Shayne’s Pet Grooming

22/02/2024

This is the worse mix you could ever do. I will never groom this type of dog.

19/02/2024

Had a little scare with my health today. While doing my second dog I felt dizzy and light headed. I finished the dog sitting down. Feeling slightly ok in the air I drove to the chemist in Childers to check my Blood Pressure. 76 over 62 was a little scary so down to the GPs who made me sit and relax while my BP came back up. Saw the Doctor who said I no longer need my medication. Medication I had taken for over 20 years due to being obese. I still am but I’m 30 kilos lighter and feeling great for it. It’s been over 23 years since I was as light as I am now. Some of you have shared this and encouraged me. I do apologise for anyone I missed today and I thank you all for being understanding.

12/02/2024

Can’t keep me down for long 🤪😁😁😁the cars back just a little technical hitch but it’s been recalibrated and good to go I will groom from home tomorrow but I’ll be back on the road on Wednesday I will be in contact with those I had to reschedule, a big thank you to those who have kindly bought their dogs to me.

11/02/2024

10/02/2024

08/02/2024

My car has decided that it doesn’t want to budge from the RV area in Childers today I can’t get it out of park so have called up LDV roadside assist who are sending out a technician to prepare it for towing. So looks like I might be out of action for a couple of days

06/02/2024

Sure is and very easy to do.

03/02/2024

31/01/2024

More good advice.

31/01/2024

This is very true. 30 years ago there weren’t as many crossbred dogs nor did they have as many problems or behaviours like most dogs have today.

21/01/2024

I just wanted to share this as a bit of a fun way to education so please no-one get upset.

I own a poodle and shihtzu just so we all know lol. And yup I can get slack at times especially towards Christmas when I am really busy.

We need to understand the difference between a simple knot and matting or pelting.

Knots can happen overnight and can usually be brushed out. Just like our own hair. If not brushed and combed out will tighten and turn into mats, usually takes a few (3 to 4 weeks). They can be be accidentally
missed, especially under the arms, belly, tail and behind the ears.

The more water that’s applied to these knots without a brush or comb cause the knots to tighten turning into larger matting. The larger and tighter it gets the more it will pull on your dogs skin.

This hurts them every time they move when it’s severe. It can turn a nice quiet dog into a raging land shark. And then becomes dangerous not only to themselves but to anyone who touches them.

So when groomers start clipping or trying to brush these pull on their skin. Often if it’s too tight the skin can be caught in the clipper teeth causing the skin to be cut. I have seen many owners try to cut them out with scissors and have this happen.

Anyway, it’s better not to let them become this way with a regular (every 2 to 4 weeks) grooming rather than having them shaved every 6 to 12 months.

I do understand that it can be expensive however it’s in yours and your pets best interest so just have a chat with me.

Oh and please please please start them as young as possible. Don’t let them bite the brush or growl at you. Training is essential to them tolerating grooming and lessen the chances of your groomer being bitten or scratched.

Of course he did Sharon 🙄 ...

18/01/2024

Hahahaha this is true but we do it because we love our jobs and are rewarded by awesome dogs and clients.

And I could've added so many more!



Added to the Etsy shop! 🌟
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11/01/2024

Ok I’m still seeing dogs with mats and it is making me upset. Apart from being bad for my blades etc is not good your dog. They have to be removed before bathing because water tightens them and the dog cannot be washed properly. All matting will pull on your dogs’s skin and can be extremely painful for a dog to even walk. Many times I have been bitten because it has been uncomfortable for the dog. Again not a nice experience for either the dog nor I.

ALL dogs that have been crossed with or have any POODLE breeding in them should be brushed and combed at least once a week. And should start from the day to bring them home. Professional grooming should start around 12 weeks after they have been fully vaccinated. If you cannot achieve this on your own then I suggest either a fortnightly or monthly bath and blow dry depending on the dog’s particular coat. These dogs along with most long haired dogs require a lifetime of grooming and clipping. You should always consider the grooming costs associated with your dog at the time of purchase.

Please do not ask me to brush out any matting anywhere on your dog. This is cruel and yes your dog will be in pain and yes it will yelp. It is only hair and it will grow back. If you want to keep your dog in a long coat brush and comb them weekly. I can help you with advice on all the correct tools you need.

Together lest make your dogs grooming session a nice pleasant one that they will enjoy instead of fearing.

06/01/2024

I hope everyone has had a great Christmas and new year. I’ve really enjoyed my time off. I’ll be answering everyone’s phone calls, messages and texts again starting tomorrow.

I am looking at upgrading the caravan to a nice smallish purpose built dog wash trailer this year. I may have a week or so where I need to be off the road to achieve this. I’m a little excited and sad as my van is 50yrs old and starting to need a lot more TLC than I can give her. But it’s been the best investment I’ve made and was a one of a kind in Queensland.

31/12/2023

Only on holidays when we get to play with our own lol

WE DO NOT PLAY WITH PUPPIES ALL DAY! (Although I'd like to)

My Etsy shop is now open again!!! And this A5 print has just been added!😬

Please note: As of the 1st January 2024 there will be a price increase for all A4/A5 & mounted prints + shipping so now is your chance to grab them whilst they are still low!

If you're looking to decorate your salon/workspace in the New Year or would like some gifts for fellow groomers then I currently have a special offer of 10x A5 prints available for £50 saving you £19!!( you choose the prints) ( free shipping 🌎). This offer will last until the 31st December and will only be available through me on here.

All individual prints can be purchased through my Etsy shop and if your country isn't listed on Etsy please send me a PM as I will ship worldwide. 🌎

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Happy Thursday 😊

24/12/2023

Well this wraps up 2023 for me. Thank you to all my awesome clients both loyals and new. This year has tried me with coved, a break up, the loss of one of my dogs and having to move which saw me back as a mobile groomer. I have had some fun times with my new pup and look forward to doing some more wonderful and wacky designs with colours on him. So from my motley crew of Titan, Chillie and Loki have a very Merry Christmas and a safe New Year. Look forward to seeing you all in 2024 with bigger and better things to come.

22/12/2023

20/12/2023

Raffy is still handsome even though he had to be clipped off short.

19/12/2023

More cute Christmas grooms

18/12/2023

Miss Molly is so photogenic.

18/12/2023

.Merry Christmas Gayndah see you in the new year. Stay safe o er the holidays.

08/12/2023

Well some very sad news to start my day off. I’m going to miss scooby a lot. He was one of my first client in woodgate and one of my oldest. Rest in Peace little buddy. My thoughts are with his young owner and his family.

01/12/2023

Doing a rare Saturday on 9th of December. This will fill quick and will try to stay local. This will be the only weekend before Christmas. 🎄

01/12/2023

I still have some appointments for pre Christmas grooming.

01/12/2023

Due to ongoing aggravated injuries, I am no longer able to do big, large or any dog over 30 kilos. I will keep the clients I already have on my books providing that they are well behaved on the table and the bath. My body is too broken after 30yrs of doing this type of work.

30/11/2023

Amazing what a good bath and blow dry can do. Milo is a 17 year old boy who had a lot of impacted stuck undercoat. He felt a huge difference afterwards.

17/11/2023

This is the last time I will be defending myself to people who do not understand the planning , effort and skill that goes into a creative groom like I have done to my own dog. And other dogs in the past.

If you don’t agree with it then please just keep scrolling. I am aware that it’s not for everyone but this is something that after 30 years of grooming I am looking forward to doing.

There are actually competitions for this style of dog grooming. It’s also a very big trend that’s done by some of the elite groomers in the USA and Japan.

The dye most people use on their own hair is more toxic than the products used on him. I tested these professional products on my own hair before I ever applied them to my dogs. Human products contain harsh chemicals like peroxide. These are vegetable based similar to food colouring.

This type of grooming does not affect the way I groom your pet. I do not judge how you bring me your dog. I always try my best to accommodate everyone. I don’t even really get upset when they are snappy and aggressive when being groomed.

15/11/2023

I probably should post some of the cuties I’ve been doing.