Kara's Stationary Grooms

03/06/2025

This is a crucially important lesson!

14/05/2025

More specifically, they're a pair of boxers

12/05/2025

https://www.the-purrfectpaws.com/journal/x14ju8yghl278cqo7xrm8wl0944ynz

Just to let you know, I have a newly born blog on my website!

[Fear Free] is a teaching method geared towards the animal's emotional well being in order to facilitate cooperation in getting the service done. ….The professional must be able to properly assess the animal and the animal's capabilities at the time of service to determine how far to go in

10/05/2025

Looking for one more review/recommendation from a colleague/customer to complete my Master Canine Stylist program!

10/05/2025

27/04/2025

Good for another two years!

23/04/2025

Hello Friends and Valued Customers!

I am requesting your help. I have enrolled in a Master Canine Stylist program for my 21st year in the grooming biz and need some references and testimonials from you! This program is geared to test established groomers in their skills and knowledge to become ‘certified’ under potential state regulations. While New York State is currently unregulated in the grooming industry, I prefer to be on top of changing laws and regulations. Many of you may not be aware that I became a professional groomer through an apprenticeship in Virginia. While it was an excellent first step, I motivated myself to continue my education through online courses and trade shows, like Barkleigh, the Master Groomer Behavior Specialist diploma from Whole Pet Grooming Academy, Fear Free, and AKC’s Salon S.A.F.E. This is simply the next step for me.

If you have the time to write and agree to be a reference, please email me your statement, and if you wish, a pic of your pet! What I’m looking for is a reason why you wanted me as your pet groomer and why you are pleased with my work.I’m happy to also showcase your praises on my website, www.The-purrfectpaws.com. My email is [email protected]

Thank you!

19/04/2025

New signage!!

14/04/2025

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.

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

23/02/2025

I want to let all of my current and future customers know that the latest "lose control" trend going on social media whew groomers blow very fast moving air into the faces of dogs to match crazy music is NEVER EVER EVER CONDONED ON MY TABLE.

This act creates fear and mistrust and makes the grooming infinitely more difficult and challenging for the dog, the groomer, and puts your dog at risk for a multitude of medical issues.

This act and "trend" is not condoned by ANY Groomer/stylist that cares about the welfare and safety of your pet. This week, I will try and record obscenely boring video clips of dogs being dried. And if you start yawning because there's no action and drama, it means the dog is very comfortable with the process. It is how every dog should be.

BTW, this is the only one I condone

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/15j1tzQcuB/

14/02/2025