The Barker Shop Dog Grooming Salon

09/05/2024

Due to personal reasons the salon is closed until September
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01/09/2020

Just an update; Schools are back and so am I! 3 weeks open and all is good. Again, I would like to thank you all for your understanding and well wishes during my downtime 😁

13/07/2020

Hi All

Apologies for my absence but unfortunately I have been unwell (non covid) and although I am awaiting test results and appear to be on the mend, I plan to reopen on 10th August. My sister and daughter took up the reigns while I was in hospital and I can't thank them both enough for doing such a wonderful job at looking after you all so well.

Many thanks for your well wishes and patience,

Siobhán

06/05/2020

Just now : King Charles escapee, Church Road, Greystones

https://www.facebook.com/groups/GreystonesOpenForum/permalink/2874810582554408/

02/05/2020

COVID 19 UPDATE - REOPENING
Further to the announcement yesterday of phasing in opening up, the cogs should begin turning on 18th May (Phase 1) and we should be fully operational by 8th June (Phase 2).

I will still be practicing appropriate measures of one dog in the salon at any one time (or multiple if from same household) to reduce crossover contamination, should any exist. I will not be facilitating drop in's to make an appointment as my door will be locked once I have a dog inside, so I would be grateful if you would make appointments by phone or FB message. I am also planning on getting a facility for card payment, should you wish. If you would like to book an appointment, please contact me from next Tuesday 2nd May.

Thank you so, so much for your patience at this time and I look forward to seeing you all in the not too distant future.

Siobhán

24/03/2020

COVID 19 UPDATE - Tuesday 24th March
Due to the government announcement today, I wish to advise that the salon will be closed for the forseeable future until we hear otherwise. Again, I would like to thank everyone for their patience at this time and wish everyone safe.

Below is a list of 'essential' outlets which will remain open.

The National Public Health Emergency Team has recommended that all non-essential retail outlets close. All other retail outlets are to implement social distancing.

15/03/2020

To all my clients,

In this ever changing time of COVID19, I would like to inform you that I am still open for business until the government and officials say otherwise. However, due to the outbreak I have changed my policy to 'one dog in the salon at any one time' (or multiple if from same household) to allow for further sterilising and hygiene practices between client appointments.

Although the doctors, vets and scientists believe, at this time, that dogs do not transmit this virus to humans, infected humans may transmit very low dose of infection to their dogs. Therefore, general hygiene practices such as hand washing after touching your pets is advised and not letting your dog lick your face. If you do get infected with COVID19, your pet should be quarantined within the home as your two legged family members are and minimising contact between you and your pet is encouraged.

I would like to thank you for your patience and understanding at this time and wish you all safe.

Siobhán

INFORMATION;
https://vetmed.illinois.edu/pet_column/coronavirus-pets/

The Center for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC) has released the following statement:

“While this virus seems to have emerged from an animal source, it is now spreading from person-to-person in China. There is no reason to think that any animals including pets in the United States might be a source of infection with this new coronavirus. To date, CDC has not received any reports of pets or other animals becoming sick with COVID-19. At this time, there is no evidence that companion animals including pets can spread COVID-19. However, since animals can spread other diseases to people, it’s always a good idea to wash your hands after being around animals.”

31/12/2019

Hoping everyone had a lovely Christmas and I'd like to wish you all a Happy New Year for 2020. May I also take this opportunity to thank all my wonderful clients in 2019 for their snuggles, cuddles and trust and to their owners for the banter, chats and trust too xx

22/10/2019

https://www.facebook.com/112303228782980/posts/2778017342211542/

12/02/2019

If dogs were Marvel characters .....

31/12/2018

I hope everyone had a a very merry Christmas;
And here's wishing you all a happy & peaceful New Year

03/09/2018

As you may know, I love this charity and all they do

https://www.facebook.com/85223717093/posts/10156640449767094/

We have an exciting new opportunity for volunteers in the Cork City/ suburbs area and South Dublin/North Wicklow area to get involved in the training our very young puppies for an 8 week period. You will be required to attend training sessions once a week where you will learn all about puppy training and early socialisation. It will involve the puppy living with you for this period of time. Please get in touch if you are interested [email protected]