Dog Grooming By Deb And Sue

11/16/2023

The shop is beginning to look festive..

10/27/2023

We decided to support the Palmerston food bank this month. We clipped nails for a food donation and We also purchased food with the money earned during the month.
Please remember pets when donating to food banks/drives .

10/05/2023

Deb and Sue have decided that the time is right for Us to hang up Our scissors and unplug Our clippers for the last time. This decision was made almost 2 years ago so it is not a new one. It will be business as usual until Our last official day of work on December 23 rd and the Shop will close for good at the end of December..

Deb Langlois and Sue Bilton 🐾

10/04/2023

The shop will be closed Friday October 6 to Tuesday Oct 10 @ 10 am for Thanksgiving weekend.. Happy Thanksgiving everyone 🦃

09/26/2023

09/21/2023

We will once again be donating the proceeds from all nail trims in December to local service agencies. We would also like to do a different fundraiser during the month of October..We will do a nail trim for a donation of a bag of cat or dog food which we will donate to the local food bank or rescue….🐾🐾

09/14/2023

We are out of the shop until Tuesday September 26 th..We will answer all phone calls and messages when We return to the shop.
Deb & Sue 🐾

08/30/2023

We will be off from Thursday August 31st until Tuesday September 5 th to enjoy the last long weekend of the Summer…

08/18/2023

We are no longer accepting new clients at this time..

08/02/2023

We will be off for a long long weekend…Thursday the 3 rd until Tuesday the 8 th. Our next available appointment is Wednesday August 16..
Deb & Sue 🐾

07/05/2023

According to a recent survey, nearly half of Canadian respondents leave their pets unrestrained in a moving vehicle. Whether it is for a quick drive to the vet or a long road trip, it’s important to properly secure your dog or cat. Our latest blog article provides tips not only for your pet’s safety, but for yours as well. Click on the link below to find out more.

06/28/2023

We are off for a few days.. We will be back in the shop on Tuesday July 4 th..
Have a safe and Happy Canada Day!!!

05/31/2023

Good Morning..I just want to talk about how clients can reach out to Us regarding booking an appointment/ advice/ questions etc. There are many of You who book appointments on messenger. We are not on the social platforms when We are actively working and will only answer when We have a break or at the end of the work day. I have notifications turned off of messenger but I do check when I can. We do not answer any messages during Our time off..once We leave the shop social media/ emails are left until We return to work.
We deleted Our instagram account because of trying to juggle too many sites to monitor. We have also decided to no longer book appointments on the email ( sorry) .
The best way to reach out to Us is by phone 519-343-3065.. We have voicemail and all messages are retrieved every work day morning and We will leave a message if We are off for holidays etc..
Thank You 🐾🐾🐾

05/19/2023

https://www.mccanndogs.com/blogs/articles/should-you-shave-your-dog-for-summer

We wouldn't want to wear a giant fur coat in the summer, so should your dog? As always, there's no black and white answer. It's entirely dependent on the type of coat your dog carries. Non-Shedding Coats There are several breeds that do not shed. Dogs like Poodles, Soft Coated Wheaton Terriers or Sh...

05/18/2023

We will be off for the May 24 weekend starting tonight ( Thursday )..we will be back into the shop on Tuesday May 23.
Social media messages will be answered when We get back to work.
Please have a safe and enjoyable long weekend.

04/19/2023

A lovely surprise today from long time clients in memory of 1 of Our favourite Dogs..His successor added a little surprise as well…Thank You so much Helen and Tim.❤️🐾

04/19/2023

Now that it's warming up, we're starting to spot ticks! After outdoor time, always check your pets for ticks...and know how to properly remove them!

✅Don’t forget to check between toes, under armpits, inside ears, under collars, & the face!
🔎If you feel a bump or swollen area, look closer for a tick!
🩺If your pet isn’t protected against ticks & Lyme Disease, contact your family veterinarian to find the right preventative products for your pet!
💡Learn more here: https://aercmn.com/tis-the-season-for-tick-prevention/

04/08/2023

Continuing with the Spring has sprung..Today is all about the Winter fleeces. The pictures below are all Dogs who are mixes of Poodle and a double coat. The fluffy undercoat has twisted together with the curly coat..add snow,water and bathing and We get “ sheep fleece”. All of the dogs pictured needed to be clipped short as there is no humane way to safely dematt . We try to get the largest blade under the pelt but sometimes there is no choice. Once the coat is off it is the perfect time to start daily combing/ brushing so hopefully the matts stay away..It is only hair and it always grows back..

04/04/2023

Spring has Sprung and shed is happening..Today I am going to talk about double coats. Double coated means exactly that.. There is a coarse outer coat or guard hairs and a fluffy undercoat. The undercoat keeps the dog warm during the Winter months and then goes p**f as the temps become warmer.
Breeds who are considered double coated are Northern breeds ( Siberians, Samoyed, Malamute, Shiba etc), Golden Retrievers ( and mixes), Bernese Mountain Dogs ( and their mixes) Collies, Shelties, Aussies, Border Collies ( and their mixes), some Terriers and cats.
The 3 pictures I have included are dogs who were ready to “ blow” and the comb out time was very easy and done in less than an hr. We will then bath these dogs with a deshedding product, blow out any loose coat that is left and then crate dry..If a dog comes in who’s coat isn’t ready to come out We will bath with deshed products, blow dry, crate dry and send them home. We will then have them come back in a month or so to hopefully get them brushed out. Each dog sheds on their own schedule…Our own personal dogs blow at different times and sometimes We are just getting coat out in June or July.
We never recommend shaving a double coated breed..the outer hairs protect the skin and allows air to circulate to keep them cool in the summer. To shave a double coat We have to either comb all undercoat out or clip super short under it. Sometimes the guard hairs do not grow back so You get a patchy coat with thicker undercoat. If clipped short the dog is at risk of sunburn,bugs bites,scrapes and scratches and overheating.
Double coats are one of the easiest coats to deal with at home..A good brush through a couple times a week..Check for burrs etc and remove them..A full professional groom in the Spring to remove undercoat, another in the Fall to get coat ready for the Winter and then a good brush, bath, toenails and foot tidy in between will keep your Dog in tip top shape.
How do you know if your dog is ready to “ blow”..You can see what looks like chicken feathers, you can pluck hair out with your fingers..When you can reach in and grab some coat it comes out in clumps…
We enjoy blowing out coats ( but then both of Us are owned by double coated breeds) Deb has Siberian Huskies and Sue has Shiba Inu …
Shed happens…🐾

03/23/2023

Sue is going on a holiday this Saturday..Deb is also taking some time off however will be working a few days ( which are booked) and taking the messages..We will be back into the shop on Tuesday April 11 and Our first available appointment will be the week of April 18 th..
Please leave a message. Messages will be retrieved and call backs will be the week of April 11 ( that includes phone messages and social media).
Have a safe and happy Easter

03/10/2023

Today We are spot lighting nails. We see long and overgrown nails everyday. In fact many times the nails have begun to grow back into the pads. Long nails alter a dog’s foot and also make it hard to walk properly.Many clients feel that We haven’t cut their pet’s nails short enough however We can only cut back to the blood vessel ( quick). The more nails get cut the more the quick moves back. We both cut Our own Dog’s nails weekly/ biweekly.
The chart shows and explains the nail structure. Nails can be done easily at home. Ask Us what supplies You need to do the job. We suggest getting a “pawdicure” once a month to keep nails in good condition.
Cats also benefit from regular nail trims.

03/03/2023

If the Snow storm hits Us hard tonight We will be closed tomorrow..Please watch for updates and if closed We will call tomorrow’s clients tonight ☃️

02/11/2023

Free books..Spring cleaning early..

01/27/2023

The answer to 'what is a professional?' is an individual who earns money by performing a specialised task or activity. Professionals typically undertake significant education and training to build professional skills. A professional requires competence and extensive industry knowledge. They typically obtain and hone their skills through a series of professional examinations, adherence to codes of conduct and the ability to maintain standards of ethics.
Someone asked ( out of the blue) if We are professional Groomers. Through the years We have heard rumours etc saying that neither of Us have actual training..so once again I will answer. Pet grooming is NOT a regulated or licensed profession like Hair dressers. Many years ago there were numerous private schools and options to also apprentice in salons. The Government shut down all but a few schools as they were going to add Grooming to Community Colleges. This hasn’t happened so at the moment there are a few grooming schools open or there is an online option. Anyone can open up a shop and say they are a dog Groomer.
Sue has 35+ years in the profession. She attended Pet’s Beautiful in London and then became the Groomer at the Listowel Vet Clinic ( Clippers).
Deb was employed with the Government of Ontario and when Her job was downsized She decided to retrain and attended Dogs by Bryson in Caledon Ontario. Grooming wasn’t a new thing as She groomed her own dogs for Competition and helped out a local Groomer during busy times..Upon graduating Deb joined Sue at the Vet clinic..
Together We decided to venture out on Our own and Dog Grooming by Deb & Sue was born almost 25 yrs ago.
Yes We are Professionals. We belong to Professional Associations, belong to the Canadian Kennel Club, attend workshops,seminars,dog shows..We continue to take classes with Our Own dogs in performance sports.
We continue to learn new ways to make grooming a great experience for all of Our clients ( old and new).
New equipment, new techniques to keep Our hands and bodies safe and new products that clean and condition without added chemicals.
We have also had a review that said Our Shop was shabby . We moved to this new space for so many reasons.. A larger space , more parking, less traffic for exercising dogs. The larger area allowed Us to put down nonslip matting so dogs can run around and so that We can train Our own dogs. The big bonus is that We can open the back garage door in the warm months and be grooming “ outside”.
I hope that this has answered some questions and cleared up some rumours…
Deb & Sue 🐾

01/26/2023

This movie is perfect for the weather…As you know Deb is involved in Dog powered sports ( not at the level of the dogs in this movie) and this film shows how much the dogs enjoy the run..Racing and running is not abuse..The respect & trust between the mushers and the dogs is amazing..
You can’t push a rope…if people have questions ask away.

Dog Power. It’s a passion shared. Dozens of dog breeds, men, women, young, old, world­ class athletes from all nationalities and athletes with disabilities a...

01/23/2023

We have been having many calls asking if We groom puppies..Yes We do..Yes We love grooming puppies BUT..
We love to get puppies introduced at an early age. A short calm and relaxed first grooming experience can set the stage for the next grooms. We usually just do feet, face,bum,nails and a bath..This short appointment introduces new sounds, combs, brushes, dryers etc..
We suggest that puppies don’t come until after their 2 nd set of shots..This protects them from so many nasty bugs..Right now there are confirmed Parvo cases in and around Our area so we feel better safe than sorry.
You can prepare your puppy for grooming..play with their feet,face and ears..have them stand up on a raised surface such as freezer/ washer..introduce a comb and brush..get them used to sounds of hair dryers etc.Lots of praise and gentle handling ensures a positive outcome…

01/21/2023

So many people ask that Groomers don’t clip their Doodles to look like a Poodle…

01/20/2023

Today I am going to talk about Poodle mixes. They come in all sizes, colours and coat length. These coats are usually hard to maintain as many are a mixture of a Poodle and a double coated breed( Goldens, sheep dogs, Australian Shepherds and Bernese Mountain dogs, Shih Tzus, Schnauzers and Cockers)..Poodles have a curly coat that can be easily clippered to remain manageable however when that coat is mixed with an undercoat issues begin..The undercoat twists together with the curly coat and boom matts.
Many Owners love the look of the big, fluffy abundant coat however it needs constant combing,brushing and grooming to keep it looking it’s best. I have included 2 charts that show which parts need the most attention. If You want Your dog to have a huge coat then they need to be brushed & combed faithfully everyday. Some dogs need to be combed twice a day to keep knots at bay. If the dog gets to swim then they must be totally dried ,brushed and combed as water makes coats matt faster..snow ,rain and frequent bathing also causes matts.
Many of Our friends and colleagues no longer groom “ Doodles” due to the size of the dogs and the huge hard to manage coats. They are very labour intensive and difficult to keep in top condition.
The 3 pictures I have included are matted coats. As professionals We will never attempt to dematt any coat that has a vast amount of matting. This is very painful to the dog and honestly We would never be able to get near them again ( I don’t blame them ). We don’t shave short unless We have to..We always try to get the largest blade through to leave a coat cover.
It is a good idea for Owners to work with their Groomers. Decide how much grooming they want to do at home..What kind of lifestyle does the dog enjoy ( swimming,hiking,laying in the dirt)..are they country dogs..does the dog hate being brushed,combed or pulled on constantly..how often can You afford to have your pet groomed. All of these factors can help You decide what is best for You and Your pet.
As these mixes are just that mixes there are very many coat types going on. Most dogs will not show their adult coats until a year or so ..the texture can change..colour will change.
If there are any questions please ask..
Next week I will talk about the best tools to have at home for grooming..

01/16/2023

Have you been wanting to try harness sports with your dog but don’t know where to start? Ask us about upcoming clinics…

01/09/2023

We are hosting this health clinic again this year..
Eye Clinic

Sleddog Sports Association of Southern Ontario SSASO is proud to announce we will once again be teaming up with the incredible Dr Spiess an authority in the dog optometry field to host an OFA/CERF eye clinic on 25MAR2023 (Sat) in Palmerston, ON open to all sporting dogs

All breeds or mix’s are welcome.

Cost: $55 per dog

Times: 10:00 - 16:00

Registration is open now

To register please send the following information to [email protected]

· Owners Name:

· E-mail

· Dogs Name:

· Dogs S*x:

· Breed:

E-TRANSFER TO

[email protected]

Once you have paid and receive your registration confirmation invoice you will also have to complete the OFA online registration process.

Please note that with multiple events this winter in the works it may take up to a week to receive confirmation.

01/06/2023

Starting this month We have decided to start posting information concerning grooming,coat care, grooming tips, equipment etc. Today is everyone’s chance to post some questions , topics You would like to see addressed, ideas for events etc…

12/22/2022

The Shop is now closed for the Holidays. We will reopen on January 3rd…
Merry Christmas from Deb & Sue and families. Thank You for Your continued support through another year and We are looking forward to seeing You all in the New Year.
The dog in the sky in this graphic is Deb’s boy Sirius ( the dog star).Deb will be at the Fire and Ice festival on New Year’s Eve with a couple of Her Siberians. Drop by and say hi…

12/22/2022

This year We decided to donate all monies from Our December toe nail trims to local Community organizations. We are pleased to say that We have donated $550 to the Anderson’s Christmas dinner, The Lions Club and Blessings.
Thank You to all for supporting Us by adding extra to the jar.
Merry Christmas
Deb Langlois & Sue Bilton

12/15/2022

We are closed today due to the Weather…