Hot-Dogs Grooming

Hot-Dogs Grooming We offer a Full range of grooming packages, and other services such as Microchipping and Nail Clipping.

The welfare of you Dog is paramount to us at all times therefore creating a relaxing and safe environment surrounded by fully qualified staff.

15/08/2024

Did you know that pet grooming is a completely unregulated industry? There is no requirement for formal education, no required continuing education, and no required testing or certification?

Anyone and everyone can just pick up a pair of clippers and start advertising themselves as a groomer and charge people for a service they aren’t trained to perform.

It’s completely up to you, the owner, to do your research and make sure the person you are trusting with the health and safety of your pet is qualified to care for them.

Every groomer should be trained, and that very basic training takes months.

It takes years to truly master the ins and outs of grooming and everything that goes along with it.

Pet grooming is so much more than just a hair style.

*It’s knowing dog behavior and how to safely handle all the different personalities and quirks.

*It’s recognizing health conditions that would be better suited seeing a vet such as skin or ear infections.

*It’s being prepared for any and all emergencies that can happen, from seizures to allergic reactions, to nicks and cuts and quicked toenails without panicking.

*It’s knowing how to best deal with a variety of coat types properly.

*It’s being able to know when to stop a service on a particular dog due to behavior or health.

*It’s having the knowledge and patience to handle a different species while holding razor sharp clippers or 8 inch long scissors.

At the very least, the groomer you use should seek out continuing education to make sure they are current on the changes in the industry, from upgrades in products to tools that make the process easier for the pet and them.

They should be current on their pet cpr/first aid certification which needs repeated every couple of years.

They should be able to answer your grooming related questions with knowledge and confidence and if they don’t know the answer they should know where to find it.

They should have an emergency plan in place with a local veterinarian in case anything happens, because when working with animals it’s not a matter of if something happens, but when.

They should come recommended by other pet owners and pet professionals.

And it’s worth noting that there is nothing wrong with using a groomer that is still in training, but they should be working alongside an experienced groomer and under their direct supervision.

Ask the questions, after all you are paying them for a service. A groomer who has spent time and money to be as educated as possible is excited to share their knowledge!

Restocked on Leucillin Antiseptic skincare for those customers who were waiting for it. This is the most reliable Antise...
15/08/2024

Restocked on Leucillin Antiseptic skincare for those customers who were waiting for it. This is the most reliable Antiseptic spray on the market in my opinion.

Just a quick cuddle with my groomer before I go home!! One of our delightful doggies we had this week. A couple of chall...
04/08/2024

Just a quick cuddle with my groomer before I go home!! One of our delightful doggies we had this week. A couple of challenging grooms but very happy owners with the results. Thank you to the owners who are happy for our students to groom your dogs. Please be assured that I teach on a one to one basis so your dogs have a professional eye on them at all times.

A few of this weeks delicious doggies. Have a great weekend . ( I am working away next week so the salon will only be op...
29/06/2024

A few of this weeks delicious doggies. Have a great weekend . ( I am working away next week so the salon will only be opening next week on Thursday, Friday & Saturday).

Today we had the pleasure of grooming not one but two 14 week old Cockerpoos - different families, different coat types ...
27/06/2024

Today we had the pleasure of grooming not one but two 14 week old Cockerpoos - different families, different coat types but both very well behaved and so, so cute!! Looking forward to their next grooms in 8 weeks time. x

Today we had a good mixture of doggies including a 18 week old sprocker, a long hair GSD,  a beautiful St. Bernard and n...
15/06/2024

Today we had a good mixture of doggies including a 18 week old sprocker, a long hair GSD, a beautiful St. Bernard and not forgetting a beautifully playful XL Bully (yas... all registered and legal). Have a great weekend.

With the temperature getting hotter, we are getting more requests to trim the hair shorter on a lot of doggies. Herewith...
25/05/2024

With the temperature getting hotter, we are getting more requests to trim the hair shorter on a lot of doggies. Herewith a few pics of some of this week's lovelies. Have a great weekend.

Another week done and here are a few of our fabulous doggie clients. It's been a difficult week for me at times but with...
19/05/2024

Another week done and here are a few of our fabulous doggie clients. It's been a difficult week for me at times but with the support of a great team and lovely dogs to cuddle I made it. Thank you for your messages of support and kind comments. Pip really was a huge part of my daily life at both work and home and I miss her like crazy. Luckily we still have Alfie and Gem who have now taken over the salon 'door bell' duties!! Have a great weekend.

This article was released today in one of the magazines I subscribe to. Worth a quick read.
14/05/2024

This article was released today in one of the magazines I subscribe to. Worth a quick read.

With sunshine finally arriving in many parts of the UK, Dogs Trust is warning dog owners that too much exercise in warm weather – even as mild as those forecast for this weekend – can cause severe health problems for our canine companions. While most dog owners will be aware that extreme weather...

It with tremendous sadness that I write this message. Today we had to say goodbye to Pip. She had been suffering from a ...
09/05/2024

It with tremendous sadness that I write this message. Today we had to say goodbye to Pip. She had been suffering from a collapsed trachea for a while and her breathing and health has been deteriorating over time. She has been part of Hotdogs Grooming family from the start and often sat on the counter top looking out of the window watching the world go by.
She is now running free with her sister Jess who we lost just before Christmas. Xx

Some of today's beautiful dogs who enjoyed a pampering.
08/05/2024

Some of today's beautiful dogs who enjoyed a pampering.

08/05/2024

We have just had a postponement for tomorrow at 12:00. If you would like an unexpected appointment for your furry friend, please call the salon on 01323 846105.
Hotdogs team.

Exciting news... working on the web page today!
06/05/2024

Exciting news... working on the web page today!

So 2024 is here and we start the year with these beauties. I hope you all have a great year and we look forward to seein...
06/01/2024

So 2024 is here and we start the year with these beauties. I hope you all have a great year and we look forward to seeing you at the salon.

It may be Boxing day but there was still one hotdog who needed a bath following his morning walkies!!
26/12/2023

It may be Boxing day but there was still one hotdog who needed a bath following his morning walkies!!

The team here at Hotdogs would like to wish all our customers a very Merry Christmas and a great New Year. Thank you all...
24/12/2023

The team here at Hotdogs would like to wish all our customers a very Merry Christmas and a great New Year.
Thank you all for your continued support and we all look forward to seeing you in 2024. Xx

A few more festive furries for you.
23/12/2023

A few more festive furries for you.

Thank you all so much for your kind donations so far received for the Kit Wilson Christmas food appeal. (There are still...
23/12/2023

Thank you all so much for your kind donations so far received for the Kit Wilson Christmas food appeal. (There are still a couple of days left before it's collected if you wish to donate here at Hotdogs. Xx

One more day to go, could be a hectic one.
22/12/2023

One more day to go, could be a hectic one.

Only three of today's customers - as we were quite busy and I forgot to take any more!!
21/12/2023

Only three of today's customers - as we were quite busy and I forgot to take any more!!

.....and the countdown continues ....
20/12/2023

.....and the countdown continues ....

Ok, so some of our hairy hounds this week were a little more keen than others when it came to taking thier photo!! A cou...
16/12/2023

Ok, so some of our hairy hounds this week were a little more keen than others when it came to taking thier photo!! A couple of days rest then it all starts again. Have a great weekend.

Some of today's hairy clients.
13/12/2023

Some of today's hairy clients.

Can anyone guess what time of year it is !! And so the build up begins. X
09/12/2023

Can anyone guess what time of year it is !! And so the build up begins. X

We have now received this year's Christmas food appeal box for Kit Wilson Trust for Animal Welfare. As you know, Hotdogs...
18/11/2023

We have now received this year's Christmas food appeal box for Kit Wilson Trust for Animal Welfare.
As you know, Hotdogs is a huge supporter of this local charity. Any food donations (even just one tin of dog food or a small packet of treats) would be gratefully received by the rescued and homeless dogs being cared for by the trust.
Thank you for your support.

Another week over! This afternoon we had a medical issue with one of our regular doggie clients. She suffered an epilept...
04/11/2023

Another week over! This afternoon we had a medical issue with one of our regular doggie clients. She suffered an epileptic for whilst on the table being groomed. Gail and I placed her on the floor and made sure she was safe whilst Kayley and Izzy looked after the other dogs in the salon. I was so proud of our two juniors who have never experienced anything like this before. Despite being slightly shaken, they remained calm and very professional.
The dog came out of the fit and was reunited with her owner ( who we called immediately) and went home soon afterwards with a waggy tail. In a few days time we will have her back in again to finish the groom off.
Have a good weekend all.

Had the pleasure of giving Dexter his first big boy groom on Sunday when he came and visited his Grandad. He is growing ...
31/10/2023

Had the pleasure of giving Dexter his first big boy groom on Sunday when he came and visited his Grandad. He is growing so quickly. Also had Leo in today for his first groom with us too.

31/10/2023

Bath and brush appointment has become available tomorrow for a small/ medium size dog( Wednesday 1st November) at 12:00 and 1:30. Please let me know. Thanks. Andrew.

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5 George Street
Hailsham
BN271AD

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5:30pm

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