Shampooch Dog Grooming

01/07/2025

It has been a busy few months, attending various seminars. Then completed my Talk Dog Licensed instructor Course and attended the online portion of my Animal Centred Education (ACE) Module 3. I am almost completely booked into September with grooming and teeth cleaning. I am off for a week Sept as I am at Tilley Farm for the in person part of Module 3.
I will be looking at running a Tellington TTouch Workshop later in the year. This will be a 1 day workshop and would be ideal for anyone who works or owns companion animals.
I have been creating content for my new website along with a new logo plus business name. This will reflect the type of services that I offer. It will take in the grooming/teeth cleaning/ Tellington TTouch and ACE.
I will be completing my case studies for ACE as I would like to get myself up to ACE practitioner. At the end of July I start the iPet Dog Trainer course with the Xtra Dog Academy.

17/06/2025

Did you know that around 80% of dogs will suffer from some form of dental problems. Just like us dogs need their teeth cleaned regularly. Preventative care may help reduce costly deep cleaning.
I hold the iPet Certificate in Preventative Canine Oral Health. I have attended in person and online training for Emmi Pet.
If you think your dog would benefit from teeth cleaning get in contact Hazel to book your appointment.

17/06/2025

Just finished my ACE - Animal Centred Education Module 3 online portion. Have learned so much once more. This journey is amazing learning to observe and understand dogs, learning to communicate with them, by understanding their subtle body language. Supporting dogs is key. Using techniques to help build calmness and trust.

In July I start the iPet Dog Trainer Course through Xtra Dog Training in July then I am away to Tilley Farm in Sept for the in person part of module 3, taking my own dog Isla.

This has been an incredible journey, I offer behavioural services for anxious and nervous dogs, I am a Tellington TTouch P1 Practitioner, Fear Free Certified, Talk Dog Licensed Instructor, Taking the Grr Out of Dog Grooming Approved Groomer, Reiki 2 Practitioner.
Every dog receives the benefit of the techniques that I use.

01/06/2025

Just received word that I should get certificate in post.

29/05/2025

This morning I had Steve a cocker spaniel.
He was in a few weeks back and his owner was told by previous groomer he could not be groomed as showed sign of aggression. For the first visit it was just to meet me. I had lowered the grooming table. I had the door open so that way Steve was given the choice to leave. When he arrived this morning his owner said he got very excited and pulled her to the gate. He came rushing in. I did a a few zebra touches on him.
Did exactly the same, no pressure, no restraints, table down low. Steve made the choices which meant he was such a happy dog as he knew I was listening to his whispers.

26/05/2025

Hazel Ralston - Tellington TTouch Practitioner P1 for Companion Animals 🐶
Hi, I am Hazel. I am an experienced and compassionate dog grooming professional based in Haddington, East Lothian, where I own and operate my own dog grooming business. I use a holistic, fear-free approach, which is at the heart of my work, and I am deeply committed to supporting dogs both emotionally and physically during their grooming experience.
I am a certified Tellington Touch Practitioner P1, hold an iPet Diploma in Dog Grooming, a Specialist Fear-Free Groomer, a certified Reiki 2 Practitioner, and an approved 'Taking the Grr out of Dog Grooming' Groomer, completed ACE (Animal Centred Education) Modules 1 & 2, blending these gentle and effective techniques into my everyday grooming practice.
My passion for helping sensitive and reactive dogs stems from my experience with my beloved Belgian Shepherd, Isla. After being attacked by a Jack Russell Terrier and a few months later suffered a severe leg injury, Isla developed anxiety around other dogs, people and new environments. It was then ! began my journey into behaviour support with a Games-Based Training Course and a two-day Career as a Dog Trainer course with IMDT. But it was in 2019 when I attended a 5 day Tellington Touch workshop with Janet Finlay that brought everything into focus. Through Tellington Touch I discovered a way to help dogs emotionally, physically and mentally - bringing calm, confidence, and connection into their lives. I integrate these methods into my grooming business, creating a space where even the most anxious dogs can feel safe and supported.
I share my life with my 2 Belgian Shepherds, Isla and Roxy, who inspire my mission everyday: to treat every dog with empathy, understanding, and care tailored to their individual needs.
For more information about Hazel, click the link:
https://www.ttouchtraining.co.uk/practitioners/hazel-ralston/

21/05/2025

It has been a bit hectic the past few weeks. I attended a marketing course on Saturday, and on Sunday, I was at a teeth cleaning seminar. I have been doing a Talk Dog Instructor Course, and I had to do an online presentation today. Over the moon as I passed the online exam and the presentation.

20/05/2025

18/05/2025

Hi, I am Hazel. I am an experienced and compassionate dog grooming professional based in Haddington, East Lothian, where I own and operate my own dog