For the Love of Dog

02/08/2022

Where has the time gone?! Can't believe I've been in business for 6 years!

02/07/2022

February 7, 2022:

Notice RE: Emergency Water Shut Off

The Town of Harbour Grace would like to inform residents that due to a water leak, there is an emergency water shut off today, Monday, February 7, 2022.

Some residents may experience a decrease in water pressure and others may have no water at all.

Crews are working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.

The Town apologizes for any inconvenience.

https://www.hrgrace.ca/residents/community-notices/

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01/08/2022

01/07/2022

Betty White was an avid animal lover. She'll be forever missed. We're sharing this new challenge for Betty's 100th birthday on January 17. Donate to SPCA NL or any of our branches during the month of January, make sure to add "In Memory of Betty White", and you'll be entered to win an SPCA NL t-shirt.

You can donate here http://www.spcanl.com/donate/

And learn more about Betty's love of animals in this CNN article
https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/02/us/betty-white-animal-charities-iyw/index.html

01/03/2022

Hello, to my valued clients, I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. With the rising cost of living I'm announcing as of February 1, 2022 there will be a price increase on grooming services. This will be the first of 2 price increases this year. The second being in September.

I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME

Pricing changes effective February 1, 2022

Prices start at $55 for a full groom
(Full groom includes bath, dry, ear cleaning, nail cut, trim and tidy. I DO NOT offer a**l gland services)

Small dogs
Yorkie, Maltese, Shih tzu, Havanese $55-$60

Medium dogs
Bischon, Spanials $65-$75

Large breed dogs
Doodle (full size) $80-$100
Retriever $60-$75
Newfoundland $150+

De-matting (if possible) $15 per 15 minutes

Early drop off $15 per 30 minutes
Late pick up $15 per 15 minutes
(Please see policies)

Price will be given at time of grooming appointment and MUST be paid before dog leaves. EMTs MUST be sent and confirmation number given to me before dogs are picked up.

Prices are subject to change and are based on behavior, coat type and condition.

Courtney Clarke owner/operator

12/23/2021

Thanks again to all my clients for a wonderful year!! I'll be reopening on January 4, 2022 and will return messages then. Have a safe and happy holiday season!

Courtney

12/16/2021

Heidi wants you to remember to pick up after your dog! There are bags in the shop and on the gate.

12/14/2021

Going forward, EMT payments MUST be sent before picking up your dog. This has been a policy for a while but I haven't been enforcing it.
You would not go to Wal Mart, take your things, and tell them you'll pay when you get home. I have had to remind too many people for payment. That is not my job. I expect to be paid for my services when you are picking up. From now on, dogs will not be released to their owners until payment is sent. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

12/13/2021

I only have a select few cat clients... Cats are difficult to groom and most times you need two people to handle a cat. I stopped grooming cats 2 years ago but kept on a select few that are really good. Sadie is one of those cats. :)

12/12/2021

Fergus is all ready for Santa Paws!

12/10/2021

This is my busiest time of year. Please make sure you are on time for drop off and pick ups and that EMTs are sent before you pick up your pets! Tips are not required but some of my clients like to get me a little gift this time of year... While it's greatly appreciated, I'm not a big fan of chocolate. Homemade baked goods and monetary tips are my favourite! Can't wait to see your pooches! Happy Holidays!

11/25/2021

Auction starts at 8pm tonight. Go bid on the free groom and a regular spot on my client list if you aren't already a client!!

11/20/2021

Wilma looks so cute sporting her coiffed winter coat. This picture makes her look big but she only about 5-10 lbs.

11/19/2021

I have donated one free groom (dog must be 30 lbs or under) with a regular spot for a NEW CLIENT (current clients welcome to bid as well) to the Baccalieu Trail SPCA auction. The auction starts on November 25 and you can join the group by following the link below. Keep in mind that this is NOT for a Christmas appointment. I am still booked for the remainder of the year, but it does allow for one new client starting in the new year. All proceeds go back to the shelter. I do not guarantee that the client will be kept on if there are behavioral issues. Happy bidding!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1421850941459397/?ref=share

11/12/2021

Just a few reminders:

If your dog p**ps, there are bags on the inside handle of the fence. I also have p**p bags in the shop. Please pick up after your dog(s)!

All payments MUST be paid before you leave with your pet! I can not stress this enough. If you go to Wal Mart and tell them you'll send payment when you get home, they're going to tell you to leave your things and come back with money. I should not have to hassle people for payment.

I no longer do reminder calls. It takes up time that I just don't have to remind people of their appointments. We're all adults. Write it on a calendar or set an alarm on your phone.

Going forward, fees will be charged for late pick up and no show. This is not a hobby. This is my job. If you don't show, I don't get paid.

Thank you for understanding.

11/01/2021

Happy International Pet Groomer Appreciation Day!

A good groomer knows being a pet groomer is a work of art and heart! Groomers have such a passion for their profession and for the pets they care for. Thank you to groomers around the world who care for dogs and cats as much as we do!

10/29/2021

Thanks to all my clients for making this a great year. I will still be keeping a wait list for any appointments that might become available for current clients.

10/21/2021

Updates for entrance requirements. When dropping off your dog, I will be meeting everyone at the door for drop off. I will not be checking vaccine passports but will be limiting having people in the shop. If you need to come in or this is your first time coming for grooming, MASKS ARE MANDATORY!! Thank you.

10/18/2021

I am currently NOT accepting any new clients. I understand that a lot of people in the area are seeking a groomer right now. I have taken as many as I can without jeopardizing my own clients. I am also not seeing any clients that have not been to my shop in the past year.

Current Clients:
I have 3 appointments remaining for the rest of the year. Please book now if you need an appointment. I am not able to squeeze anyone in this year. I will be taking a Christmas wait list up to 5 dogs.

10/15/2021

Girlwiththedogs on Tiktok and YouTube
She's a groomer in Ontario

10/15/2021

I have 10 Ruffle tickets left to sell before I pass them in tomorrow night! Please message to purchase. They are $10 each and the proceeds go to the shelter. Potential payout of $5000!

10/10/2021

Only a few appointments left in November and I'm officially booked for the rest of the year!! Message me now to book before they're all gone!

10/05/2021

Please keep your dog, yourself, and others, safe by using a traditional leash.

09/22/2021

Doodles!!

Handsome Henri gets a total transformation.Follow Henri on Instagram: https://instagram.com/henritheaussiedoodle?utm_medium=copy_linkBIG THINGS ARE COMING WH...

09/18/2021

09/18/2021

⚠ Masks will be required in indoor public spaces effective midnight tonight ⬇ Please see the below thread from Dr. Fitzgerald (via twitter.com/CMOH_NL)

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⚠ Effective midnight tonight, the special measures order requiring masks in indoor public spaces will be in effect.

Masks will be *required* in the following settings:

o public transit, including buses, taxis, car services and public areas of ferries;
o retail businesses, shopping malls, community markets and service companies;
o common areas of an office building that is accessible to the public;
o common areas of tourist accommodations such as hotels and cottages;
o places where municipal or government services are offered to the public;
o places of worship and funeral homes;
o cinemas, theatre and performing arts venue;
o indoor entertainment venues;
o a rental room, community centre, or other venue used to host gatherings;
o a sports-related clubhouse;
o community museums and historic site;
o bingo halls, fitness centres, dance and yoga studios;
o arenas and other places where sports or recreational activities are practiced;
o restaurants and lounges; and
o post-secondary educational institutions including colleges, universities and trades schools.

We have been closely monitoring the epidemiology outside our province and we are seeing a substantial rise in COVID-19 cases across Canada.

The is now the dominant strain in Canada & among our provincial cases. This variant is more easily transmitted & causes more severe illness than the orig. COVID strain. In response, most jurisdictions are escalating public health restrictions to curb the spread of the virus.

🏫 K-12 schools: masks are required on school buses as well as in common areas of the school. Students in Grades 4 to 12 are required to wear masks at all times while in school. Staff are also required to wear masks at all times while in school. This is the same as previously.

🏢 Private offices and workplaces that are not open to the public are excluded from the requirement; however they may implement their own masking policies.

🧒 Masks are not required for children under the age of 5, and people with physical or mental health conditions that prevent them from wearing a mask.

The increased transmissibility of the delta variant will require more of us to be fully vaccinated to provide community protection.

🙏🙏🙏 I urge any of you out there who are not fully vaccinated get vaccinated. As always, we will continue to watch the epidemiology and when we are back in a place where we feel it is safe to remove the mandate, we will do so.

Masking will not be forever.

Have a safe and enjoyable weekend. Newfoundland and Labrador. ♥

09/06/2021

Now booking Christmas appointments!

Christmas appointments fill up fast so book now to avoid disappointment! Limited spaces available!

09/03/2021

Now offering colours!!! For an added $15 charge, choose from 6 colours! Or mix and match! Your pet's hair must be white or light enough to colour.

09/02/2021

With school starting again my hours of operation will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9-3:30. Weekend appointments are full at this time and there are no evening appointments. Please see the updated shop policies as well. See you soon!

08/31/2021

Hampers available for Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving
Vegetable Hampers

We are selling Vegetable Hampers that will arrive in time for Thanksgiving. Yum!!

Just $16 for 15 lbs of veggies - potatoes, carrot, cabbage and turnip. Pick up in Bay Roberts at our Thrift Store around Oct 7th. Times to be announced.

Orders and payment can be:
- emailed to [email protected]
- dropped off to our Thrift Store during regular business hours
- dropped off to the shelter between 1-4 pm daily.

Please place orders by October 1.

Want to share these awesome veggies? Purchase a hamper for the foodbank and we will deliver to them before Thanksgiving. Giving to the Foodbank will support the animals.

Thank you to everyone in advance for their support and thank you to Backside Acres (Butterworth Farms).

08/29/2021

BT SPCA Walk for the Animals is coming up in September. Get your sponsor sheet now.

Our annual Walk for the Animals will be held at the Shelter (46 Gullies Road, Tilton) on Saturday September 18, 2021. (Sunday if weather does not permit) Registration begins at 1:30PM and the walk will start at 2PM.
Teams of 10 or less, and individuals can request sponsor sheets by emailing
[email protected] or by calling 596-SPCA(7722) for alternate arrangements.

You do not need a dog to walk and if you can't attend the event we are accepting virtual walks this year as well!

There will be prizes and activities. Beverages and food TBD by covid restrictions at that time. Keep watching our social media for updates!!

Email [email protected] for more
information.

08/26/2021

Happy National Dog Day from Luna, Java, and Lucy!!

08/16/2021

Update September 2: NO LONGER ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. PLEASE CHECK BACK LATER FOR OPENINGS.

08/13/2021

Double back dew claws. One has never been cut. Photo edit credit to Reese who made it look like The Nightmare Before Christmas.