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Behaviour-led, holistic dog grooming in Nantwich 🐾
Specialising in nervous, sensitive, reactive & senior dogs. Start with a Meet & Treat session.

For guardians who care more about how their dog feels than how they look.

11/08/2026

Over the years, I've had quite a few groomers reach out to me for help, advice, and support. I've always been more than happy to help because I remember exactly what it felt like when I first started - it was exciting, but also scary, lonely, and at times overwhelming.

More recently, a local groomer approached me to ask if I would coach and mentor them. I was genuinely flattered, and it made me realise that I've been thinking about offering this for a while.

So, here's my question...

𝙄𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙗𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙣?

I know there are already some fantastic professionals offering mentoring and coaching, and I'm not looking to compete with them. What I want to offer is something completely personalised, focused on 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 goals and the areas where 𝘺𝘰𝘶 feel you need support.

That could be:
✨ Building confidence
✨ Behaviour-led grooming techniques
✨ Social media and marketing
✨ Client communication
✨ Terms & Conditions and business documents
✨ Pricing and boundaries
✨ Or simply overcoming whatever is holding you back.

I would aim to provide coaching that's 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 - whether you're just starting or looking to grow your confidence and business.

I'm just testing the waters at the moment, so I'd love to know what you think.

Comment below with one of these:
💚 I'M IN – I'd definitely be interested.
🤔 INTERESTING – I'd like to know more.
😊 NOT FOR ME – It's not something I'd need right now.

I'd really appreciate your honest feedback. ❤️

03/08/2026

Some dogs just steal your heart... and Stiggy Stardust is definitely one of them. ⭐️🐾

Known to most as Stig, but forever "Stiggy Stardust" to me thanks to those wonderfully Bowie-esque eyes, he's been keeping me company (and making me smile) for a while now.

His lovely mum, Wendy, somehow never arrives empty-handed either – usually with a pack of IPA tucked under her arm (and before anyone asks... It's definitely not because I need one after grooming Stig! 😂 He's not even the wildest, wiggliest spaniel on my books... although I'm sure he'd like everyone to think he is.)

Reading reviews like this reminds me why I love what I do. It's never just about the groom - it's about the friendships, the trust, and getting to know the wonderful characters behind every wagging tail.

Thank you, Wendy, for your kind words, your generosity, and for sharing your very special boy with me. ❤️

30/07/2026

🕵️♀️🐾 NEW BLOG POST: Paw & Order Investigates Dog Shampoo Ingredients

A new case file has landed on my desk… and this one smells suspiciously clean. 👀

In my latest blog, “Paw & Order: The Curious Incident of the Kitchen Cleaning Shampoo”, I dive into the murky world of dog grooming products, missing ingredient lists, and the surprising overlap between some shampoos and household cleaners.

As a DAATA-aware groomer, I thought I knew my way around canine skincare – until one expert webinar sent me down a rabbit hole of surfactants, fragrances, PEGs, and ingredient transparency.

Inside the investigation, I uncover:

🔍 Why some dog shampoos don’t list all their ingredients

🧴 The truth about “natural” and “gentle” claims

⚖️ Whether shared ingredients with household cleaners are actually a cause for concern

🐶 What really matters when choosing a shampoo for sensitive dogs

No fearmongering. No dramatic “throw everything away” advice. Just a balanced, evidence-led investigation into what we’re putting on our dogs’ skin.

The verdict? It’s more complicated than social media headlines would have you believe.

📖 Read the full investigation here: https://wagwagathachristie.co.uk/post/incident-of-the-Kitchen-Cleaning-Shampoo

And as always, the case remains open… 🐾

27/07/2026

🐾 What does a Meet & Treat session actually tell me about your dog? 🐾

Before any grooming equipment comes out, I want your dog to have the chance to explore, investigate and build positive associations with the salon environment.

In this session, our four-legged visitor enjoyed the ball pit, snuffled out hidden treats, discovered a few surprises under the cabinet, and gave the toys a thorough inspection (although I suspect that was mainly to check there weren't any treats hiding nearby!). The LickiMat was firmly rejected, but once every last treat had been located, it was time to trot outside in search of the next adventure.

Every positive experience is processed and banked before any association with grooming begins. This helps create a calmer, more confident foundation for future visits.

These sessions also give me valuable information about each dog:
✨ What motivates them
✨ What they enjoy
✨ What they avoid
✨ How confident they feel in a new space
✨ How comfortable they are interacting with me
✨ How long it takes them to relax and settle

And in the interests of full disclosure... this particular dog is my own! 🐶 She was more than happy to demonstrate the benefits of being the groomer's dog and enjoy all the treats on offer.

If you'd like your own dog to experience a Meet & Treat session, you can book here: https://wagwagathachristie.co.uk/book-the-meet-and-treat

24/07/2026

One of the loveliest parts of my job is hearing feedback not just about how a dog looks after their groom, but about how they 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 too 🩷

Coco’s aesthetics have never been my main priority - especially as a more senior girl. My focus has always been on making sure she feels safe, comfortable, and able to cope with the grooming process at her own pace.

This was Coco’s 4th visit, and this time I really felt like we clicked. She seemed so much more relaxed and trusting, and watching her learn that nothing bad is going to happen is such a rewarding part of the journey.

Of course, hearing that she was getting lots of compliments around the Nantwich shops and looked lovely too was a bonus ✨ But for me, the real win was seeing Coco feel calmer, safer, and more confident with each visit.

20/07/2026

🔎 The next edition of 𝘛𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘜𝘯𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 is coming...

And I may have outdone myself this time.

Inside you'll find:

🐾 An exclusive Paw & Order case file that had me reaching for the evidence board and questioning everything we thought we knew.

🐾 A surprisingly simple aid to canine digestion that isn't a supplement, treat, powder, potion, or magical elixir from the internet.

🐾 A deep dive into the wonderful, frustrating, baffling world of the adolescent dog. If you've ever looked at your teenage dog and wondered whether they've temporarily forgotten everything they've ever learned, this one's for you.

🐾 And for the first time ever... a double Catch of the Day special. Because apparently, one catch simply wasn't enough.

As always, expect dog behaviour insights, a little humour, a few unexpected twists, and the occasional ramblings of a woman who spends far too much time investigating canine mysteries.

The good news?

It's a monthly(ish) newsletter, so your inbox won't be buried under an avalanche of emails you'll never read.

Just the occasional case file from the desk of Wag-Wagatha Christie.

Subscribe here → https://wagwagathachristie.co.uk/tails-of-the-unexpected

Read the previous issue here: https://vanessabarber.substack.com/publish/post/197089546?r=5toc7t&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Yours in curiosity,
Wag-Wagatha Christie 🕵️♀️🐾

17/07/2026

Case closed with a 5⭐ review—thank you for your kind words and for being part of your dog’s grooming journey

17/07/2026

This dog would lunge to make grooming stop until we changed these 3 things…

When they first came to me, he would sit opposite me, watching my every move. He’d only engage on his terms, and he’d quickly learned that using his mouth made things stop.

As you can imagine, that made grooming nearly impossible.

Rather than pushing through, we changed our approach.

We made sessions shorter but more frequent, so he wasn’t becoming overwhelmed. We introduced a technique that helped him feel safe when I moved around him and gave him a clear way to opt out without needing to use his mouth. The guardian then continued this work at home, which really helped cement the process between visits.

The change has been gradual, but really positive.

We’ve now been able to introduce scissors and clippers, and with each visit, he’s making more and more progress. The biggest win? His guardian mentioned the vets noticed a big improvement in him at his last appointment too.

When a dog feels safer and more in control, it carries through into other areas of their life.

If your dog finds grooming difficult, it’s often not about the grooming itself; it’s about how they’re feeling during it.

Want to know what 3 things could make a difference for your dog?
⬇️Comment THREE below, and I’ll send you the details.

14/07/2026

David Bailey, eat your heart out... 📸🐶

My phone is absolutely full of photographic masterpieces like this. Google is constantly nagging me to buy more storage, but this cute little nostril was simply too adorable to banish to the deleted folder.

I'm sure fellow groomers can relate to the eternal data-storage dilemma – thousands of photos, all apparently "too good to delete"! 😅

Anyway, can anyone guess the breed from this rather unusual angle?

Bonus points if this dog's guardian identifies their own dog from this close-up! 👃🐾😂

Guesses welcome below ⬇️

09/07/2026

PAW & ORDER CASE FILE #001

When investigating dog shampoos, I don't start with the front label.

I start with the evidence.

The marketing for this shampoo includes phrases such as:

✓ Gentle cleansing
✓ Deep cleansing
✓ Deodorises & moisturises
✓ Long-lasting scent

At first glance, it sounds like a great option.

But as any good detective knows, the front of the bottle is marketing. The back of the bottle is evidence.

When I examined the ingredient list, I found:

🕵️ Fragrance ingredients and fragrance allergens associated with the product's scent profile.

🕵️ Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES), a sulphate-based cleansing agent that may not be suitable for every dog, particularly those with sensitive or compromised skin.

Does this automatically make it a bad product?

No.

But it does highlight why it's important to look beyond the claims on the front and understand what's actually inside the bottle.

Every dog is different, and what works brilliantly for one may not be the best choice for another.

That's why I always encourage dog owners to become ingredient detectives.

🔍 Save this post for the next time you're shopping for shampoo.

📂 Want your first FREE Paw & Order Case File? Comment "CASE FILE" below and I'll send you the details.

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