Darcey's Groom Room

15/08/2025

The salon is now closed until Tuesday 26th August so I can take my last little break of the summer and hopefully see some sunshine. 🌞 I don’t feel like I’ve seen much of the beautiful summer we’ve had this year due to working such long days! 😴

I’m going to be heading down to the Isle of Wight for most of the week, so I’ll answer all my messages on my return to the salon and when I’m back in working mode.

I look forward to seeing you all soon.

Much love, Ruth ✂️🐕‍🦺🐾

09/08/2025

Whether you agree with dogs sleeping on beds or not, everyone is entitled to their own opinions on this! I however know it’s where my own dogs have a preference to be, especially when I’m in it. I love them all wholeheartedly, so it’s totally fine by me! ❤️

02/08/2025

I have to admit that I strongly agree with this! Especially when you’re experiencing a bit of burn out! They always seem to understand… 🐾

The time I spend with my own dogs is always when I’m at my most zen, they are my absolute world. 🌎

Whether you’re surrounding yourself with the human kind this weekend, your canine companions, or a mixture of both, have a great one! 🤗

10/07/2025

Hi there, me again. 🐾

Due to a combination of the extreme heat and being in great pain from a knee injury that I obtained from a fall on the 1st July, I have had to make the difficult decision to close the salon for the coming week. This is to both avoid people bringing their dogs out in the full heat of the day and to give myself a bit of time to recuperate. I totally realise that this is not ideal, as I only returned from holiday three weeks ago, but I have been able to move many of the appointments to nearer the end of the month, when I was supposed to be away. Please understand that my injury can’t be helped, it’s the result of an accidental fall, these things happen and I can only apologise profusely for having to reschedule. It’s really not been fun working in both the heat and in extreme discomfort since it happened last week.

The salon will reopen on Tuesday 22nd July, when hopefully it’s cooler and I’m fully recovered.

Thanks to all of you that have been so understanding with the changes I’ve had to make.

Much love, Ruth 💕

06/07/2025

Hi there, I just want to say a big thank you for your continued custom and loyalty to my services. It’s so massively appreciated and I wholeheartedly think the world of my customer base.

Sorry I don’t post lots of photos like other groomers do, I simply don’t have the time between clients to take photos, as I’m always busy clearing up and trying to accommodate as many of my clients as possible. I always enjoy receiving photos from you when you get home though, maybe I’ll start posting more of those if I can find the time! 💕

Anyway, I just had the urge to thank you and share my appreciation of you all. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and we’ll catch up soon.

Much love, Ruth 🐾✂️🐕🐩🐕‍🦺

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 🐕‍🦺✂️🐾

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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