Pawsome Makeovers by Fran

27/05/2025

CUSTOMER NOTICE!

Due to circumstances beyond my control I am having to close the salon temporarily whilst I relocate to a different premises. Sorry for any inconvenience.

19/05/2025

No show/last minute cancellations.
When I have a no show or last minute cancellation I cannot fit another dog in as this is short notice. I am self employed, I do not earn an hourly wage, nor do I get sick pay, holiday pay etc. If a dog does not come in for its appointment then that's a loss of income and I have overheads such as rent,electric, water, equipment maintenance and renewal etc. This is why I now have a deposit policy in place and why I will not be able to book a dog in again without the missed appointment being paid for beforehand.
Please allow me the courtesy of 48 hours notice if you cannot attend your appointment so that I can at least fit another dog in instead of losing out on income and someone else not being fitted in for their groom! Many thanks for your cooperation and understanding.

14/05/2025

Gorgeous Max in for a summer cut today ❤️

30/04/2025

Gorgeous Arthur the flat coat retriever in for his groom with me today. Such a beautiful boy ❤️

28/04/2025

Back for another groom today ❤️

23/04/2025

CUSTOMER NOTICE!

Due to a bereavement I may have to reschedule some appointments in the next couple of weeks. If your appointment is affected I will contact you to reschedule as soon as possible. Sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

16/04/2025

16/04/2025

Springer spaniel trim

14/04/2025

WHAT YOU DON'T SEE AT THE DOG GROOMERS.......
You dropped your dog off at the salon and picked them up few hours later - fluffy, fresh, and happy. But what you saw was just the tip of the iceberg.

You didn’t see your groomer arrive early to open up the salon, disinfect tools, lay out fresh towels, and check the day’s appointments. You didn’t see them look over your dog from nose to tail before even lifting a brush - checking the coat condition, skin, eyes, ears, nails, and weight.

You didn’t see the careful way they clipped around a wriggly paw, or how they paused to let your dog calm down during the bath. You didn’t notice the matting hidden beneath your dog’s topcoat, or the way the groomer worked slowly to avoid hurting the skin beneath it.

You weren’t there when they spotted a red patch of irritated skin, or a small lump you hadn’t noticed. You heard them gently mention it to you at collection - not to worry you, but because they genuinely care about your dog’s wellbeing.

And after you left, you didn’t see the clean-down , the floor swept, tables cleaned, blades oiled, messages replied to, notes written up for your next visit, and laundry on again.

All of that… for a price that’s often lower than what you’d pay for your own haircut. And your hairdresser?
They don’t have to bathe you, clip your nails, or hold you still while you try to bite the brush.

The truth is ……. dog grooming is so much more than a haircut.

It’s about health, hygiene, comfort, and trust. It’s about knowing dog anatomy, coat types, skin conditions, behaviour management, handling skills, and safe sc******ng techniques. It’s a profession that takes training, practice, and patience.
Most groomers got into this work because they love dogs. But that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be paid fairly for the physical, emotional, and skilled work they do every single day.

If your dog leaves their groomer happy, healthy and looking good - it’s not by luck. It’s because you have got a good groomer.
So next time, take a moment to thank them. Leave a review.

Tip them if you can. And above all - don’t undervalue them.
They’re doing far more than just washing the dog.

If you want to know more about the trade association for pet groomers and how we support them, contact the British Dog Groomers Association a division of the Pet Industry Federation www.petfederation.co.uk

13/04/2025

Previous grooms at Easter time ❤️

09/04/2025

Monty will be feeling much better after getting rid of all that coat ❤️

09/04/2025

Gorgeous 8 month old Monty in for his first ever hand strip with me today. An absolute angel ❤️