The Soggy Dog Spa - Dog and Cat Grooming

12/01/2025

🌟Curly coats eg Cockapoos & all the doodles🌟
Winter time is usually when groomers see the most matting that result in clip offs. Mud & wet weather are the enemy of a curly coated canine. Use these extra tips to prevent matts forming when bathing your dogs after muddy walks.

☑Smooth conditioner into the coat & brush through in the bath with a slicker before rinsing.
☑Thoroughly brush & comb through when towel dried
☑Don't rub with a towel, friction causes matting
☑Conditioning spray applied after towel drying will add moisture to the coat & help to brush out knots.
☑If blow-drying, brush the coat as it dries. If air drying, make sure to thoroughly brush & comb through when dried.

If you're struggling at home with the maintenance required in the winter, why not try a shorter cut? Your dog will be easier to brush and bath at home, and they will dry much quicker. A shorter, well maintained coat will keep your pooch much warmer in the winter🫶.

11/01/2025

💦 Does your cat need a bath, but you're not sure where to start? 💦

Here are our top tips to make bath time stress-free for both you and your cat! 🐾

1️⃣ Prepare your tools: cat-friendly shampoo, towel, and a non-slip mat.
2️⃣ Use lukewarm water – not too hot or cold.
3️⃣ Keep the sprayer close to their skin to reduce noise and pressure.
4️⃣ Avoid wetting their face – use a damp cloth instead.
5️⃣ Reward them with treats and cuddles afterward!

Bathing can be manageable with the right approach! Stay tuned for more tips 🙌

Have more questions or need extra tips? Get in touch!

10/01/2025

The Benefits of a Healthy Weight for Your Pets🐾
✨One of the most significant advantages of maintaining a healthy weight for your pets is an extended lifespan. Overweight dogs and cats often have shorter life expectancies compared to those at a healthy weight.
✨Dogs and cats with a healthy weight are more agile and mobile. They can enjoy playtime and exercise without experiencing discomfort or fatigue.
✨Healthy-weight pets generally enjoy an enhanced quality of life. They are less likely to have various health issues, contributing to a happier and more active life.

Where do your pets sit on the body conditioning scale?

10/01/2025

New year, new goals—what’s your top pet care resolution for 2025? 🐾 Mine is more frequent baths for the dogs, as a groomer they're usually the bottom of the list 🤣🛁
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09/01/2025

Is there anything more satisfying than a toe tuft trim? You can see those teeny toe beans 🥰🐻
As well as being adorable, it also helps cats to stop sliding on slippery surfaces and tracking litter around the house.🌟

07/01/2025

𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬? 🤔

Cats spend 30-50% of their waking hours licking and grooming themselves. They're incredibly clean animals, but even their best efforts can't replace what a good comb or brush-through can achieve.

Case in point: THIS fur pile! 😮 (Yes, that’s a banana for scale.... if you know you know😂) Imagine if your cat had to deal with all that fur through licking—hello, hairballs! Regular grooming keeps their coats healthy and helps them avoid unnecessary discomfort.

07/01/2025

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05/01/2025

⭐ See the difference in the foot structure after just a nail trim⭐
Overgrown dog nails can harm foot structure, causing pain and arthritis. It alters the gait causing discomfort and difficulty in walking. Regular trimming is crucial for paw health! 🐾

04/01/2025

🛁✨ Does Your Cat Need a Bath? Here's Why Regular Bathing is a Game-Changer! 🐱💦

Did you know that regular baths can make a HUGE difference in your cat’s overall health and coat maintenance? 😻

Here are the top benefits of pampering your feline friend with a soothing bath:

• Greasy fur leads to mats, which can pull on your cat's delicate skin and cause discomfort. Our baths keep their coat soft, smooth, and tangle-free. ✨
• Baths minimise shedding, reducing the likelihood of hairballs. Less fur on your sofa and in your cat’s tummy! 🙌
• Prevent flaky, itchy skin and keep their coat soft and silky with our gentle, cat-friendly shampoos. 🛁🐾

03/01/2025

Poor Winnie had a tough day yesterday with an emergency vet visit, ending with anesthetic and stitches in her lip ☹️. She's doing well today and we are very grateful to Wolds Vets for seeing her so quickly... And for having good insurance! ❤️
Thanks for everyone's messages over the Xmas break. I'll be responding over the next few days x

30/12/2024

28/12/2024

✨ Desensitising Handling for Dogs & Cats ✨
Handling your pet's paws, ears, teeth, and more is a normal part of grooming and healthcare. However, some pets feel anxious or uncomfortable when touched in certain areas. That’s where desensitising handling comes in! Use the handy chart to tick off your sessions 🙌

24/12/2024

Shared on behalf of Humberside Police.

Domestic abuse doesn’t take a break for anyone at Christmas.

Whilst Christmas may be a special time of year, full of magic and joyous celebrations, sadly, there can also be a dark side with some people suffering in silence. The Force often see a rise in domestic abuse over the festive season, and as always, tackling this remains a top priority for us.

With an increase in alcohol consumption, financial pressures and ex-partners coming together over the festive period, this can often lead to prolonged periods of emotional and physical abuse within relationships and homes. Christmas can be a very difficult time for families, and we recognise that a number of people are affected by a form of abuse each year, many of whom are children and young people.

Domestic abuse can happen to anybody at any time, it is not discriminatory on age, sexual orientation, gender, background or religion. We work with a range of supporting organisations and charities who can help us in guiding you with a way forward for you and your family, away from your abuser.

Officers and staff within our DASIT (Domestic Abuse Safeguarding Investigation Team) and PVP (Protecting Vulnerable People) teams, we have a clear focus on protecting the most vulnerable in our communities and look at the best course of action against any suspect or offender.

As well as domestic abuse, we also continue to support victims of harassment and stalking. Stalking amounts to any behaviour which brings persistent and unwanted attention, whether that be in person or online – this is also known as cyberstalking.

These are extremely intrusive crimes which relate to similar but different offences that can cause victims, their families and loved ones physical, psychological, and emotional harm.

It is really important that if you are affected by these offences, you know that we are here to support and help you. Our staff are specialist trained, whether you ring our call centre or visit one of our police stations, you can speak to us without fear and in confidence.

23/12/2024

Hands up, who gives their pets a Christmas dinner? 👋👋
There's no reason your pet can't enjoy some treats, just be sure not to feed too much or the wrong thing. No one wants an emergency visit to the vets on Christmas day.🎅

22/12/2024

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