Coast Dog Grooming

16/10/2025

All appts.in December now fully booked, thanks
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15/10/2025

Please note, my books are currently closed to new customers, thank you

14/10/2025

✂️💅 Understanding Dog Nails: Why Regular Trimming Matters!

Did you know…
1️⃣ The kwik (blood supply) stays short when the nail is short.
2️⃣ As the nail grows longer, so does the kwik — making it riskier to trim.
3️⃣ Regular trimming or filing encourages the kwik to recede over time.
4️⃣ The shorter the nail, the healthier and more comfortable it is for your dog!

🔍 Trimming long nails (like in image 2) can cause bleeding and pain. But keeping up with regular maintenance helps avoid this entirely.

🐾 Short nails = happy, healthy paws!

10/10/2025

Thinking about buying a poodle? Have you been told they "don't need grooming until 1yrs old" or "coat maintenance is easy"?

*PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING piece written by a groomer..in the pic that's known as a pelted coat /Pelting. A dog’s fur gets so matted & tangled it will come off in one piece. It's outs tension on the skin, can damage the skin causing horrible infections and sometimes renders the dog helpless,unable to move and it can then cause fatality

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Poodle crosses (cockapoos, doodles, maltipoos etc.) are not "easy breeds" to maintain. The photo attached (shared from another groomer) shows how matting forms at the skin. By looking at this dog's top coat, you may not see the knots and you may not feel them as you would a knot on the ends of the fur but under that fluffy top layer this is going on. Once it starts its very difficult/ impossible to brush out... and even if you could it would be cruel to put the dog through it. Maintenance at home has to be more than a quick once over for these dogs if you want to keep them in that fluffy coat which was probably one of the reasons you chose a poodle cross in the first place. You really need to sit down with a brush and then a metal comb and make sure you can get it through the entire body at least 2 to 3 times a week.

I often feel like owners don't believe groomers when they say their dog has to be clipped very short. I always hear "I know he/she is matted, but leave as much as you can". You cannot clip through matting, you can only clip under it. As this photo shows, clipping under the matting means taking the coat back to the skin.

I promise you, your groomer really doesn't want to do this but they won't hurt your dog by putting it through dematting, they also don't want to hurt their reputation when the clients go around complaining about how the last groomer "scalped" their dog but there really is not any alternative. Instead of being angry with your groomer if they clip your dog very short please respect their commitment to do what is in your dog's best interest, accept responsibility for not having brushed your dog properly at home, and work with your groomer because, together, you can prevent this happening again. All groomers will be very happy to demonstrate a technique called line brushing which will help make your grooming at home more effective. Just ask! We all want owners to know how to do this

Poodle crosses are easily one of the highest maintenance dogs in reference to their coats. The combination of the soft coat they are mixing poodles with these days is a coat that is extremely prone to matting.

If you like a fluffy pup, you probably need to consider no more than 3-5 week intervals between grooming and set aside time for regular brushing AND combing at home.

Please know, if you bathe your poodle cross you really need to blow dry and brush out right after. Moisture, be it a bath, rain, swimming, snow etc are all going to make matting worse. If you know your dog is already matted-- bathing is only going to make it worse! Brush out before the bath.

Lastly "breeders" who say these dogs can't or shouldnt be clipped and not to give them a hair cut until they are one year old are misleading potential owners in order to sell$$$$ puppies and setting them up for a sad day when they finally take their pup to the groomer!!!

If this hasn't put you off buying one please schedule your puppy's first groom immediately after they've had their vaccinations and then be prepared to do the maintenance at home between regular professional grooms.

09/10/2025

🐶 **Does Your Dog Have Skin Problems?** 🐶
We know how important healthy skin is for your pup’s comfort and well-being. Keep an eye out for these **common signs of skin issues**:
🔹 Excessive **itching, rubbing, or scratching**
🔹 **Hair loss** or bald patches
🔹 **Red, inflamed skin**
🔹 **Crusty, scabby areas**
🔹 **Unpleasant odor**
🔹 Dry, flaky skin or dandruff
These symptoms can be caused by **allergies, hormone imbalances, parasites, fungal infections, and more**. If you notice any of these signs, it's always best to consult a professional.

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07/10/2025

This plan would mean the closure of Langley First’s site and the loss of a much-loved school that sits at the heart of our community. We believe this is not a viable alternative for our children, for the following reasons: 1. Disruption to children’s education Moving our children from a safe, fa...

07/10/2025

HEADS UP: It's CORN ON THE COB season!!! 🌽
Corn COBS CAN KILL dogs. Please ensure all corn cobs are placed in a bag and immediately put into the OUTDOOR bin. DO NOT let your dogs chew on the cobs or eat the corn off the cob.
The corn itself is okay, but NO COBS!
Swallowing cobs, whether in pieces or whole, can cause a bowel obstruction, leading to emergency surgery and costly vet bills. Don’t risk it!
Thank you for keeping your pets safe! 🙏🐾

01/10/2025

27/09/2025

Fab, in salon groomer ✂️💜🐶

26/09/2025

📸✨ Expectations vs. Reality in Dog Grooming ✨📸
We’ve all had that call…
“Here’s a picture of the groom I want — my dog’s easy!” 🐶✂️
And then they walk in… with a matted coat, a totally different breed, coat type, or even size from the reference photo! 😅

At ICMG, we know this scenario all too well — and we teach how to manage client expectations with honesty and professionalism.

🗣️ Your first consultation is key:
✔️ Be clear about what’s achievable.
✔️ Educate the owner on coat type and condition.
✔️ Offer the best solution for the dog’s welfare, not just the style.

💬 Setting realistic expectations builds trust and saves disappointment on both sides — and ensures the dog gets the care it truly needs.

18/09/2025

Grooming Schedules
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Please note, if dogs are groomed outside of the recommended duration, there will be additional cost.

It is extra work for me; which puts strain on my hands, body and tools.

It can also be more stressful on your dog.

Thank you for your understanding and continued custom.
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