Banbury Dog Groomer - Posh Pooches

11/07/2026

🐕DOGS, FUR, PILOERECTION, INSULATION & THERMORGEULATION!🐕

🐶Some common misinterpretations!🐶

Many of you will have seen the images on the left below explaining how a dogs coat, especially a double coat, is supposed to keep it "warm in winter and cool in summer".

This is based on some fallacies. The primary one is that the coat "traps a cool layer of air between the skin and the outside". This could be true, except for ONE MAJOR OMISSION! The fact that the dog is continually producing heat it needs to get rid of. Below ~35°C (ambient) the dogs primary mechanism for heat dissipation (keeping cool) is CONVECTION (loss of heat across the skin surface). Above ~35°C panting becomes dominant.

The second major inconsistency in the "coat keeps them cool" argument is nature itself. In hot weather, the hairs lie flat. In cold weather the hairs are raised (PILOERECTION) to TRAP AIR to IMPROVE INSULATION to keep the dog WARM! They DO NOT RAISE THEIR HAIRS TO KEEP COOL IN HOT WEATHER!

On this page I am sure I am preaching to the converted, but please feel free to SHARE this in dog groups. But be warned, you do risk being BANNED for sharing SCIENCE & COMMON SENSE :)



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10/07/2026

Yes it’s hot but I’m still grooming mornings only, let’s keep our dogs as cool as possible by getting there coats off, they will appreciate a lighter summer trim and a cool bath while here with minimal drying so no one gets to hot 🥵

27/06/2026

19/06/2026

✨ POSH POOCHES ✨
Professional Dog Grooming in Kings Sutton

For over 20 years, Posh Pooches has been providing caring, professional grooming for dogs throughout Kings Sutton and the surrounding areas.

Owned and run by an experienced dog groomer, exhibitor and judge, Posh Pooches offers a level of breed knowledge and attention to detail that comes from a lifetime dedicated to dogs.

🐾 All breeds welcome
🐾 Hand stripping specialist
🐾 Breed-specific grooming techniques
🐾 Pet trims and show preparation
🐾 Calm, patient and compassionate handling
🐾 No grooming restraints or gadgets used to force dogs to stand

Every dog is treated as an individual. We believe grooming should be a positive experience, carried out with kindness, patience and respect. We never rely on devices that hold dogs up or force them to remain standing. Instead, we work at your dog’s pace to achieve the best possible result.

As an active dog show exhibitor and judge, I have extensive knowledge of grooming requirements for many pedigree breeds, ensuring your dog receives a groom that is both practical and breed appropriate.

Exciting News!
A brand-new, purpose-built grooming salon is currently being created to provide an even better experience for our canine clients.

In addition, my daughter is training alongside me, which will soon allow for early morning, evening and weekend appointments, offering greater flexibility for busy owners.

Whether your dog needs a simple tidy-up, a full groom, hand stripping, or expert breed-specific styling, you can trust Posh Pooches to provide professional care in a friendly village setting.