Tip Top Dog Grooming

12/11/2024

I will close for Christmas 🎄 on Friday 20th December.

21/05/2024

Tip Top Dog Grooming will be closed from Friday 31st May until Monday 10 June

19/05/2024

23/04/2024

I am now fully booked until Monday 13th May.

26/10/2023

Tip Top Dog Grooming will close for Christmas 🎄 on Sunday 17th December and will reopen on Tuesday 2nd January.

14/03/2023

The sad reality is that thieves often target pets. - either to sell them to unsuspecting new owners and as part of scams to claim any reward that might be offered for their return.

Ways to Prevent Dog Theft:

• Keep an eye on your dog.
• Don’t leave your dog alone outside shops, and in your car.
• Don’t leave your dog unattended in the garden, make your garden secure, ensure there are no gaps to escape – Lock gates where possible.
• Try walk your dog on the inner side of the pavement to prevent grab theft.
• Vary your walking habits, change the times you walk your dog or mix up the routes you take.
• Train your dog to come back when called.
• Microchip your dog (legal requirement) and make sure your details up to date.
• Dog collars - must include your name and address, it is optional to include your phone number. For added security avoid putting your dog’s name on the tag.
• Take photos of your dog clearly showing any identifiable markings
• Take care to choose someone reputable to look after your dog if you are placing your pet in boarding or hiring dog walkers.
• Puppies - be extra vigilant, as puppies are more attractive to thieves as they are easier to sell on.
• Pedigree breeds are also a higher demand for thieves.

What to do if your dog is stolen

• Check your home and local area thoroughly. (Most cases they have just wandered off)
• Report it to the police as soon as possible if you believe your pet has been stolen -Remember to ask for a crime number.
• Contact your Microchip company to report them as stolen.
• Report it to your local dog warden, as well as your local vets, animal hospitals and any rehoming centres.
• Post on social media – post to websites for lost & found animals, get as many of your friends to share your posts, include various photos of your pet clearly showing any identifiable markings including dates/times/place they were last seen.
• Tell as many people as possible - Make other dog walkers in you area aware, Make posters and display them in local areas, make sure you include photos of your dog from various angles, identifying any markings, including dates/times/place they were last seen.

20/01/2022

Vets share advice for concerned pet owners after a spike in cases of gastroenteritis-like symptoms in dogs in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.

30/11/2021

When visiting Tip Top Dog Grooming please can I ask that you wear a face covering unless you are exempt for medical reasons,thank you.

03/11/2021

Fire work season is here!💥🔥😬
Here are some top tips to try to keep your pets safe and calm during the next few days...
💥 Try to walk your dog earlier to avoid being out when the fireworks start. Call cats in early and keep them in overnight if possible
💥 Ensure all doors and windows are closed and curtains drawn to reduce the noise and flashing lights
💥Keep dogs on leads when out walking in case they are startled by loud bangs causing them to bolt
💥 Provide background music from the TV or radio
💥 Provide familiar toys and chews to keep your pet occupied
💥Do not try to comfort your pet if they have chosen to hide. This will only make them more anxious
💥 Make sure small pets like Rabbits, guinea pigs and hamsters are safe, away from the noise and warm
Some pets require medication to help them through the firework period. For mild cases, nutraceuticals can work well. For more moderate and severe cases, anti-anxiety drugs may be prescribed. These sorts of drugs can only be prescribed by a veterinary surgeon.
Please contact us for advice if you believe your pet requires medication to help them through the next few days.