Jessie’s Mobile Dog Grooming

26/11/2025

🐾 Why Delaying Your Dog’s Grooming in Winter Isn’t as Cozy as It Sounds! ❄️🐶

As the weather gets colder, many owners think skipping or stretching out grooming appointments will help keep their dogs “warmer.” I totally understand the thought — but here’s why regular grooming is even more important during winter months:

✨ 1. Longer coat doesn’t mean warmer coat
When hair becomes overgrown, tangled or matted, it actually traps moisture and cold against the skin. A well-maintained coat insulates properly — a matted coat does the opposite!

✨ 2. Mats get worse in winter
Rain, mud, damp walks and cosy jumpers all contribute to tangles. If we leave it too long, those small knots turn into painful mats that can only be removed by clipping short.

✨ 3. Skin issues love winter
Dry skin, dandruff and irritation are more common when the coat isn’t brushed or bathed regularly. Grooming helps keep skin healthy and comfortable.

✨ 4. Hygiene doesn’t pause for winter
Snow, salt, grit and dirt build up in paws, feathers and undercarriages. Regular grooming keeps dogs clean, comfortable and safe.

✨ 5. It reduces the chance of a drastic shave
Keeping a steady grooming schedule means we can maintain your dog’s style, avoid painful de-matting, and prevent the need for a short clip later.

🐾💛 A well-groomed coat = a warm, comfortable, happy dog — in every season! 😊👍🐾

31/07/2025

Did you know that all home dog boarders charging for their service are legally required to hold a licence issued by the Council? 🐶

If you’re planning a holiday, or just looking into dog boarding, find details of Animal Welfare licensed boarders on the Council website ➡ https://rdguk.info/public_registers_dqPcw

ℹ This also applies to catteries, breeders, pet shops, and stables.

Find out how to apply for an animal license ➡ https://rdguk.info/welfare_licensing_0kelm

22/04/2025

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

19/03/2025

Right now I am feeling like the unluckiest person in the world 🥺

10/03/2025

PRICE INCREASE
Just a post to let everyone know
Due to rising costs and insurance increases Im giving notice and informing all my clients of a price increase for my grooming services taking effect as of 1st APRIL 2025
I hope you understand the reasoning behind these changes.
All prices will b going up between £3-£10 depending on your breed, size and how well kept the coat is..
Thank you for taking the time to read this message.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of my clients for your ongoing support and thank you for choosing me.

21/11/2024