Dog Zen Groom Room

08/02/2025

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08/02/2025

A Jekle and Hyde case here: eight month old pup’s first groom presented with no vices, turned into a dragon during parts of the groom and most likely would have been turned away in a salon. There was little warning and went into full blown reaction, BUT this is a learning opportunity for it to accept the grooming process in a positive way, so we worked on the kinks and got through the groom and hopefully will continue to get better with future grooms 🤞🏼.

07/31/2025

Needed some extra Zen before grooming today; my groom dog was great; I had to release many outside factors to reach a state of calm.

07/31/2025

After I do a pre brush, I typically bathe and wet brush while the conditioner sits on the coat, it comes off really well and reduces the mess when force drying 👍🏻.

07/29/2025

I try to stay in a state of calm, your energy is everything ✌🏻.

07/21/2025

From the Heart fundraiser returns to Paso Robles Sept. 27 - https://pasoroblesdailynews.com/from-the-heart-fundraiser-returns-to-paso-robles-sept-27/212856/

07/19/2025

It was a Husky day. This beautiful tri pod was a pretty good girl for the lengthy grooming process. She only expressed her dislike (bark, bark) a couple times 😆.

07/19/2025

So, okay, I did his groom earlier this afternoon and it was a battle of will between us, so we met in the middle and I did what I could do with a set of clippers. I had to be mindful of positioning because he does have some arthritis in his spine and had tissue repair surgery on his hind end the beginning of the year, but at least I was able to get some hair off his wirey little body.

07/18/2025

A Meade Canine Rescue that is not a super fan of the grooming process but I getter’ done. His Mom still loves him and in the end, so do I, but I’m not sure it is reciprocated 🫤. We both try our best ✌🏻

04/26/2025

If your dog’s nails are starting to look like this it’s time for a trim. Contact me www.dogzengroomroom.com

04/18/2025

This French Brittney was a perfect gentleman for his groom and ready for the Easter Holiday 😀🐣

04/14/2025

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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