Tails to Tell Pet Grooming

08/09/2024

Did you know that many cats and dogs have a dominant paw?
Researchers used various ways to tests this theory. With dogs they would give a Kong toy filled with food and see with which paw the dog would hold the toy. Cats would get a food puzzle and would be noted for which paw they would use to solve the puzzle.
Male cats tended to be left paw dominant, where as female cats were right paw dominant. Dogs were more ambilateral (equally comfortable with using both paws), and there was no preference shown between genders. Which is your pet's dominant paw?

08/03/2024

For those of you anxiously awaiting the answer to today's breed trivia, it is indeed the Border Terrier!
The Border Terrier was recognized by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1930. This breed is well known for being hard core when they are working, but are friendly and affectionate family dogs. The Border Terrier originated in the country along the Northumberland and Scotland border. They were bred as working dogs to work in tandum with foxhounds for (you guessed it) foxhunting, but not the British sport of foxhunting, they were used to protect flocks of sheep.

08/02/2024

For today's fun fact, I'm going to do things a bit differently. I'm going to post a picture of a dog, and I want you guys to guess what breed it is!
At the end of the day, I will tell you guys the breed and a couple of facts about them! You guys ready?! Here it is:

07/27/2024

Time for today's fun fact!
Dogs have a third eyelid. This is called the nictitating membrane. This eyelid adds extra protection to the dog's eye as well as helps remove debris. This eyelid keeps the eye moist by spreading tears across the eye. It also produces 50% of a dog's tear. This eyelid usually isn't visible.

07/26/2024

Some super significant and fun transformations! 💕🐶😊

07/26/2024

Some more client photos!! 💕💕💕💕 Love my clients!

07/20/2024

Today's fun fact is another breed fact!
Day's breed is the Xoloitzcuintli. This breed is a Mexican Hairless Breed.
The Xoloitzcuintli was recognized as a breed by the American Kennel Club in 2011.
This breed is in the non-working breed group.
The Xoloitzcuintli originated in Mexico at least 3,000 years ago.
The Xolo's were bred as a companion dog, and were considered sacred by the Aztecs and were often sacrificed and buried with their owners when they passed away to watch them on their journey to the next world.
This breed comes in three different sizes, toy, miniature, and Standard. They can come hairless and full-coated.

07/15/2024

So I had a bit of a crazy day Friday from grooming my awesome clients, to having to prep my poodle for a seminar and I forgot to post a fun fact. In place of that, here is a funny Monday meme that I figured you guys would appreciate! 😁

07/11/2024

Do you believe me when I say this is the same dog? Cute little Pippa!! 🐶❤️

07/11/2024

Well, as per usual, I'm a bit behind on posting client photos, so here are some! 💕😊

06/29/2024

Did you know, yawning is contagious to dogs just like it is with people?
There have been multiple studies over the years, but the cause remains unknown, however, it is clear that dogs are more likely to mimic people they trust.

06/22/2024

And miss Sadie!

06/22/2024

One of my favorite grooms of the week! Meet Timber! 💕

06/22/2024

Today's fun fact:
Cats have an extra scent organ. This organ is called the vomeronasal organ and is located inside the naval cavity. This organ opens up into the roof of the cat's mouth. They will open their mouths while smelling things to use this organ.😺

06/17/2024

Hello all of my awesome clients!
I missed Fun Fact Friday! But that's because I was super busy at the West Coast Groom Fest all weekend! It was so awesome! I had three days worth of seminars with some incredible groomers! Bought some super cool things and just had a blast! I'm excited to bring these tips and tricks that I learned into my salon!

06/17/2024

Otis! 🐶

06/07/2024

Today's fun fact is a quick snippet about the Basenji!
The Basenji was recognized by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1944. This breed originated in Africa and is an AKC candidate as one of the oldest breeds as remains of dogs closely resembling the Basenji were found in Ancient Egypt. They were brought up the Nile and given to the Pharaoh's as beautiful gifts.
The Basenji is a barkless breed. Known for their agility, speed and sense of smell the Basenji makes a good hunting partner. Although they might be cute, they are hard to train and are very independent dogs not for the faint of heart. (Facts sited off the AKC website).

06/06/2024

The Pet Safe Coalition is a phenomenal rescue! Among other things, they work hard to temporarily find housing for all animals that are displaced due to natural disasters. They also work closely with a feral cat rescue in Quesnel, as well as Soft Paws rescue in Prince George. They have found homes for so many cats in need! Bosley's is having a fundraiser for this incredible rescue all throughout June! As well as donating surprise goodie bags, you can donate cash, or even pet food or supplies right into their donation basket!

June is Pet Appreciation Month. Have you ever thought of donating to an animal rescue? Here at Bosley’s, we are fund raising for our local Pet Safe Coalition. Pop in and see our grab bags or donate by cash!

06/05/2024

Now this cutie is Max! He was such a gem to groom for being under a year old! 🐶

06/05/2024

Nash's before and after pictures! If you're curious as to why the grooming loop is around his one leg, it's because he has some trachea issues, so to insure that I didn't put any extra stress on his throat, I put the loop around one leg to keep him safe! Client safety is first and foremost! 😊

06/05/2024

I have fallen behind a bit posting pictures of my clients, so here we go!
Mr. Bandit in for a spa day! He was a bit camera shy at first, but then posed perfectly for his after picture!

05/31/2024

Hello everyone!!
It's the best day of the week! Can you guess why? That's right, it's fun fact Friday!! 🥳🥳
Today is another nose fact, and it's a long one!
Dog's noses are truly amazing! A dog's nose can sense thermal radiation. This is caused by two reasons, first, the rhinarium (the smooth skin on the nose) is layered with nerves that can detect thermal radiation, and second, their noses are colder than ambient temperature, allowing then to locate heat. This is why dogs that are blind and deaf can still hunt.
Wow!!

05/18/2024

Just had to share this!

05/12/2024

Some really good information. Let's keep our pups cool without damaging their coats! 😎

05/10/2024

Today's fun fact:
Did you know that when cats rub against you, they are not only showing affection, they are actually marking you?
Cats have sent glands in their cheeks, allowing them to leave their scent on you to mark you as part of their gang!

05/10/2024

I have known Rue for many years and got to groom her. I got enough undercoat out of her to make a whole other Rue! 😊

05/10/2024

Brandy's spa day!

05/03/2024

Guess what day it is??
Fun Fact Friday!!
Dogs often lay curled up in a ball to protect their internal organs. This stems from when they lived in the wild, and were vulnerable to predators.

04/29/2024

Oops, I forgot to post pictures of Oscar's brother Bowie! He's such a sweet, friendly boy! 😊

04/26/2024

Today I'm going to be starting Fun Fact Friday! Every Friday (or at least the ones I remember 😆) I will post a fun fact about animals!
Todays fun fact:
Just like humans with different fingerprints, every dog has a unique print on their nose!