Furry Dogmother Huyton

14/11/2025

It’s not just what’s in your dog’s bowl that will affect their health, their eating position will also have an impact. Feeding height may not be something you’ve ever considered – you put your dog’s food and water bowls down on the floor because that’s just what you do. However there a...

14/11/2025

Sophie Bell's courses are exceptional. I have created my own reference library of all the seminars Ive done. Groomers see your dogs 3 to 6 weekly (sometimes longer). We spot everything because we are so hands on. A vet once said to one of my own clients that they wished a lot more owners listened to our advice.

Here’s a story, one I want you to read and learn from. A scenario I say to you, if you get tired learning all of the info from my canine health and first aid course, remember this bit of info!

Hollywood dogs have given this dog a chance of survival. Their team groomed this lovely young lady yesterday. She is aged 2 and they noticed this bruising whilst drying her. Leah (the owner) messaged me to say this isn’t normal is it?! No it isn’t, the dog was acting normal but her poor little body is battling immune mediated thrombocytopenia. As a groomer Leah and her team knew they couldn’t diagnose but after speaking with me knew she needed to see a vet asap.

She is currently in hospital and we all hope she makes a full recovery. Had Leah and her team not had groomed her that day, along with the knowledge they had, this little lady would not have made it.

I shall keep you updated. But this is a stark reminder that canine first aid is not all about CPR and bandaging. It is knowing how to spot a problem, and in this case a serious one. Learn from someone who actually deals with these things first hand AND listen to your pet professionals. These dog groomers haven’t just made a dog look pretty they’ve potentially saved a life…

13/11/2025

13/11/2025

✨ Did you know… not all “Top 5 Dog Groomers” guides are what they seem? ✨

Recently, I was contacted by a website offering to “feature” Furry Dogmother Huyton as one of the Top Dog Groomers in Liverpool — for a fee.

It sounds flattering, but these lists aren’t based on qualifications or independent assessment — just reviews or paid placements.

That’s why I choose to be listed on The Groomers Spotlight instead. It’s a national register that verifies formal grooming qualifications and ensures groomers meet professional standards — not just popularity or advertising spend. You can also leave your own reviews on there!

So, if you’re ever looking for a trusted groomer, check out the Groomers Spotlight (links below).
It means your groomer has the right training, insurance, and welfare standards to keep your dog safe, comfortable, and happy 🐾

📍Furry Dogmother Huyton | Fully Qualified & Insured | City & Guilds L3 | OCN Diploma & Canine Massage Practitioner, Reiki Master

Groomers Spotlight

https://www.thegroomersspotlight.com/furrydogmotherhuyton

FurtherapyHuyton is a Member of the Canine Massage Guild

https://www.k9-massageguild.co.uk/therapistregister/tracy-taft

11/11/2025

The Importance of Muscle Health in Senior DogsAs dogs get older, we often notice their love of naps grows stronger and their playful energy fades. While slowing down is a natural part of ageing, it’s important not to overlook one critical part of your senior dog’s wellbeing: muscle health.Mainta...

10/11/2025

✨ Meet Tink (AKA TinkLaserBeamPaws) — my beautiful girl, turning 15 in December.

Tink has quite a lot going on these days — arthritis in her wrists, a little patella luxation, mitral valve disease and a collapsing trachea. But you wouldn’t believe it watching her move! 💪🐾

We use a multi-modal approach to her care, combining regular vet visits for pain management, heart medication, weight control, and of course… her massage therapy which I’ve been doing for over 3 years now.

Recently I’ve added Photizo red light therapy to her routine and it’s been a game-changer as she's very touch sensitive. This gentle therapy supports her massage therapy sessions. Massage helps to boost her circulation, reduce inflammation, encourages muscle recovery and helps relieve stiffness — all completely pain-free and non-invasive.

Even though she’s a touch-sensitive girl, she’s taken to it all beautifully and really relaxes into her sessions.

She’s licking less, resting better and moving more freely as you can see on the video. 💤💓

At almost 15, surgery isn’t an option for Tink — but that doesn’t mean she can’t still feel comfortable, mobile and happy. Massage, light therapy and a thoughtful care plan make such a difference.

🐶 I’ll be officially launching Photizo Therapy in the New Year, and I can’t wait to offer this gentle treatment alongside my massage therapy to help other dogs like Tink feel their best.

💚 Because comfort, movement and calm matter — at every age.

10/11/2025

F E S T I V E O F F E R F O R Pawsitively Does It clients

🎄✨ FurTherapyHuyton Christmas Massage Voucher

🎁 Give your dog the gift of comfort this Christmas 🐾

Our dogs give us so much all year round — this festive season, why not return the favour with a Canine Massage Therapy session, a gentle, restorative massage designed to help your dog move with more ease — improving flexibility, comfort, and muscular health through every stage of life.

Each voucher includes:

💆‍♀️ Gait & posture analysis
🩵 Full muscle health check
⏱️ Up to 60 minutes of gentle, tailored massage
🌟 Festive offer – £40 (normally £45) for 1st Session (OFFER ENDS 31.12.25)

Massage isn’t just for dogs who are limping — it helps any dog who might be:

🐕 Slowing down or a little stiff
💤 Licking or chewing certain areas
🎆 Holding tension after fireworks or stress
🎾 A bit sore after play or walks
💗 Or simply in need of some calm, one-to-one TLC

Your dog’s well-being always comes first — that’s why vet consent is required before any treatment. It’s a quick, professional step to make sure massage is suitable and safe for your dog. (I will email all the forms to you — it’s really simple!)

Your Vet also receives a full report of any findings during the session.

🎄 Message me to order your voucher and give your dog the gift of feeling good — inside and out. Because every dog deserves to feel calm, comfortable as well as beautiful, one happy, healthy dog at a time. 💚

The FREE no obligation muscular health check is also being extended (limited slots are still available in November and January 2025) to all Pawsitively Does It Clients.

09/11/2025

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06/11/2025

Almost every day I see posts from loving pet owners asking for recommendations for a groomer who is good with anxious dogs.

But what exactly is an anxious dog? Is this is a dog who needs space from others? Is it a dog who has never been into a professional grooming space before? Is it a dog who doesn’t like to be separated from their owner? Are they really anxious or do they just struggle to cope in particular environments or around new people?
So many questions left unanswered.

Then the recommendations come through, often from other well meaning pet owners whose dog seems to cope well with the chosen groomer. But, and here’s the big but - a groomer who is fantastic at desensitising dogs for nail trimming but won’t allow an owner to stay with their dog, isn’t going to work for a dog with separation anxiety. A groomer in a busy salon who has helped dogs with handling issues in the past isn’t necessarily going to be an appropriate for a dog who doesn’t like other dogs. Maybe you’ve got a newly adopted rescue. Yes they may have a bit of a kennel smell, but it takes time for these dogs to build trust and feel safe with you as a pet owner, never mind with a complete stranger - is it something you could manage at home until they’re more settled?

Finding a groomer who is suitable for your dog’s individual needs is more than just recommendations. It’s asking questions, it’s finding out the groomers experience, their willingness to adapt if necessary. Visit the salons, speak to the groomers. Above all, trust your dog’s instincts - if they need to be dragged in then it may not be the right set up for them. What works for one, won’t work for another.

✨ And never forget, that if your dog feels safest with you, maybe it’s time to learn how to groom them at home — building their confidence and yours, right where they’re most comfortable.

06/11/2025

🔤 X is for X-rays 🩻🐾

Clear x-ray but still limping?

Soft tissue injuries don’t show up , but they still hurt.

💡 Look beyond the bone. Muscle matters.