Victoria Paws

03/07/2024

Fast approaching my week off at the end of the month - make sure you get booked in before I go! Limited space left now for July & August!

01/07/2024

CURRENT AVAILABILITY

JULY
Tues 9th @ 715pm
Sun 21st @ 8am & 1230
Wed 31st @ 6pm

AUGUST
Sat 3rd @ 8am
Wed 7th @ 6pm
Mon 12th @ 1130am, 1pm, 230pm & 4pm
Tues 13th @ 1215, 145pm & 4pm
Wed 14th @ 12, 130pm & 5pm
Tues 27th @ 1230, 2pm & 330pm
Wed 28th @ 1230, 2pm, 330pm & 445pm

SEPTEMBER
Wed 4th @ 11am & 1230
Thurs 5th @ 1230
Fri 6th @ 930am
Sat 7th @ 8am & 1215
Mon 9th @ 930am & 1pm
Tues 10th @ 1130am & 1pm
Wed 11th @ 930am & 11
Thurs 12th @ 930am
Fri 13th @ 11am
Sun 15th @ 8am
Mon 16th @ 930am & 1pm
Tues 17th @ 930am, 11am & 1230
Wed 18th @ 11am
Thurs 19th @ 930am, 11am & 1230
Fri 20th @ 930am
Mon 23rd @ 930am & 1230
Tues 24th @ 930am, 11am & 1230
Wed 25th @ 930am
Thurs 26th @ 930am, 11am & 1230
Mon 30th @ 930am, 11am & 1230

NEW CLIENTS NOW ACCEPTED.

**FRIEND RECOMMENDATION OFFERS**

23/06/2024

TEMPERATURE AWARENESS

If the temperatures get too silly this week & your dog struggles with the heat as it is ping me a message. If I think temperatures within the groom room are too high I will contact you moving you to earlier & later times of day across the week/weekend.

I know I get a lot of comments along the lines of "but they're so hot they need a groom" but keep them indoors & cool until I can get them in, I promise I'll do it ASAP.

It is 100% not worth stressing the dogs or giving them heat stroke! Dogs have to be groomed clean & dry which, even with the heat turned off the dryer can have a massive impact so please trust my judgement. I don't want to move appointments any more than you do as it effects school runs & bedtimes & days off but I will not risk a dog.

Dogs that are on interim grooms or don't need to be fully dried will likely be sent home a little damp to reduce time they're subjected to drying.

02/05/2024

These guys are brilliant fun! The dogs love it!

PLEASE READ AND BE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND: There is no set start date at present, the one on the booking form is an estimate - once we have enough to run the class we will start. This is for a class on a Monday at 12pm. Please only complete the booking form if you can make this day & time. Once we have...

19/04/2024

PHOTO REQUESTS!

Clients send me your favourites!

Note : if they're really good I'll likely pinch them for the Fb page 😂

17/03/2024

Looking for recommendations for catteries fairly locally? Although I don't mind travelling for an especially good one 🙂

13/03/2024

Aaaaaaaaand they say wipe clean dogs don’t need a groom 😂😂🥰

18/02/2024

PLANNED CLOSURE OF THE TOP OF FARLEIGH LANE FROM MON 4 MARCH TO MON 8 APRIL (5 WEEKS) FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE GAS MAIN.

It is with considerable frustration that despite talking to and correspondence with Kent Highways to see if this work could be moved to the school holidays, this closure will proceed as originally planned due to the 'requirement of other scheduled works' and the need to maintain a safe working environment.

Farleigh Lane will be closed from the junction with the Tonbridge Road to Glebe Lane.

Glebe Lane will also be closed from Mon 4 March to Friday 15 March.

Preparation work will commence in the vicinity of Terminus Road from Mon 19 Feb.

All I can advise is that users of Farleigh Lane to now consider on alternative routes to using Farleigh Lane during this 5 week period.

I will be monitoring traffic flows during this period and any input as to how the impact can be reduced during this difficult period for road users would be appreciated.

The work will be carried out by WCB Utilities.

Contact SGN (Southern Gas Networks plc) 0800 912 1700

https://www.sgn.co.uk/Contact-SGN

KCC Councillor Chris Passmore Maidstone Central Division

13/02/2024

Fancy something a bit different. I love these guys, forget any of the other local trainers! MAD are the best! MAD members get £5 a groom off as well so win win!

Our next Agility Foundations course will start on Wedensday 6th March 2024 at 8.10pm. This is suitable for beginners. Dogs should have a reasonably reliable recall and be happy working around other dogs.
The link to book is: https://www.maidstoneactivitydogs.co.uk/service-page/march-agility-foundations-wed?category=24f97aa1-2916-4f7a-9ec8-27c42609187e&referral=service_list_widget

23/12/2023

Well that’s an unintentionally early finish for Christmas but i’m admitting defeat.

I may have been a little (lot) optimistic about returning to work so soon after last weeks surgery 🤦🏼‍♀️ but you know me! No time for sitting still.

Thankyou everyone for supporting me & my little business this 2023, I know it’s been a long one for us all this year.

Have a great Christmas & let’s bring in a fabulous 2024! 🎊🎉

Victoria Paws xx

18/12/2023

Christmas 2023 by the Barming Dog Groomer

1 leg & no water 🤦🏼‍♀️😂 it’s going well! 🤦🏼‍♀️🙄 BUT at least my crutches have fairy lights! 🎄🎄

30/10/2023

New to Victoria Paws! I’ve been asked for this for a while now so we shall see how it goes.

Why not become a Victoria Paws VIP?

How it works?
Spread your annual grooming cost into 12 monthly payments. T&Cs apply.

What does that entail I hear you ask?
• Priority booking over non members - early access to Christmas appointments
• FREE nail clipping between grooms (worth £10 each)
• FREE Blueberry Facial Spa Clean on us every groom (worth £5 each groom)
• Price freeze for the year! When you take out your VIP membership your current price stays in place for that calendar year.
• You can book in additional emergency grooms at 10% off (for those stinky fox poo rollers!)

What do we need from you?
• To attend on a regular grooming schedule, whether that be 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 weekly (these will be booked at time of signing up)
• to have attended 3 or more regular appointments with Victoria Paws
• 48 hours notice of appointment alteration (or full amount will be payable)
• A monthly BACs payment to be set up for the agreed amount for the 1st of the month (unless another date agreed prior)
• All grooms must be taken within 1 calendar year.
• Cancellation of membership with 1 months notice. Any outstanding must be paid in full.

Example.
Murphy costs £50 per groom.
He attends 6 weekly.

52 weeks / 6 = 8 grooms
£50 x 8 = £400
£400 / 12 = £33.33 monthly payment

Drop me a message for more info.

03/10/2023

Tell all your friends! Hours are gradually extending now the boys are both at school so new clients welcome. Contact me for spaces.

07/09/2023

As requested 😂 so many of you have seen me from qualifying, starting the business, having a baby, then another one & now this!

17/08/2023

A few NEW CLIENT spots have come free - contact me if you need in :)

10/07/2023

Apologies for the last few days radio silence i’ve not been very well.

I’ll draw the competition this week so last few days to make sure you’re booked in for the remainder of 2023 to be in with a chance of winning £20 off!

If you’ve contacted me in the last few days and haven’t received a response please give me prod so i make sure i’ve for you all.

01/07/2023

🤩🥳Happy 9th Birthday to us! 🥳🤩

What better way to celebrate with (some cherry gin) & a competition!

Over the next week I will compile a list of those booked until the end of 2023 - those on the list will be entered into a draw for £25 off your next groom!

Make sure you’re booked in & watch this space! xx

11/06/2023

What happens at Victoria Paws when we get this ridiculous silly heat???

Generally any of you that will be in & out before 1130 will be absolutely fine as our back garden is shaded until then.

After that we are full sun & minimal wind so appointments will be temperature dependent so please keep an eye out for a text from me.

PLEASE DO NOT WALK YOUR DOG HERE however local you may live.

In the groom room i’ve dropped the bath water to minimal so short coat & refresh grooms will leave damp & NOT fully dry.

Please bear in mind even with the heat off, that the dryer heats up so even if you think you’re driving here with air con & the dog really needs to have it’s coat off…it can still be too dangerous.

If I ask to postpone it is for the dogs welfare. At a certain point I just cannot drop the temperature within safe parameters even with the air con working flat out. It’s one thing me being a sweaty Betty but I will not risk the dogs.

Postponed grooms will be rescheduled to early mornings, evenings or any random cooler days.

I promise I do understand many will feel better with their coats shorter but dogs go down hill with heat stroke very quickly & there are so many factors out of our control.

Mine love life but this kind of heat they just veg out on my tile floor & only venture out when it’s much cooler so just keep them indoors in a well ventilated, cool environment until it’s safe to venture outside.

Thank you for your understanding. Breaks my heart every year when clients argue against being postponed but I promise you it is for your dogs welfare.

Anyone with any concerns drop me a message & we can have a chat :)

xx

13/05/2023

Sad groomie post 😔

Please be aware that missed appointments will be fully charged for going forward, rebooking will not be possible until this is cleared. Missed weekend appointments will sadly mean you forfeit being able to book those high demand slots without prepayment.

In the week, no shows cost me lost wages I cannot make up, & often childcare I’m paying out for just to groom your dogs.

Weekends, they cost me lost time with my family whilst my kids are little.

I cannot & will not swallow it moving forward. I
will always make every attempt to accommodate switches & rescheduling as you all know, but not showing for an appointment you’ve been reminded for (& confirmed) is just not sustainable for me as a small independent business I’m sorry.

Sorry for a negative post but this is becoming more common place where it has rarely been an issue prior.

11/05/2023

Please be aware we currently have:

Tonbridge Road CLOSED Barming - Teston
Station Hill East Farleigh FOUR WAY LIGHTS

and to add to it this weekend is showing Teston Bridge CLOSED

27/03/2023

Excuse my pasty shampoo killed hands 😂🫣

Please can I ask you all keep an eye out for these little beggars. Any sign please treat your dog & don’t bring them in until clear. It’s so disruptive to me & other clients as I’m sure many of you know, because of having to postpone whilst I fumigate & deepclean.

I’d be mortified if anyone went home with some creepies they didn’t arrive with.

Obviously time to time, like today, it happens completely unexpected & it can’t be helped.

10/03/2023

3 LEFT!

CHEEKY CRUFTS BUY! Look what I found!!!

Who’s hairy hooligan likes a good chew??

We discovered ostrich bones a while back & everyone went mad for them, then we couldn’t get them 😂 BUT I managed to get 10 today at Crufts! So if you want one let me know asap. Payment by BACs to the business account once i’ve comfirmed you’ve got one. £8 each.

The reasons they’re so awesome is below…

Natural! No preservatives!
Rich in high quality nutrients.
Extremely low fat (so suit to calorie restricted diets)
Long lasting.
Easily digested.
Grain free.
Gluten free.
High in protein.
Hypoallergenic.
Great for dental health.
They don’t smell rank indoors (my bug bear)

Suitable for hooligans from 12 weeks so also great for teeth puppies!

Only 10 available! Let me know asap!

13/02/2023

Has anyone asked me recently to schedule their next appointment & NOT had a confirmation message?

If that’s the case please ping me a message with the week beginning that you’re looking for & I’ll get on with that this evening.

Apologies for the awful memory atm!

09/02/2023

Apologies if this doesn’t apply to you but I am seething this morning.

I just want to remind everyone that payment is to be made THE SAME day as your groom. I will not tolerate overdue payments & if required I will take further action to reclaim monies owed, whether that be £10 or £100.

I am a one man band & I work hard in what I do whilst juggling a small family. Asda would not allow you to do a grocery shop & pay another day, when you feel like it. And nor will I. Thankfully it is in the minority but the impact my end can be high.

Many thanks Victoria x

** Obviously I’m aware life throws us curveballs so please in this instance contact me & we can arrange something but non payment with no contact is ignorant & disrespectful & will not be tolerated **

23/01/2023

I know you will anyway cuz you’re all amazing but please bear with me with time slots this week, I get the feeling life is going to be a bit slower paced this week! 🤦🏼‍♀️ Honestly I’m a liability! 🤦🏼‍♀️

Luckily I’ve a week of small-medium placid dogs in so we should be fine but just in case I’m messaging you running late … this is why 🫣

Having an admin afternoon at the computer so if anyone needs anything shout!

Note: exercising is baaaaaaad 😂

16/01/2023

Fancy something easy & fun to try? We’ve just started this & Murphy says it’s really good! Suitable for any dog above 6 months!

Our next Hoopers Introduction course starts on 8th Feb at 6.15pm
Visit www.maidstoneactivitydogs.co.uk/book-online-1 to book your place!

24/12/2022

And it’s a wrap! Have a great one! I’ll be drinking, eating & sleeping through the next few days! I’ll see you on the other side! Merry Christmas!

23/12/2022

3 today, 3 tomorrow & then it’s a wrap til the 3rd! All the 3s today!