Bark Side of the Groom

07/08/2026

30/07/2026

❌️ Please look away now if you're offended by the 'C' word!! ❌️

Christmas will be here before you know it, so avoid disappointment & book now!!

We will be closed for our Christmas break from the 22nd December.

25/07/2026

❌️ GRASS SEEDS & YOUR DOG ❌️

Grass seeds (awns) look harmless but have sharp, barbed tips that act like tiny arrows. Once trapped in fur they can burrow into skin, paws, ears, eyes or nose and keep travelling deeper.

COMMON ENTRY POINTS:

PAWS 🐾
- Between toes & pads
- Most common site
- Causes limping & licking
EARS 👂
- Hairy ear canals
- Head shaking & scratching
- Can reach eardrum
EYES 👀
- Under eyelids
- Redness, squinting
- Risk of corneal damage
NOSE / MOUTH 👃👄
- Nasal passages
- Sneezing, discharge
- May reach lungs

WHY THEY ARE DANGEROUS:

❌️ Barbed tips only move FORWARD — they cannot work their way out.
❌ ️Once under the skin they can migrate through tissue, carrying bacteria and forming abscesses.
In rare cases they reach vital organs (lungs, heart, spinal cord) and can be life-threatening.
❌ S️ymptoms may be subtle until the problem becomes serious.

WATCH FOR THESE SIGNS:

• Sudden limping or licking one paw
• Sneezing, nasal discharge or rubbing face
• Persistent head shaking or ear scratching
• Swelling, lump or abscess on body
• Red, watery or squinted eyes
• Lethargy, fever or unexplained pain

PROTECT YOUR DOG — PREVENTION TIPS:

❌️ CHECK AFTER WALKS
Inspect paws, ears, eyes, armpits & groin every time you return from long grass.
❌ ️KEEP FUR TRIMMED
Especially between toes, around ears and feathering. Regular professional grooming helps.
❌️ AVOID HIGH-RISK AREAS
Steer clear of long, seeding grasses in summer & early autumn when seeds are ripe.
❌️ ACT FAST
If you suspect a seed, see a vet promptly. Do not try to dig deep ones out yourself.

BARK SIDE OF THE GROOM • Professional Dog Grooming • Protecting your best friend, one paw at a time 🐾

22/07/2026

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Anybody who has ever lost a pet knows how heartbreaking it can be. If people say “it’s just a pet”, they really don’t understand.

15/07/2026

Two hours until kick off 🙌 Who's going to win?!

14/07/2026

Archie had a big operation recently so he really deserved an extra treat. He had our Summer Spa ☀️

This includes:

🍓 Strawberry & Vanilla Shampoo
🫐 Blueberry Facial Scrub
🍦 Strawberry & Vanilla Fragrance Spray
🍒 Summer Berry Conditioning Treatment
🌞 Summer Bandana/ Bow
🦴 PLUS a TREAT BAG!!

Upgrade your doggos pamper for just £5 extra with any bath/ blow dry, puppy pamper or full groom ✨️

⚠️ LIMITED AVAILABILITY - BOOK NOW FOR SUMMER ☀️ Text/ WhatsApp 0778 430 3201 📲 or send us a Facebook message ⚠️

We are so glad to see him on the mend. He really is the sweetest boy. Welcome back to the Bark Side Archie 🐾🌈

10/07/2026

This pretty pooch had our Summer Spa with her regular pamper ☀️

This includes;

🍓 Strawberry & Vanilla Shampoo
🫐 Blueberry Facial Scrub
🍦 Strawberry & Vanilla Fragrance Spray
🍒 Summer Berry Conditioning Treatment
🌞 Summer Bandana/ Bow
🦴 PLUS a TREAT BAG!!

Upgrade your doggos pamper for just £5 extra with any bath/ blow dry, puppy pamper or full groom ✨️

⚠️ LIMITED AVAILABILITY - BOOK NOW FOR SUMMER ☀️ Text/ WhatsApp 0778 430 3201 📲 or send us a Facebook message ⚠️

Welcome back to the Bark Side Luna 🐾 🌈

10/07/2026

☀️ IMPORTANT NOTICE ☀️

Due to the exceptionally hot weather, we have made the decision to close the salon early this afternoon.

The welfare and comfort of the dogs in our care will always come first. While we have air conditioning, the additional warm air generated by our dryers has made the salon environment uncomfortably hot.
Please check your messages, we have contacted everyone who's appointment will need to be rescheduled.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and support.
Thank you for helping us put our furry clients first. ❤️🐶

Louise & Ruby
Bark Side of the Groom

09/07/2026

Another gorgeous day ☀️ Thankfully today was our day off so we've been enjoying the sunshine! We will be keeping an eye on the temperature in the salon tomorrow. If you wish to postpone, drop us a message. As always, the safety & welfare of our furry friends always comes first so if it gets too hot, we may contact you to reschedule.

Many thanks for your understanding,
Louise & Ruby 🐾🌈

09/07/2026

Georgie is always excited for his visits to Bark Side of the Groom. He had a pamper with Ruby and his pawrents treated him to our SUMMER SPA ☀️

🍓 Strawberry & Vanilla Shampoo
🫐 Blueberry Facial Scrub
🍦 Strawberry & Vanilla Fragrance Spray
🍒 Summer Berry Conditioning Treatment
🌞 Summer Bandana/ Bow
🦴 PLUS a TREAT BAG!!

Upgrade your doggos pamper for just £5 extra with any bath/ blow dry, puppy pamper or full groom ✨️

⚠️ LIMITED AVAILABILITY - BOOK NOW FOR SUMMER ☀️ Text/ WhatsApp 0778 430 3201 📲 or send us a Facebook message ⚠️

Welcome back to the Bark Side Georgie 🐾🌈