Pride & Groom Professional Canine Salon - Eastwood

06/12/2023

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December is always a busy month.
Our diary is now fully booked and closed for 2023.🎅🎅🎅🎅

26/05/2023

There are a number of breeds/crossbreeds that will require regular trips to the groomer. For some every 6 weeks is haircut day!

We need to make the experience for them as pleasant as possible, some dogs love their salon days, others are not so keen.

To make their experience better start them young! Under 6 months is ideal before their weariness/anxiety kicks in.

Leaving it too long can result in a matted coat. This would make them feel extremely uncomfortable and make the first groom experience a more intense and possibly uncomfortable one. So again, start them young!

By starting them young you can also learn from your groomer how to maintain your dogs coat in between grooms.

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09/11/2022

… and another cutie who, although is very nervous, for a first visit she did so,so well, and even gave out some kisses❣️

09/11/2022

Had lots of new customers, but not had chance to post for a while, so thought I’d treat you to this little beauty.

Doesnt she make you want to have snuggles

15/07/2022

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62177458?fbclid=IwAR2IfjtRoDC8ZZVS3VYqyw98M2TlDSAcg-Xt3cKJ5yp8K9rrmUovsHVG_Zg&fs=e&s=cl

The heatwave is being treated as a national emergency and contingency plans are in place, No 10 says.

21/06/2022

❗️❗️important notice ❗️❗️

For anyone visiting the Salon this week, there are 3 way temporary traffic lights at the junction with Dovecote Rd, which are causing huge tailback in all directions.

Please bare this in mind when setting off for your appointment.

21/04/2022

Please keep an eye open on your walks if your around that way.

15/04/2022

About right…

24/03/2022

If you have a puppy,then this might be for you.

Yes please to starting that grooming process early. Get used to brushing at home and understand the skin. My webinar with Jo Angus will help you with maintenance of the coat and skin. https://www.animallovepetfirstaid.co.uk/educational-webinars

It is so very important to start early, also the groomer/dog relationship will be a more united one if you introduce them as soon as possible.

Please do not leave these poor dogs to get matted and dislike something that is important for them for the rest of their lives. It may seem like its just hair, but that hair needs to be cared for to help skin health.

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One vet trying to make a little difference.

17/03/2022

Interesting post 😊

https://www.facebook.com/102847521984829/posts/290927476510165/?d=n

A Cockapoo consideration post.

This breed has taken the dog world by storm over the last few years. Many people fall in love with Cockapoos because of their teddy like appearance and they have become one of the most popular ‘designer crossbreeds’. Is this the right breed for you? Note: the below is written from my own knowledge and experience with the breed.

COCKER – POO. The Cockapoo is a crossbreed between the Cocker Spaniel and Poodle. What does this mean genetically?

Cocker Spaniel: The Cocker Spaniel was originally bred as a hunting dog, helping us humans to hunt birds. Many are still used for this purpose today. Although we see some physical variation in working cockers, show cockers, etc, there is a big similarity in behaviour. Cocker Spaniels need a job to do to engage that working dog brain of theirs, lots of mental stimulation. They belong to the Gun Dog group.

Poodle: Little known fact…a working dog! Part of the Utility dog group, Poodles were originally bred to help hunt birds, specifically water hunting. That’s right – lots of mental stimulation needed. They are a very intelligent breed.

So your Cockapoo is a mixture of TWO WORKING DOG BREEDS used for hunting. Be prepared for lots of mental stimulation, lots of training games, lots of helping your Cockapoo to slow down because they will be ready to go go go. With that intelligence and drive comes the possibility of behaviour problems if their needs are not met. Kim Brophey also describes some gun dogs as having a bit of a “Peter Pan never grow up” complex which I think is quite apt.

Some Cockapoos seem to be more cocker-y than poodle-y, and visa versa. I have once had a group of four cockapoos stood in front of me, and they all looked completely different. Some much more like Cockers than Cockapoos. We can also see this in their behaviour, with the ‘cocker’ part of their breeding very prominent on walks (I sometimes see Cockapoos running with their nose down like they are looking for birds to flush out). This is down to their individual genetic make-up.

I often see Cockapoos being recommended as hypoallergenic pets. This hypoallergenic element came from the poodle. However, with larger scale breeding of Cockapoos, that hypoallergenic element may be heavily watered down in some cases. Choosing to bring a Cockapoo in to your home purely because the breed was once described as hypoallergenic could be a mistake, because they might not be at all, so researching the genetic lines in your dog is really important. Don't forget you can also be allergic to dog saliva or dander, not just fur.

Cockapoos have been a really popular breed in recent times and sadly, this does attract puppy farmers. Puppy farmers do not breed ethically, which means breeding from stressed parents who often do not have basic welfare needs met. They also tend to breed from dogs that have behavioural or health problems which can be genetically passed on. All of this will affect puppies as well as parents, which is why no puppy is a blank slate.

Cockapoos have high grooming requirements and helping your dog to feel comfortable with daily grooming at home is important for their welfare. They will also need regular grooming with a professional dog groomer.

Cockapoos are lovely, intelligent dogs, often bundles of fun. In the right home, they can do amazingly well and be wonderful, funny companions. I have mentioned puppy farms in this post but there are plenty of ethical breeders who really care for the health and wellbeing of their dogs and puppies. If you’re prepared to put lots of time and effort in offering your cockapoo an enriched life, with plenty of stimulation, appropriate outlets for the working dog drive, then a Cockapoo can make a great companion and you’ll love their big personality. But please consider all of this if you fall in love with that teddy-like appearance and don’t assume that they will be happy with a sofa dog life.

Please note: this post was written to consider the needs of a popular crossbreed and not to debate if the 'Cockapoo' should or should not be considered a breed. Although the Cockapoo is not a registered breed and is a crossbreed dog, the label 'Cockapoo' is functional as we all know exactly the crossbreed that it applies to.

09/03/2022

The best way to get your new puppy use to being groomed is to introduce them as soon as the are vaccinated and can socialise.

❗️Ask about our Puppy introduction to grooming sessions❗️

09/03/2022

If you have a Dog, then a basic knowledge of Canine First Aid is so worth having.

At present until Sunday 13th March, Sophie Bell is offering her online courses at 50% off but ONLY while crufts is running.

19/02/2022

Beautiful boy

19/02/2022

05/02/2022

20/01/2022

❗Dog Illness❗

🐾❗The same gastrointeritis bug that is causing problems on the coast, is also rife elsewhere, including Wakefield.

🐾 ❗Vets throughout Yorkshire are warning dog owners about it.

🐾❗ If your dog has diarrhoea and is vomiting, please contact your vet so that they can keep track of the spread. It is viral, apparently, and usually 24 hours long. Most otherwise healthy dogs will be fine.

🐾 ❗Vets advise “Please do not walk your dog while it shows any signs of illness as this will spread the virus further. Make sure you clean up thoroughly, indoors and outside, using disinfectant.”

06/01/2022

Customer Notice……….

31/12/2021

Despite the challenges this year has thrown at us, I would like to say a very BIG thank you to all my wonderful customers for making yet another year a great success.

I would also like to say thank you so much for all the cards, gifts and tips.

Wishing you all a happy and prosperous 2022.

24/12/2021

That’s it for 2021. The salon is now closed until 4th January.

I would like to say a massive thank you for your continued support. I appreciate each and everyone of my customers old and new.

Have a fabulous Christmas everyone.

15/12/2021

With just a few working days left before the Christmas break;
I respectfully ask that when entering the Salon, you wear a mask or face covering and use the sanitiser provided…..plus👇

10/12/2021

After about 20 attempts at a picture, Mitzy decided she would only wear her Christmas Hat, if she had her coat on ready to go home.

27/11/2021

❌ Further to today’s Government announcement, please ensure that you sanitise and wear a face covering/mask whilst inside the salon. ❌

Thank you

11/11/2021

What a fabulous way of having a keepsake of your beloved pet.

https://www.facebook.com/Julesjutebags/

I lovingly needle felt little teddy bears and other little keepsakes from your beautiful doggies fur

03/11/2021

Something to think about as we head into the colder and wetter months.

03/11/2021

Here’s some good tips to help if your dog is scared of fireworks.

Fireworks, absolute HELL for some dogs. I had one dog, Chops, who would happily sit and watch them, out of choice. But Izzy my collie is a scared, a shaking wreck of a dog. So how do I manage her? What can you try?

There are several option you can try, some you will need to discuss with your vet.

Firstly dog noise cancelling head phones. Designed specifically for dogs. These will help those scared of noises.

Porridge made with chamomile tea - calming and relaxing.

Nutracalm - natural, effective, but will need to come from your vet.

Sileo gel - medication that needs to be prescribed, good for those with noise aversion.

Thunder shirts - swaddle your dog like a new-born baby. Can comfort and settle.

Calming floral spray/calm cat from Vita Canis - natural & homemade aromatherapy based, essential oils for dogs and hydrosols for cats (as they cannot tolerate essential oils)

If your dog struggles, I really feel for you and them. Firework night seems to be firework week or month these days. The suggestions above will work better for some than others.

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