Darcey's Groom Room

12/06/2025

Back open on Monday 23rd June! See you soon. 🌞

11/06/2025

Hi all, I hope you’re keeping well?

Just a quick note to let you know that I’m out of the country next week, so if you need to speak to me about anything before I go, please message me before end of day on Thursday 12th June. Messages received after this date will be answered on my return on Monday 23rd. Thanks for your understanding. 🐾🐕‍🦺✂️

06/06/2025

Stunning Audrey following her hand strip this morning. Such elegance and charm, a real joy… 💕

17/04/2025

🐣 Happy Easter Everyone 🐣

Sorry for the lack of communication recently. Life’s been pretty hectic and finding the time to post on social media isn’t always easy.

I just wanted you all to know that the salon is closed from today and will reopen after I’ve taken a much needed break, on Monday 28th April. All messages will be responded to on my return.

I am presently not taking on any new clients as my books are completely full to capacity. I’m sorry for any disappointment this may cause. If anything changes, I’ll be sure to let you know.

My small price increase is now in place and I’ll inform everyone individually of this as I see them over the coming weeks.

I think that’s all for now. I hope you all have an amazing bank holiday weekend spent with family and friends.

See you soon.

Much love, Ruth ❤️🐕‍🦺✂️🐾

14/04/2025

All of this! ❤️

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

23/02/2025

Hi there, I hope you’re all keeping well and that you’ve had a great weekend. Did you enjoy the glimmer of spring we had yesterday? 🌷

Today I attended another Dog First Aid Training Course, to make sure my knowledge is refreshed and up to date. I attend them every three years to make sure nothing is forgotten and anything new is taken onboard.

I highly recommend these courses for anyone that owns a dog, not just dog professionals such as myself. The courses are extremely interesting and informative and you never know when the new skills you have learnt may be needed!

Thanks Chess from Dog First Aid South Midlands for a great day. 🐾

Please check out the link below for further information.

Many thanks and see you soon.

Ruth 🐕‍🦺✂️🐾

https://www.facebook.com/share/1A88Gc9pjq/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Educating Dog Professionals & Owners in Emergency Canine Care - CPD Accredited

Find a course online:
www.dog-first-aid.com/finder

09/02/2025

Just a gentle reminder that diffusers, scented candles, air fresheners and plug ins can be extremely harmful to your dog. If you’ve recently added one of these items to your home and your dog is acting strange or licking itself excessively, remove it straight away, as it may contain toxic ingredients that are slowly poisoning your dog. 🙁

Dog Poisoned by the Diffuser.
On Saturday night, the owner arrived home late, and the dog didn’t recognize him. Given her background as a nanny, she assumed the pup might have been startled awake or even experiencing a night terror. However, on Sunday, the dog was still acting off. That’s when she remembered her new diffuser had been running and decided to turn it off. By Sunday afternoon, things seemed a bit better.

The next day, the dog sitter mentioned that the dog wouldn’t come out from under the bed—a real surprise for a usually cheerful pet. The owner hurried home early and found her dog looking confused and scared once again. Alarmed, she took him to the emergency vet.

It turned out that the tea tree oil used in the diffuser is toxic to dogs. Fortunately, tests showed that his liver was okay, but the situation was still serious. The vet administered fluids under his skin to help eliminate the toxins.

According to both the vet and poison control, these cases are becoming more common as essential oils grow in popularity. They urge everyone to double-check that the oils they’re using aren’t hazardous to their pets. ThePaws.net - All Things Dog

22/01/2025

🐾 CUTENESS ALERT 🐾

On Saturday I finally found the time to take my own dogs for a professional photo shoot. It’s been a while since I’ve had any done!

The lovely Lucie is photographer at Cotswold Pet Photography, within a beautiful little studio in Chipping Norton. I’ve been a fan of Lucie’s work for quite some time and I’m so pleased that I’ve finally had the opportunity to have my dogs photographed by her.

We were there for an hour and a half and my dogs had so much fun. Below are some snippets of her work with them, however I can’t wait to see all her work when I return in a few days.

If you’d like to find out more please take a look at her work and offers on her Instagram page.

If you book an appointment with her, don’t forget to mention you know me!

21/01/2025

I always enjoy my visits from this little lad, Teddy the Cavapoo. 💙

He’s been coming here to have his regular grooms from a young pup and is always impeccably behaved and extremely affectionate. What’s not to love!?! 🤗

19/01/2025

My darling girl turns 6 today! I have no idea where that time has gone. 🙈
❤️ Happy Birthday precious Effy ❤️

06/01/2025

As we all go running full steam into the new year, much like little Bailey pictured below. I just wanted to remind you of a couple of things… 🤗

The salon reopens tomorrow (7th Jan) following my Christmas break.

My reduced working hours start from this month. I will mainly be working a four day week, so booking well in advance is advised. I’m currently fully booked until April, however, my cancellation waiting list remains open to those who wish to be added and are happy to take something that may possibly come up at short notice over the coming weeks.

There will be a small price increase again this year from the new financial year at the beginning of April. Everyone will be advised of this small change nearer the time, as my running costs continue to rise.

I wish you all well for the coming year and hope you haven’t struggled to get back into the swing of things following the Christmas and New Year festivities!

I look forward to seeing you very soon.

Much love, Ruth 🐾🐕‍🦺✂️

31/12/2024

🥳 Happy New Year from myself and my five little scruffy windswept monsters! May it be a happy and healthy one for you all. Much Love as always. 💕🥂🍾🥳