It's A Paw Thang

05/25/2025

We will be closed on Sunday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.

05/11/2025

Happy Mother's Day to all the mom's out there.

In honor of all mom's we will be closed on Sunday, enjoy your day with family and take time for yourself!

05/06/2025

Oliver says Thank You Jade for my makeover, I feel so much better! The weather was so scary, but I felt safe with you and was a trooper for my groom!

04/22/2025

Everyone loves Lung Bites "aka puppy crack", even crazy humans! Don't delay, come by It's a Paw Thang and get your supply today.😁

04/14/2025

Even though this is from the UK it appears here in the US also.

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

03/29/2025

There are some graphic images on this post. I know there are a lot of people who love the retractable leashes, but ask any groomer, they are not a fan. This article is well written and explains why retractable leashes are not the best invention ever.

03/28/2025

And they called it puppy love....Otis loves his groomer Victoria Truong !

03/25/2025

Took me a minute to figure this out, but I did.

In 2024, we performed 3,411 grooms! This is just grooms, I don't know how many staff washes, self-serves, or nail trims we accomplished. I know we were busy and I appreciate all of our great clients and all of my awesome employees. Couldn't have accomplished it without each and everyone of you, Thank you! 🥰🥰🥰

03/23/2025

Look at this little cutie, this is his before and after today.

03/14/2025

Look at this little cutie. She was a rescue from Apollo Support & Rescue for Abandoned Dogs and she came in for her first groom.

01/29/2025

Hey everyone, I have great news. We now have a total of 5 groomers! What does that mean....we have grooming appointments available. My cancelation list is down to nothing for the next month and I have select spots available for grooming. So if you are wanting to get your pup in for grooming, give us a call at 940-441-1109.

01/09/2025

Due to the forecasted inclement weather we will be closed on Thursday, January 9th. Currently we plan to open on Friday, however, that will depend on the road conditions. If we are able to open we may open with later in the morning giving the roads time to clear. Everyone stay safe and indoors if you can, especially keep your pets indoor.

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