Clinton's Dog Grooming

Clinton's Dog Grooming Qualified, insured & experienced with a variety of breeds & temperaments. First Aid trained. All breeds welcome. Owners welcome to stay.

Nervous and aggressive dogs also tailored too!
1:1 in Clipstone Village

AUGUST AVAILABILITY 🌻I am off on holiday 13th-20th August and will be unreachable due to the sun in my eyes and a variet...
31/07/2026

AUGUST AVAILABILITY 🌻

I am off on holiday 13th-20th August and will be unreachable due to the sun in my eyes and a variety of cocktails in my hands!

I have the following available before I leave:
5th, 6th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 12th.
And 25th, 29th 1st onwards when I return.

Saturday appointments:
I have a cancellation for the 22nd of August at 12:30 but otherwise my next Saturday is the 5th September

Thank you and have a lovely summer🌞

In the photo we have Spencer the Dog De Bordeaux who is a big friendly meatball!💙

I am fully booked until the 15th July with my next Saturday availability being the 18th JulyWe may be coming to the end ...
26/06/2026

I am fully booked until the 15th July with my next Saturday availability being the 18th July

We may be coming to the end of this heatwave but another can hit us at any point so please book ahead if you have a dog due a groom or will be due in the next coming months!

I am unable to work past about 27 degrees as it becomes too uncomfortable for both me and the dog, so I am heavily restricted to morning appointments only during times like this. I will work my days off to accommodate where possible but the best thing is to book in advance and not chance a last minute appointment.

As always I am ever so greatful that you chose me as your dog groomer, I'm so lucky I get to do this as a job!

Thank you 💙

11/06/2026

Summer Holidays🌞

I am away from the 2nd - 6th of July and 13th - 20th August.
I usually don't work Mondays but will be working the 29th June and 10th August to fit you in around my holidays!

Please note I only have one Saturday appointment left in June which is this Saturday the 13th with my next Saturday availability being the 11th July. As always I will do my best to fit you in but please try and book in advance around these dates as I do not take my work phone away with me and will be unreachable!

Thank you,
Catherine 💙

Let's talk ticks!Unfortunately it is that time of year that the vampire bugs unleash their wrath on our best friends, wh...
31/05/2026

Let's talk ticks!
Unfortunately it is that time of year that the vampire bugs unleash their wrath on our best friends, which just isn't very nice of them😤

Both ticks and skin tags can be light or dark in colour. Skin tags can also have a firm attachment or be attached by a small amount of skin which makes it quite difficult to know the difference. Fortunately I have got some up close and personal photos to help you spot the difference!

Ticks have one point of contact which is their mouth. They bury their head under the skin and have lots of tiny legs sticking out. As you can see in my photos you can usually see the black base of their head and legs sticking out on one side.

To remove a tick I personally prefer to use a tick twister that hooks between the body and skin and twist until the tick unlatches. You do not need to pull! I have tried to pull ticks off my own dogs with tweezers but those tiny mouths have some grip and I had no luck, I'd squish them and leave the head in which we don't want! What you do with the tick is up to you, I advise killing it rather than flushing down into our waterways. Death by fire is fitting but a rock will also do😂

If you ever struggle identifying or removing a tick please do reach out to me and I will help you identify or remove it free of charge if you can get to me. Do not worry though as they do fall off once they're full... In my experience I had one the size of a grape fall into my hand😷

You can deter ticks from biting but you can never truly prevent them. Anti parasite medication from the vets is the best but they do not stop a bite! The medication stays in the dogs system for 1-3 months (medication dependent) and once a flea or tick bites it is then poisoned by the treatment and falls off/dies.

Owners like to deter them using items such as Billy No Mates, apple cider vinegar spray down before a walk (50/50 dilution with water), or medicated collars.

Please note that I will try and help where possible but I am not a veterinary professional so please research any methods of prevention or treatment before using and if it doubt always go to a vet!

Stressful first groom? Not here!This was Allies first big girl groom and understandably she was unsure at first but as y...
08/05/2026

Stressful first groom? Not here!
This was Allies first big girl groom and understandably she was unsure at first but as you can see she was so brave and unbothered by the end!
She's gone from not liking her nails done at all to using me as a head rest whilst having them done👑

Dog groomer or crazy dog lady? Must be both!This is Merlin. Merlin is big and heavy. Merlin does NOT like the table. If ...
08/05/2026

Dog groomer or crazy dog lady? Must be both!

This is Merlin. Merlin is big and heavy. Merlin does NOT like the table. If Merlin wants to sit, he is sat. If Merlin wants to walk out the salon and sit on the grass, he's gone.

What does this mean for grooming? It means for 3.5 hours I had to follow him around brushing his compacted coat out and shaving out what couldn't be brushed out.
Why? (my lower back screamed) because that's what had to be done and I'm the one crazy enough to bend over, sit, kneel, stand, go upside down and round about to get the job done!🤪

Even with slobber up my face!

Next week he's back for his bath, wish us luck! 😂

The sun is out and the temperature is finally rising, summer is on the way!Please get into the habit of checking the wea...
01/05/2026

The sun is out and the temperature is finally rising, summer is on the way!

Please get into the habit of checking the weather forecast so you can wake up nice and early to take your dogs out. Please check the chart and work out the cut off point for walking your dog.
Remember a dog never died from a missed walk BUT they never get enough time on this planet as it is and it's not fair to lock them up inside all day. So set that alarm and get up at 5am if you really have to, your dog will love you for it!

Help your dog regulate their body temperature by ensuring they are matt free and free of dead/loose coat! Otherwise all that dead/matted coat literally works as a coat and causes them to overheat much faster.

Always ensure fresh water and shade is available. If you're at the beach do not allow them to drink sea water and be mindful of sand compaction!

If you want to have fun whilst staying cool I highly recommend a paddling pool! But I take no responsibility if they get soaking wet and shake off next to you! 😂

I thought I'd be writing this in a decade not after 3 years.Unfortunately I have suddenly and unexpectedly lost my baby ...
06/02/2026

I thought I'd be writing this in a decade not after 3 years.
Unfortunately I have suddenly and unexpectedly lost my baby Sherman.
Everyone who knew him is broken and shocked at the sudden loss.
Unfortunately large, deep chested breeds are prone to bloat which fortunately I knew the signs of. I got him straight to the vet where he underwent surgery and all was okay until it wasn't. Complication after complication. He needed surgery again but his own body was against him in so many ways.

When owning any animal please ensure you have good insurance and do research on the breed to know what they're prone to and familiarise yourself with the symptoms. Bloat can kill in as little as 30 minutes so knowing the signs and acting straight away gave him a fighting chance. If your animal acts differently in any way and there's any cause for concern please get to the vet ASAP.

After spending 27 years in homes covered in hair and multiple paws it's naturally going to take me a while to adjust. Afterall, what kind of dog groomer doesn't have a dog?

I'm still working but I wanted to let you know, firstly for awareness on sudden sickness and secondly because I may look like 💩 warmed up at times and start crying if you ask me how I /Sherman is😅

Please give your fur babies a big cuddle from me 🖤💙

27/01/2026

I've had my whole day clear up for tomorrow (28th) due to my car being stuck at the garage.
If any one is needing any last minute appointments please get in touch!

Please note that I no longer work Mondays and only have a few Saturday appointments left for February on the 7th and 21st

Thank you💕

Just a handful of weekday appointments left for a Christmas groom then I am off from Christmas Eve until what should be ...
10/12/2025

Just a handful of weekday appointments left for a Christmas groom then I am off from Christmas Eve until what should be the 2nd January... Butttt... You know me, if you need me I'm here! Too much time off and I go a little crazy(crazier)! 🤪

Saturday appointments are already booking up for the new year so please book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all from Catherine and Sherman 🎄💙

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Mansfield
NG219GT

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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+447761211035

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