Gentle Paws Grooming

21/02/2024

This is line brushing, work along in a methodical line, clearing a small area at a time of any little knots or mats. Then checking the area after with a metal comb that gets all the way down to the skin, then go back over if you locate a knot
To avoid causing pain or discomfort, hold the knotted area above where you are brushing so it doesn’t tug
On a very knotted area, I prefer to use a smaller brush and work smaller areas, I also use detangle spray which really helps

05/11/2023

After cracking using the steps to get onto my grooming table, we then moved over to the bath!
Starting again from the beginning as it’s a new location and destination, he’s never been in my bath before. This time he was much quicker in learning what to do

05/11/2023

Helping to teach this amazing boy how to use the steps so he can freely get on and off the table during grooming.
This helps the dog relax more as they have an exit route should they need a break. By keeping the table low it helps reduce the fear of height. Also removing the need for using neck straps or other restraints

24/10/2023

Dog nail scratch board
If your dog hates having their nails done, this may work for you. It’s like a dog sized emery board, and a bit of fun with the teaching of how to use it
As you will clearly see in this video, I have not practiced before with my boy, but we’ll go through it together so you can see sometimes, it takes a while for your dog to understand what it is you want from them
Any questions, let me know

25/09/2023

Sisters are doin it for themselves, standing on their own four paws, and waggling their own tails …

14/08/2023

Defluffing an Airedale today, Gorgeous boy

10/08/2023

Beautiful sisters in for a trim before their holidays 🥰

20/06/2023

Had this gorgeous Italian in today, ooh did we make a fluffy mess

07/06/2023

Dealing with the start of matts in your dogs fur
Brush in small sections
Hold the hair above where you’re brushing and start at the bottom
If the dog moves away, work a different area, and then come back to it
Check it’s knot free to the skin using a comb

05/06/2023

I got to work with this gorgeous boy today, what a gentleman 😍

20/05/2023

Interesting read. If you want to stay whilst your dogs being groomed, that’s fine by me, anything to help your dog feel calmer

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11/04/2023

11/04/2023

I always forget the before pic for this beauty, but he does like a lying down groom

03/04/2023

Is your dog a sensitive soul? Not a fan of grooming? How I will work with you and your pupster
Initial meet and greet, of around 20 minutes, this allows your dog to have a meander around the grooming area, with a few treats and some ACE Freework, to put their noses to work and help them relax. There will be no grooming at all at this stage, this is purely to allow them to be introduced to the space with no pressure
We can have a chat whilst they mooch, and discuss any areas that cause stress
Going forward will be based on your dogs needs, sessions will be an hour long, and any grooming done, will be done at your dogs pace, if that’s just slowly introducing brushing, touching, noises and smells
You are more than welcome to stay, and will be beneficial for your dog until they are ready to go it alone
At each subsequent session, we can build on what they like and are being desensitised to whilst building up trust and using consent methods to allow your dog to opt in, and know how to make it stop if they need a minute
Hourly rate is at £30

03/04/2023

Handstrip for this wee Cairn Terrier

22/03/2023

Blow drying this sweetpea, no need to use nooses, he’s happy to move about and gaze out the window. I’m sat down and the table is low, and next to it are steps that he’s happy to use to get on and off the table.

22/03/2023

This gorgeous boy in today.