Main Street Dogs - Boarding & Training

04/22/2025

We are hiring!!! Looking for kennel staff. Weekends and holidays are a must. Starting pay is $14 per hour. Call for an interview

04/17/2025

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. Credits& Kudos
to British Dog Groomers Association.

04/16/2025

Meet this week’s pack of happy campers! From fetch pros to cuddle experts, these furry guests have made our week extra special! 🐾☺️

04/14/2025

RECLAIMED BY OWNER

🚨Stray🚨

Stray found on Walters Hwy near Colosse Rd in Windsor, Va. If you are the owner or know the owner of this dog, please contact Isle of Wight Animal Services at 757-365-6318. Proof of ownership is required to reclaim. This dog is being held on a 7-12 day stray hold and no adoption applications are being accepted at this time. Thank you

04/11/2025

Main Street Dogs: where the cool pups spend Spring Break! 😊🐾 Happy Friday!

04/10/2025

💜 Miss Millie groomed by Jess 💜

04/10/2025

Sit. Stay. Play. Pamper. Main Street Dogs has tails wagging from check-in to Checkout! 🐾

8294 Main Street, Ivor VA
757-859-5044

04/10/2025

4/10/25- Both dogs have been reunited with their owner!

HAVE YOU SEEN US?!?

Rigby (brown) and Mordecai (black) are missing from the 12000 block of Courthouse Hwy in Smithfield, VA. They are wearing orange and black training collars and they are super sweet boys!
Please contact the shelter at 757-365-6318 if you have either of these dogs in your custody or have seen them in the area.
Thank you!

04/08/2025

Strengthen the bond between you and your canine companion with help from Main Street Dogs. We offer many services including one on one training sessions, board and trains (2,3, and 4 week), boarding, daycare, and grooming.

Contact 757-859-5044 for more information. Pictured below are Buffy and Saphy practicing their “Place” with Mr. James 🤩

04/08/2025