The Dog House

31/10/2024

Hello everyone!

I’ve been so busy with life, work, and of course, my own dogs, that I’ve given my social media a bit of a miss lately. But I’m pleased to say that I’m back!

For those who don’t know me, I’m Colleen, and I’ve been grooming dogs here in Woodthorpe since 1992. Grooming has always been more than just a job to me and I'm lucky to be able to say I still love it after all these years.

I can’t wait to share more with you all about what I’ve been up to, introduce some of my gorgeous clients, and show a little more of who I am and how I work behind the scenes.

Thank you all for your continued trust and support. 🐾

17/05/2023

Recently we were lucky enough to have some of our dogs photographed by the amazing The Phodographer.

We are absolutely delighted with the beautiful images we have received. Here are just two.

If you fancy treating yourselves, or organising a photo shoot for family or friends as a gift, then I can highly recommend Anne Marie 📷🐾🐾

08/05/2023

Yesterday I spent the day at The Natural Dog Expo in Solihull.

For well over 20 years I have taken the most natural and holistic approach to caring for my dogs and I know I will never change - if it ain't broke don't fix it !!

With veterinary specialists from Norway, Finland, USA and good old Liverpool, who all delivered super informative presentations, it will be a day to remember for a long time 🫶👏👏👏

04/05/2023

Monty on arrival 🙂❤️

04/05/2023

Two puppies today .....I just love my job !

Lovely Labrador Poppy, 5 months old, visiting for the first time was a little shy to begin with but settled very well. Thank you to her owners for having the foresight that even though short coated, they will want her bathing occasionally and want her claws trimming. For puppies I wholeheartedly welcome puppy visits, which are free of charge and allow them to experience the grooming atmosphere whilst receiving lots of treats and praise 🫶.

Shortly after Poppy went home, gorgeous Monty arrived for his second visit 🥰 - to say he arrived exuberantly is an understatement 😁 - super friendly, getting him to stay still for 60 seconds is the plan ......two lovely puppies, two different energy levels but both given the time they need to accept being groomed 👏👏

So many lovely photos I couldn't choose, so included them all 🙈

02/05/2023

Lovely meeting Miss Mia today and seeing her mum and dad again who's WHWT, Casper, I used to groom years ago

28/04/2023

It's Friday !!

This week has flown by .....some oldies this week, namely Poppy and Molly, who I have groomed since puppies. Eyes a little cloudy and not many teeth left but they know the routine so well. Love 'em 🥰

26/04/2023

Keeping your dogs nails trimmed is not only more attractive but important for their foots structure and comfort.

Have a read of this blog from the fantastic Hedgerow Hounds

Keeping your dogs nails trimmed is important for their wellbeing and an essential when managing mobility problems.

21/04/2023

End of a busy week.....have a nice weekend everyone 🫶

19/04/2023

My little pals .....Buddy and Sunnie....🫶 ......Sunnie doesn't like his photo being taken 🙈

19/04/2023

Great to see Bertie again today 🙂🐾......I ❤️ a little cavapoo

13/04/2023

When I first started grooming back in 1992 I used to trim a lot of Scotties. Sadly they have fallen out of fashion so it was lovely to meet Lizzie this morning.

Her and her owners have recently moved to York. At 10 years old she knew the routine 🙂. What a little cracker, see you again in 6 weeks Lizzie x

12/04/2023

Never easy getting photos of black dogs but I'm happy with these of gorgeous Giles ❤️

12/04/2023

Hope everyone had a nice Easter 🐰🌷

Two of today's lovelies ....Chudleigh and Spencer 🥰

07/04/2023

Wishing all my lovely customers and their gorgeous dogs a very Happy Easter - hope you all have a lovely weekend x

06/04/2023

Cute Puppy Warning 😍❗

Intro visit for 5 month old Ernie .......what a little star he was although bunny didn't last long sat next to him 🙂

It's never too early to introduce puppies to being professionally groomed - today Ernie was bathed, blow dried, nail trim, paw trim and obviously around his eyes. That's enough for a baby puppy's first session.

06/04/2023

I wish I'd done a 'before' photo for little Benji......looking very smart now little chap 🥰

05/04/2023

Easter week ! 🐰💐🐾🫶

05/04/2023

This is how grooming should be ,❤️........not had one who rested their head on the side of the bath but I've had many fall asleep 🥰😴

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31/03/2023

Another busy week but good fun with some lovely regular customers 🥰

31/03/2023

Welcome to The Dog House page 🙂

Everything you need to know about The Dog House can be found on the website, however if you can't find what you are looking for then do please call 07954 152767

Groomed Dog… Happy Dog Here at The Dog House we know how much you adore your dog! That’s why our unique holistic approach to grooming your canine friend ensures they receive the very best stress-free grooming experience in York. Find out more Welcome to The Dog House story begins long before 199...

10/02/2023

09/02/2023

No surprise that I LOVE puppies 😍

Puppy Brody came for an intro appointment which included a bath, blow dry, paw and nail trim and tidy up near his eyes..... He was an absolute little star 🌟 and only 5 months old

06/02/2023

February is Pet Dental Health month and so I am offering a 25% introductory discount on the first session, including a free toothbrush.

With discount the first session is £30 and subsequent sessions are £15 - a small price for the health and comfort of your dogs teeth

25/01/2023

Lovely little McKenzie came hopping and skipping into the Dog House this morning 🥰.

This little sweetie does not like the driers on her head so the Happy Hoodie does the trick as by the time the rest of her is dry the Hoodie has dried her ears aswell 🙂.

I also use them to keep long ears out of the way whilst trimming front legs 👍 and a few of my dogs wear them to stop them draping their ears in their dinners 😕. Something so simple is so useful.