Ruff Around the Edges Pet Salon LLC

04/29/2026

Buddy and Lexi! Can you believe Buddy will be 15 this summer!?

03/05/2026

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It’s tough to get a dog comfortable at the groomer without real effort at home.

You can’t expect a relaxed, happy grooming experience if the only visits happen when the coat is severely matted or when brushing has been neglected for months. Switching groomers every single time also destroys any chance of building trust and familiarity.
Consistency is everything.
• Brush regularly at home (daily or every few days, depending on coat type) to prevent mats, keep the skin healthy, and make grooming sessions shorter and less stressful.
• Take any “homework” your groomer gives seriously, whether it’s specific brushing techniques, tools, or handling exercises.
• Work with your team: your vet (for any anxiety or health issues), a positive-reinforcement trainer (especially for fear or desensitization work), and a consistent groomer who understands your dog’s needs.

You build a confident groom dog through action, not hope.

Start desensitization early: gentle handling of paws, ears, face, and body paired with high-value treats; introduce grooming tool sounds and vibrations gradually (like a quiet electric toothbrush or clipper buzz at low volume); keep sessions short and positive so your dog learns that touch and grooming mean good things. Regular, low-pressure visits to the same groomer (even just for quick “happy visits” with treats and no full groom) help a lot.
It takes time and patience, but the payoff is huge: a dog who walks into the salon tail-wagging instead of trembling. You’re doing the right thing by stressing this. Too many owners skip the hard parts and then wonder why their dog hates it.
If you’re dealing with a specific situation (like a fearful dog or a breed prone to matting), feel free to share more details. I can help brainstorm tailored steps!

02/23/2026

02/05/2026

Just thought I would share this! They do an amazing job! 🐾🫶

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT. In honor of spay neuter month and thanks to a very generous donation, we are DISCOUNTING cat neuter appointments by $20 for the remainder of February (discount will be applied at time of service for cat neuter appointments performed in February). You can find our low income and regular neuter prices listed on our website. Hurry and head over to our website to book your spot before they all fill up.

02/04/2026

I have a handful of appointments left for the month of February! 🤗❤️🐾

Even though we are in the depths of winter, Spring will be here soon! Be sure to book appointments well ahead of time, as Springtime is the start of the busy season at my shop 🌸☀️

~Kiley 🐾🐾

01/14/2026

My business has been nominated in the Pet Services Pet Boarding/Grooming category! What an honor!

Thank you to all of my loyal clients- all of you already make me feel like a winner day in and day out. I love my job! 🤗🐾

Voting ends 1/31!

01/02/2026

Updated January Availability
**I am able to take new clients! 🐾🤗**

12/30/2025

My New Year’s resolution is to take more pictures of my wonderful clients! Here’s a start 🤗🫶🐾

12/23/2025

As we say goodbye to 2025, I wanted to be sure to say how incredibly grateful I am for all of my wonderful clients!

It’s truly an honor to care and love all of your pups. I feel so lucky to have a career I adore so much!

I look forward to taking care of your pups in 2026 and am extremely excited for my business to continue to flourish and grow this year!

Love,
Kiley 🐾☃️❄️❤️

12/10/2025

Just a friendly reminder that I have gift certificates available for purchase!! The perfect gift for the dog lover in your life ❄️☃️🐾