House of GG

Let’s talk black nails 🙈. They are trickier to clip over white nails as you can’t see the quicks until you cut into the nails. That being said, how short you can take the nail is fine as long as you STOP 🛑 when you see the little black dots! After this it’s a no safe zone & if you carry on clipping you WILL catch the quick & it WILL bleed. If you’re still uncomfortable clipping your dog’s nails then definitely take them to your local dog groomer to be done by a professional. If you’re local to Luton & North Hertfordshire I offer a drop in nail clipping service. Standard nail clipping starts from just £10 But if you feel like treating your pooch 🫢 upgrade to a PAW-dicure 👌🏽 our luxury nail clipping service which includes soothing paw balm massage & nail file. Prices start from £15

I don’t know needs to hear this… Thing is I’ve never been one to stick at anything. I suffer with ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) I can’t sit still, I don’t pay attention to much, I zone out when people talk to me, I start a task, 30 seconds later I’m onto another task with out finishing the first. I procrastinate like a mofo, I’m so indecisive, I was terrible with money, I fell into all my jobs (& I’ve had a few) I fell into relationships & (I’ve had a few) 😂. I even fell into motherhood. None of these were choices I made. They were just situations I fell into & went along for the ride. I never chose anything for myself. I just didn’t know who I was or what I wanted but just kept trying & failing & got bored of every job, every man 😂🤦🏽‍♀️ EVERYTHING!!! I didn’t fall into dog grooming like everything else in my life. I CHOSE it. I left the stability of my job, single parent with 2 pre school aged kids in tow retrained & then set up shop. At first from my dining room then an extension on the side of my house to now my own salon 🫶🏽I chose to pay ££££ on the courses, teach myself how to run a business. Something I’m learning every day. I choose to get up & show up for my clients, I choose to work even on the days I don’t want to, I chose to not quit or give up on the days I really wanted to BECAUSE when I’m grooming my ADD disappears. It has my full undivided attention. And I complete that task from start to finish. Something I’ve battled with all my life. For me … dog grooming gives me PEACE, CALM & STILLNESS. I’m one. I know who I am. I’m connected to myself. My mind doesn’t wonder. I’m not thinking about anything else. I’m present & in my body. And for someone who spent so long running away from herself that’s really huge! Not to mention all the skills & resilience I’ve learnt along the way. If you’ve taken the time to read my story firstly thank you 🙏🏽 & hopefully you

If you’re like me…love dogs, love videos of dogs & love a before & after of doggy haircuts then you’re in the right place 🙌🏽🫶🏽 📅 To book an appointment with me 📲 www.houseofggpetspa.co.uk #cockerpoogrooming #cavachongrooming #doggroominghertfordshire #pethair #doggyspa #pamperedpooch #doggroomer #doggroomingluton #petcare #petgroomersh*tchin #hitchindoggroomer #houseofgg #northhertfordshire #northherts #hertfordshiredogs #hitchindogs #hertfordshiredoggroomer #luton #greatoffley #whitwell #kingswalden #breachwoodgreen #wigmore #stopsley #lutonsouth #lutondogs #lutondoggroomer #petspa #puppypamper #hitchinsmallbusiness

What pooches I’ve been styling these past few weeks ✌🏽 Apologies for being quiet in recent weeks, I’ve had quite a bit going on in the background & when it comes to my social media I’m either all in or all out. So for now I’m all in 😂😂 till I disappear again 🫠 but I must say I’ve missed & throughly enjoy making my little reels for you & showing off your pooche’s fresh trims! I do have updates coming out soon so keep an eye on my social media & your email inboxes for the latest treatments, products & services on offer! I’ll also be running my VIP Scheme again very soon as I’ve had a lot of requests to join which makes me super chuffed that my lovely clients want to keep coming back! 📅To book an appointment - 📲www.houseofggpetspa.co.uk #cavachon #chowchow #cockerpoo #cavapoo #pomeranian #borderterrier #northhertfordshire #northherts #hertfordshiredogs #hitchindogs #doggroominghertfordshire #hertfordshiredoggroomer #luton #greatoffley #whitwell #kingswalden #breachwoodgreen #wigmore #stopsley #lutonsouth #lutondogs #lutondoggroomer #petspa #puppypamper #pamperyourdog #hitchinmums #hitchinsmallbusiness

UltiMutt Valentines Spa upgrade 🌹 Why don’t you treat your furry friend to the ultimate pampering experience with our Valentines Spa treatments! Bella got treated to… 🌹 Indulge your precious pooch in a luxurious bath with our love hearts scented potion shampoo 🌹Treat them to a brightening love hearts facial that will help rid of stains & leave them looking and feeling their best. 🌹Soothe their skin & help loosing those dead dry hairs with a deshedding mud mask bath 🌹Soothe their precious nose and paws with a lavender and tonka balm. 🌹Let them bask in the delightful scent of Love hearts or Palma violets fragrance. 🌹And capture the memory with a special Valentines digital photo showcasing their fresh trim. All products used are of the highest quality with the most unreal Valentines scents by peanut & pickle Upgrade to the full Valentine’s Spa Package for just £10. Book your spot now and unlock the power of love! 📲 To book go to www.houseofggpetspa.co.uk or upgrade on the day of your appointment #valentinesday #valentinesspa #valentinesmonth #dogspa #petspaday #peanutandpickle #cavachon #cavachongrooming #houseofgg #northhertfordshire #northherts #hertfordshiredogs #hitchindogs #doggroominghertfordshire #hertfordshiredoggroomer #luton #greatoffley #whitwell #kingswalden #breachwoodgreen #wigmore #stopsley #lutonsouth #lutondogs #lutondoggroomer #petspa #puppypamper #pamperyourdog #hitchinmums #hitchinsmallbusiness

🎄Indulge your furry friend in a luxurious bath with a festive shampoo of their choice. 🎄Treat them to a rejuvenating festive facial that will leave them looking and feeling their best. 🎄Soothe their precious nose and paws with a lavender and tonka balm. 🎄Keep their breath fresh and clean with a spritz of our antibacterial spray. 🎄Let them bask in the delightful scent of our festive fragrance. 🎄Adorn them with a charming Christmas bow 🎄And capture the memory with a special Christmas photo showcasing their fresh trim. On top of their regular groom & to get them ready for the big day upgrade your pooches normal grooms to our Christmas Spa Special for just £10. All products used are of the highest quality with the most unreal festive scents by @peanutandpicklecompany 🤌🏽 You can either upgrade on the day of your appointment or add it onto your booking via our website under “extras” & selecting “Christmas Spa Upgrade” #petspa #dogspa #dogsofhertfordshire #hertfordshiredogs #lutondogs #hitchindoggroomer #hertfordshiredoggrooming #doggroomingluton #luton #greatoffley #breachwoodgreen #teagreen #whitwell #codicote #hitchin #kingswalden #northherts #northhertfordshire #northertfordshirebusiness #smallbusinessh*tchin

It is with great excitement & nerves that I send out this update. It may come as a shock to you all as I’ve been very secretive about my move. But that’s what’s happening… we’re relocating!!!

As of this week I’m throwing myself in the deep end & working from my new premises. I will ask that you please bare with me as it’s still the bare bones at the moment. A lot of tlc is going into my new project. It’s going to be a real labour of love & come the early part of next year I’m hoping to have a brand spanking new luxurious country spa & boutique with all the bells & whistles. But for now we’ll all have to use our imagination.

You’ll still receive the same services as before including a few new extras for Christmas - keep your eyes peeled for Christmas Upgrade Spa Packages. But rest assured here at House of GG, as always your fur babies wellbeing in our care is of the upmost importance to us.

And the best part is. I’m only moving five minutes down the road. I timed it myself door to door. The drive up to my new premises is absolutely stunning & really sets the scene to what I have planned.

I want to take this opportunity to really thank you for trusting me with your pups, for your continued support & custom as with out you I wouldn’t have my ever growing little business that I adore so much & keeps me sane!

I look forward to seeing you all soon in my new premises & can’t wait for you all to be part of this new journey with me.

Love Gina x #hitchindoggrooming #hitchindogs #hitchin #offley #greatoffley #kingswalden #breachwoodgreen #whitwell #teagreen #codicote #luton #lutondoggroomers #doggroomingluton #northherts #northhertsdogs #hertfordshiredogs #hertfordshiredoggrooming

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This is your sign to feel the fear & do it anyway Been a little over a week since I got my first ever placement at a grooming competition. 🥉 place! Feeling proud as punch & wanted to share behind the scenes to show it’s not at all that scary. I just felt nervcited through out the whole process 🤭 I’ll be doing a live in my Facebook group House of GG’s pack to unpack my whole day from start to finish & answer any burning questions you may have and also hopefully give you a little nudge to enter one yourself. DM for the link to join the live . . . . #groomer #petsylist #groomingcompetition #groomingcomp #groomingcompetitionuk #groomingcompetitor #bestinshow #mindsetmatters #manifest #groomertogroomer #doggroominguk #doggroomerlife #doggroomersofinstagram #goals❤️ #feelthefearanddoitanyway #rookiechallenge #groomingskills

Happy Howl-O-Ween everyone! 🎃 It’s been a fantastic month within the salon, I have had some spook-tacular pooches in so I thought I would share them with you all tonight. 🦇 Like this if you think these pups look frightfully awesome!🐾💚 #houseofggpetspa

Julie Harris spot wash soap bar 🧼 This lovely little bar of goodness has been a god send during this damp muddy season. It’s perfect for spot cleaning dirty areas like beards, paws, & bottoms…Dirty spaniel ears & feet I see you! 👀 Rinses really easily and leaves a squeaky clean finish and smells divinely of fresh lime. Particularly when blow drying faces & you get a waft in your direction 1️⃣Best used with the sisal bag. 2️⃣Just pop the bar inside 3️⃣pull the string 4️⃣rub it into the wet area you want to clean. 5️⃣Rinse 6️⃣Hang the sisal bag up to dry in-between washes Pick up yours at your next appointment 😉 . . . . #julieharris #spotwashsoapbar #dogsoap #dogfacial #dogwash #petgrooming #doggrooming #cockerpoo #doggroomerhitchin #doggroomingluton #muddydog #dogwalks #muddywalks #sofreshsoclean #petgroomer

No Tricks Just Treats 🎃 Time to treat your pooch this October 🐾 •FREE Facial Massage using SPA Blueberry Facial to help promote relaxation & help rid of tear stains •Each pooch gets a Halloween Bow •10% off your grooming appointments all of October. Book online at www.houseofggpetspa.co.uk *Discount is applied at collection *Offer ends 31st October . . . . #asmr #asmruk #groomingasmr #dogasmr #halloweenasmr #halloweenuk #halloweendog #dogsonhalloween #hitchindogs #hertfordshiredogs #hitchindoggroomer #lutondoggrooming #whitwell #codicote #luton #harpenden #hitchin #shoplocalhitchin #doggroomer #doggroominguk #petstylist #cockerpoo

Buddy 🎃 Can you imagine a more beautiful thing?! 🥰 This yorkipoo is seriously the cutest. He came in all nervous and timid but by the time he left he was full of Tlc from myself ❤️ 5fc Body Dark Blue CA legs Scissor face/head . . . . #yorkipoo #yorkipoosofinstagram #yorkipoos #petstylist #doggroomeruk #dogoftheday #dogreel #cutepuppiesofinstagram #hitchingroomer #hitchin #lutondoggrooming #hitchindogs #lovedogsforever #lovemyjob #nervousdogs #beforeandafter #doggroomingofinstagram #doggroomingvideos

World Mental Health Day I really wanted to share a really useful tool which I’ve used over the years which really helps with my mental health. I’ve over the years suffered with boughts of depression, anxiety, feelings of unworthiness, low self esteem. You name it I’ve had it. And I specifically created my Facebook Dog Grooming Support Group - House of GG’s Pack for this reason. But I also took it a step further and created Furnesse Academy in the hopes that groomer’s never have to feel alone or have fear when it comes to running their little businesses. Mindset is the first Masterclass in Furnesse. It’s a subject so dear to me and at the heart of everything. One of the Mindset modules is all on journalling. I get the groomers to dig deep with writing down what they’re grateful for, affirmations to flip any negative self talk & dream day journalling on how they want their businesses to be like. Journalling changed my life. How can something so simple as picking up a pen & writing down what’s on your mind be so powerful? Yet it so is 😊 So if you want to get into journalling yourself here are my easy ways to start… 1️⃣ Gratitudes List - write down 3 things you’re grateful for today. Doing this first thing in the morning sets you up for the rest of your day. Trust me 👊🏽 2️⃣ Affirmations - Positive statements about yourself e.g. I am enough! No more negative self put downs 3️⃣ Dream Day Journalling - Absolute rocket fuel to manifesting your dream life, your dream self & sets off those feel good feelings. Be honest and playful with it. You can have and be anything you want 🤌🏽 #mentalhealth #journalling #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawarenessday #mindmatters #mind #worldmentalhealthday #petstylist mentalhealthuk #petindustry #whyijournal #groomertogroomer #doggroomer #womanempowerment

World Mental Health Day I really wanted to share a really useful tool which I’ve used over the years which really helps with my mental health. I’ve over the years suffered with boughts of depression, anxiety, feelings of unworthiness, low self esteem. You name it I’ve had it. And I specifically created my Facebook Dog Grooming Support Group - House of GG’s Pack for this reason. But I also took it a step further and created Furnesse Academy in the hopes that groomer’s never have to feel alone or have fear when it comes to running their little businesses. Mindset is the first Masterclass in Furnesse. It’s a subject so dear to me and at the heart of everything. One of the Mindset modules is all on journalling. I get the groomers to dig deep with writing down what they’re grateful for, affirmations to flip any negative self talk & dream day journalling on how they want their businesses to be like. Journalling changed my life. How can something so simple as picking up a pen & writing down what’s on your mind be so powerful? Yet it so is 😊 So if you want to get into journalling yourself here are my easy ways to start… 1️⃣ Gratitudes List - write down 3 things you’re grateful for today. Doing this first thing in the morning sets you up for the rest of your day. Trust me 👊🏽 2️⃣ Affirmations - Positive statements about yourself e.g. I am enough! No more negative self put downs 3️⃣ Dream Day Journalling - Absolute rocket fuel to manifesting your dream life, your dream self & sets off those feel good feelings. Be honest and playful with it. You can have and be anything you want 🤌🏽 #worldmentalhealthday #mindsetmatters #manifest #journalling #doggroomerlife #doggroomer #femaleempowerment #affirmations #gratitude #grateful #groomertogroomer #womanempowerment #petindustry #mindset