nothing more rewarding than happy pups and owners. 💜🐾

WHAT YOU DON'T SEE AT THE DOG GROOMERS.......
You dropped your dog off at the salon and picked them up few hours later - fluffy, fresh, and happy. But what you saw was just the tip of the iceberg.

You didn’t see your groomer arrive early to open up the salon, disinfect tools, lay out fresh towels, and check the day’s appointments. You didn’t see them look over your dog from nose to tail before even lifting a brush - checking the coat condition, skin, eyes, ears, nails, and weight.

You didn’t see the careful way they clipped around a wriggly paw, or how they paused to let your dog calm down during the bath. You didn’t notice the matting hidden beneath your dog’s topcoat, or the way the groomer worked slowly to avoid hurting the skin beneath it.

You weren’t there when they spotted a red patch of irritated skin, or a small lump you hadn’t noticed. You heard them gently mention it to you at collection - not to worry you, but because they genuinely care about your dog’s wellbeing.

And after you left, you didn’t see the clean-down , the floor swept, tables cleaned, blades oiled, messages replied to, notes written up for your next visit, and laundry on again.

All of that… for a price that’s often lower than what you’d pay for your own haircut. And your hairdresser?
They don’t have to bathe you, clip your nails, or hold you still while you try to bite the brush.

The truth is ……. dog grooming is so much more than a haircut.

It’s about health, hygiene, comfort, and trust. It’s about knowing dog anatomy, coat types, skin conditions, behaviour management, handling skills, and safe sc******ng techniques. It’s a profession that takes training, practice, and patience.
Most groomers got into this work because they love dogs. But that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be paid fairly for the physical, emotional, and skilled work they do every single day.

If your dog leaves their groomer happy, healthy and looking good - it’s not by luck. It’s because you have got a good groomer.
So next time, take a moment to thank them. Leave a review.

Tip them if you can. And above all - don’t undervalue them.
They’re doing far more than just washing the dog.

If you want to know more about the trade association for pet groomers and how we support them, contact the British Dog Groomers Association a division of the Pet Industry Federation www.petfederation.co.uk

10/04/2025

Just had to be done. 😆😆

24/03/2025

Hello lovelies,
Just wondering if I were to start selling small bottles of doggy cologne and perhaps shampoo, Would this be of interest to anyone?
Thanks 💜 🐾

09/06/2024

Thank you so much my house buddy for looking after my house and dogs for the weekend.
I was so nervous leaving the house and petting zoo but you’ve been amazing keeping me up to date with loads of pictures. 🥰

05/06/2024

When you love the job and clients 🥰💜 🐶 🐾