The Dashing Canine

05/21/2026

Ringo and I in the World Grooming Invitational Championship at Intergroom!

05/17/2026

05/14/2026

We will be closed 5/14-5/17 for the Intergoom Expo and the Invitational World Championships!

Wish Us Luck!!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day 💐🌷🌹

11/20/2025

Little something from the trip to Australia where I was able to teach three seminars covering all things poodle! This was from our first stop in Brisbane!

11/20/2025

Lady Willow and I 🙌

09/11/2025

✨ Important Update ✨
The Dashing Canine will be closed September 11–14 as we celebrate Kayla & Evan’s wedding! 💍🐾

We’ll be back to pamper your pups right after the festivities. Thank you for your understanding and support during this exciting time! 💕

08/07/2025

"Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is the second most common heart disease in dogs. In recent years, concerns have been raised regarding a potential association between grain-free dog foods and the development of DCM.

To evaluate this possible connection, this study randomized healthy adult dogs to one of four complete and balanced diets, each formulated with different ingredients, to assess their impact on cardiac function and overall health over an 18-month period.

The diets included:

A grain-free diet with potatoes and peas
A grain-inclusive diet with peas and pea fiber
A grain-inclusive diet without peas or potatoes
A grain-free diet with potatoes

No changes in cardiac function were observed between the grain-free and grain-inclusive groups, and taurine levels remained unaffected by diet.

These results show that foods designed to provide similar nutritional profiles—regardless of specific ingredients—supported heart health in healthy adult dogs. This study highlights the importance of balanced, high-quality nutrition in maintaining canine heart health."

06/01/2025

Some of our adorable spring clean ups!

04/12/2025

✨ Friday Focus ✨

“There’s always room to be happy—win or lose.
Because no matter what, my dog and I are already champions.”
— Kayla Croteau

This quote says it all. It’s not just about scores or ribbons—it’s about heart. It’s about showing up, putting in the work, and stepping into the ring with the dog who’s been by your side through it all.

Kayla Croteau has earned her place among the Top Ten on GroomTeam USA, not just with skill, but with soul. Her journey is a reminder that success isn’t just measured in trophies—it’s found in the quiet moments of connection, in the hours of practice, and in the joy of doing what you love with the one who wags their tail for you no matter the outcome.

Here’s to passion. To perseverance. To never forgetting why we started.

Congratulations, Kayla—your journey inspires us all.