Dappa Dog Groom & Spa

27/08/2025

Happy international dogs day to all our fave four legged pals - woof you xx

19/06/2025

Let’s keep our fury guys cool! A walk isn’t urgent in this heat and remember If the pavement is too hot for your feet (or hands to touch) then it’s too hot for paws 🐶🥰🐾

11/06/2025

We totally agree with this!!! 🤣🤣

22/05/2025

Good advice from our wonderful vet friends

The Sands Veterinary Practice

☀️ Summer is here – and so is the sun! ☀️

🐶 Just like us, our furry friends need protection from the heat and harmful UV rays.

☀️ Here are a few sun safety tips to keep your pets happy and healthy this season:

⏰ Avoid midday walks – Stick to early mornings or evenings when it’s cooler.

🐾 Paw check! If it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws.

🌳 Shade is their best friend – Always make sure your pet has a cool, shaded area to relax.

💧 Hydration is key – Fresh water should always be available.

👁 Keep an eye out for signs of heatstroke like heavy panting, drooling, or lethargy—and if you’re ever unsure, give us a call.

🐕 Let’s keep tails wagging safely this summer!

20/04/2025

I’m taking a couple of days off to support the guys in this challenge - so proud of them and how hard they’ve trained for this! If you can give a small donation it will make a big difference and be hugely appreciated 🙏🩵

Hello! I’m raising £12000 to support the Jordan Dwyer and Landon Crossley Foundation. Here’s my JustGiving page, if you’d like to donate:

Iʼm raising money to support the Jordan Dwyer and Landon Crossley Foundation. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

14/04/2025

Good job we love our jobs, our doggies and our customers! 🥰🐾🐶

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

08/03/2025

Team Dappa Dog Groom & Spa on a fabulous day out at crufts! Dogs, dogs and oh yes, more dogs!!! Great way to celebrate international women’s day with our brilliant girls!

07/05/2024

Hi everyone, just a reminder to check your dogs for ticks! Have taken a few off some dogs in the past few days. If your dog has a tick DO NOT PULL IT OFF WITH YOUR FINGERS, this can leave parts of the tick still attached which can still cause infection. Tweezers are suitable if you do not own a dog tick remover. PLEASE CHECK YOUR DOGS AT HOME

10/06/2023

The Sands Veterinary Practice is a new independent small animal vets practice based in Tarvin Sands (

10/05/2023

One of our favourite cockerpoos Princess Mabel getting summer ready at the spa - including a banana facial and the pawdinary mother fluffer 10 in 1 spray! -ready #

27/04/2023

Some days the clients can’t wait to get in!! 🤣

12/03/2023

We had a wonderful day at crufts - dogs, shopping and more dogs - fab day and loads of ideas too - watch this space!!