Blueberrys Dog Grooming & Spa

15/08/2023

1 space remaining due to last minute drop out for puppy classes starting this Saturday 19th August at 9.30am.
To be held at Greywethers, Kings Road, Mkt Lavington.
£40 for the course.
Numbers strictly limited so if interested please let me know.

03/08/2023

Do you want to improve your bond with your dog?
Then join our friendly training classes for puppies & older dogs.
We have the following classes starting soon, each are an initial 4 day course (1 day per week) costing £40 payable in advance.
They are held in a safe, secure outdoor paddock.
All training is fun based. No harsh methods allowed.
Dogs should be vaccinated or titrate tested & wormed. Puppies from 12 weeks old.
Agility open to dogs of 1 year plus. Must be fit, sound, have a good recall & stay.
Class 1: Basic Obedience.
Class 2: Agility starters.
Class 3: Recall through play.
To be held Friday evening or Saturday morning weather permitting.
For further info or to secure a place contact Debbie on 01380 840141 or 07887 350116.
Groups will be limited to a maximum of 5 people per session.

06/01/2022

Due to the weather we are only offering 1-1 training sessions at the moment as we only have a limited covered area for training.
Agility training will be held outdoors as normal if the conditions are suitable.
Class sessions will start when the weather improves hopefully by March.
Happy New Year.

07/09/2021

Grooming dogs correctly & daily, especially long haired/wool coated breeds is a necessity.
There's nothing that puts a dog off being groomed quicker than having someone tug at knots & matts.
Due to the welfare act, groomers are obliged to do a full clip off.
Sadly, even though this is explained to clients, they still feel it's the groomer at fault because they wanted the dog left long.
To these people I say, how would you like to have to have knots & matts tugged out of your hair for several hours, yet you think a groomer should do that to your dog!
I am always happy to give a free session on how to brush your dog correctly to save them suffering.

As a vet/groomer I see so many longhaired and/or doodle dogs who are matted. You need to feel the coat right at the root not just at the surface. Shaving these dogs short if matted respects the animal welfare act. We cannot have them on a table for hours being brushed - the pain and discomfort would throw animal welfare out of the window!!

If you have a longhaired and or curly haired dog do discuss brushing with your groomer. You need to get it right to avoid unnecessary sores and discomfort. Start from a young age to get them used to it and do not just concentrate on the body! The legs and face get matted to.

Avoid the shave and trips to the vet by maintaining the coat. Your groomer will become your best friend as they will help hugely ❤️

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30/08/2021

Training classes for dogs from 12 weeks old.
These classes are designed to be fun & help you bond with your furry best friend.
They incorporate elements of Obedience, Rally & Agility and are held in a safe enclosed Paddock.
Also we run Introduction to Agility courses for dogs over 1 year old, where the emphasis is on fun for both you & your dog. New rubbered Contact equipment provides good grip leading to a confident dog.
£40 per 4 weekly sessions.
If you are serious about wanting to learn in a friendly, relaxed environment then contact Debbie for more details.
07887 350116 /01380 840141

26/07/2021

Next Puppy Class starting Saturday 7th August at 2.30 pm in Mkt. Lavington.
Help your puppy to socialise & learn whilst having fun.
To book your place phone Debbie : 07887 350116.
Limited places available. £10 per session booked weekly in advance.

25/07/2021

Congratulations to Victoria & Pippin, Rob & Ned, Lucy & Tashi on gaining their Puppy Certificate.

17/07/2021

Well done to Chrissy & Cooper and Vanessa & Thomasina on gaining their puppy training certificate.

11/07/2021

New Puppy Class starting soon. Please contact Debbie ASAP if you would like more info or to reserve a place.

24/06/2021

With regret, Blueberrys will reserve the right to charge a booking fee of £15.00 for new appointments, which will be non-refundable.
This will be deducted off the price of the groom on completion.
Sadly this is due to thoughtless people who book then don't show for the appointment or bother to cancel.
At the moment I am having to turn people away who are desperate to have their dogs groomed which makes this behaviour even more annoying.

08/06/2021

Interested in Agility.
Want to build a better relationship with your dog.
Want to give your four legged friend a new interest. Looking for a friendly environment in which to train.
BlueberrysDogs run intro sessions for agility.
£10/group sessions.
£15/1-1 sessions.
Booked weekly, no long term, expensive commitment.
Dogs must be minimum of 1 year old & sound.
We also run Puppy & Juniors classes where dogs can socialise & learn basic commands & techniques.
For more info: 07887 350116.

08/06/2021

It's getting hot!!
Please remember to book your dogs next grooming appointment early (preferably on collection) as most groomers have long waiting lists.
The current lead time for Blueberrys is 4 WEEKS .

25/01/2021

Fleas seem to be increasingly immune to so many of the treatments available today.
Frontline, Advantage, Advocate & Advantix are just a few that people claim they find no longer as effective as they were.
So far Bravecto seems to be one of the few effective treatments and comes in both Spot-on & Tablet form.
If you are struggling with these pests, get advice from your Vet, but be aware some Vets are still recommending some of the above drugs.
More & more I am getting dogs in for grooming that have infestations even though they are routinely treated.
Fleas can lead to other problems such as skin conditions & tapeworm.
With our houses being heated they can be a year round problem.
Also they spread from host to host easily. So if your dog is at day care or going to the groomers it's important to make sure they are clear of these pests.
Remember, they live on carpets & soft furnishings, they tend to feed on the host then drop off onto your comfy sofa!! So be sure to treat your home as well.
Unfortunately, if a dog comes in with an infestation then the salon has to undergo an extra deep clean as well as the usual day to day measures that are already in place.
This means extra work & time. Bearing this in mind many groomers make an extra charge for dogs with fleas.
On the down side, many of the chemicals used to treat fleas & ticks are thought to be carcinogenic & some dogs have been reported to have side effects after treatment.
My own dog is not only allergic to fleas which causes intense itching but also appears to be very uncomfortable for a short time after treatment. This means I have to be extra careful regards keeping her clear.
Tropiclean Neem & Citrus shampoo works well to get rid of feas followed by spraying her with a treatment containing Neem oil. If the reaction does not settle then it's off to the Vets for a very expensive jab of Citapoint!!

16/09/2020

Are you looking for a Dog Groomer with the following :

Quiet, relaxed premises that aren't in a busy location.
Garden for your dog to relax in.
Easy parking, not on a High Street or busy main road.
No dogs kept in crates.
One to one grooming, not a conveyer belt service.
Safe premises with regards to Covid.

A grooming salon can be very frightening to many dogs. At Blueberrys we try to give your dog the best possible experience. From a relaxing atmosphere to lots of treats!

If this sounds like the sort of place your dog might like give us a call or check out our website www.blueberrysdogs.com

29/07/2020

FUN TRAINING CLASSES FOR DOGS (& OWNERS!)

Why not join us and have fun while training your dog.
Using elements of Obedience, Rally, Parkour, Scenting & Agility your dog can learn while having fun!
The classes are held in a safe, enclosed Paddock based in Mkt Lavington.
They are run on a weekly basis so no need to be tied in to a course & risk losing money if you go on holiday.
Open to dogs aged 6 months and over.
We also run puppy classes for those aged 3-6 months.
Dogs must be wormed and vaccinated.
For more info: 07887 350116 /01380 840141.

23/07/2020

Training classes for Puppies & Juniors (3-12 months old).
Classes include basic training with fun elements of Rally, Agility & games.
Held outdoors in a safe, enclosed Paddock. Limited access to indoors if wet.
Small groups.
If interested please contact Debbie on 01380 840141 or 07887 350116.

22/07/2020

FUN TRAINING CLASSES

Blueberrys Dogs are now running training classes for Puppies, Juniors & Intro to Agility.
The classes are held in Market Lavington, in a secure, outdoor training area with lots of room to stay safe and socially distanced.
Puppy classes are a mix of training, play & socialisation & are open to puppies once they are fully vaccinated.
The Intro to Agility classes are available to dogs aged 1 year plus and are as the name suggests, an introduction course for dogs and people who want to have a bit of fun and try agility.
Courses are ongoing and cost £10 per session.
For further info or to reserve a place, please phone 07887 350116 or 01380 840141.

23/06/2020

Please don't use my page to ask for an appointment as the messages are not getting through.
Please phone 07887 350116 or 01380 840141 and leave a message if I can't answer your call immediately.