Amy’s Dog Grooming

05/07/2025

Reviewing another great week ☀️

✅ I had my first fully booked day ….
and ….
✅ My first positive review on Facebook ….
since starting in Doncaster 🥳

So, thank you to all those people taking the leap of faith to try a groomer they’ve never seen before! It means so much that you’d choose to support me and my business in these early days.

Lots of happy customers = One happy groomer 😁

And it’s not over yet! This Sunday I am excited to be joining the wonderful Tony Singers Waggy Tails Dog Trainer on his puppy class to chat about grooming and hopefully give lots of puppies the chance of a long, successful life of grooming 🥰

Photo of the beautiful Dilly and Max who I had the pleasure of meeting this week!

29/06/2025

⚠️IF IT HITS 24, WALK NO MORE ⚠️
With the weather hitting very high temperatures this week, it’s a responsible idea to familiarise yourself with what temperatures are safe for your dog☀️🐶
As a general rule of thumb, temperatures exceeding 24 degrees should attempt to be avoided for all dog walks. But some larger breeds, flat faced, obese or puppies could struggle in heat over 16 degrees. You should also take a moment to consider if your dog struggles with any emotional behaviour difficulties as studies have shown an increase in temperature can lead to a lower threshold for aggression.
Every year our vets treat hundreds of heat stroke cases and heartbreakingly, some end in tragedy. Many are unfortunately a result of owners not knowing the dangers of exercising their dogs in temperatures to hot for them to handle.
Heat-related illnesses are almost always preventable. DONT TAKE THE RISK and make sure your pet isn’t overheating in the sun ☀️ Walk your dog earlier or later in the day when the temperatures are cooler.
If you think your dog may be suffering from heat stroke, contact your vet immediately or, if out-of-hours, find your nearest emergency vet.

26/06/2025

I have some appointments available tomorrow that I would LOVE to fill up! So much so that I am offering £5 off the groom price to anyone who books an appointment today 😁

24/06/2025

❓What happens during a puppy intro session?❓

Puppy intro sessions are entirely puppy-lead and focus solely on creating a positive experience.

In a perfect world, the puppy groom includes:
🫧 Bath
🫧 Dry
🫧 Nail clip and foot tidy
🫧 Face tidy*
🫧 Hygiene clip*
(If applicable to the breed*)

But we do not live in a perfect world, and sometimes puppies need a little practice before we can fully complete all of the above. In the event that a puppy shows any signs of stress of fear, I work with the puppy to build their confidence on the area that they are struggling with.

What this may look like:
😟 Fear of dryer - I like to start puppies off with the stand dryer; which is a very gentle and quiet air flow. Depending how they handle this, I will slowly increase to the normal dryer on a low setting and gradually increase it so as to not frighten your puppy. It may take several sessions to dry your puppy completely using higher velocity which is totally normal!
😟 Ticklish feet!! - Puppies need to learn to allow handling and nail clipping, whilst some are totally ok with it from the start, lots of them get quite fidgety when it comes to handling feet. I like to reward puppies for each toe they allow me to touch, or distract them with a nice licky mat. Failing that, a good cuddle usually helps to comfort them and allow me to sneakily get those nails clipped without upsetting your puppy.

Each puppy is different, after the session we will discuss your puppy’s individual strengths, and areas that we need to work on - usually puppy owners are sent away with homework!

Later puppy sessions also give me the opportunity to work with your puppy and expand on their training. For example, I like to run clippers (no blade!) over their bodies to identify whether any desensitisation is needed before we commit to a full haircut.

Puppy grooms are all carried out at a discounted rate of £25. This is because it doesn’t focus on what the end result looks like; it should be seen as more of a training session than a grooming appointment.

All breeds are encouraged, it’s not just for long-haired puppies!

‼️ Compassion and patience is at the heart of everything I do, please note that I will never compromise the comfort or welfare of any dog or puppy for the sake of a groom ‼️

Message now to book your puppy in for their intro session, or to discuss further 😊

📞 07842 534082
📍 The Grooming Parlour, Hatfield Woodhouse, DN7 6PB

23/06/2025

MYTH-BUSTING MONDAY 💥

Let’s make this a thing!

Today’s is ….
🚨“You shouldn’t take a puppy to a groomer until it’s 6 months old” 🚨

In fact, you should bring a puppy (or new dog) to meet a groomer as soon as possible. Bringing your puppy to a groomer whilst they are still super young will:

✨Start to build the foundations of a positive groomer / dog relationship, building trust to allow for easier handling.
✨ Expose your puppy to the sights, smells, and sounds of a salon in small, easy to manage to doses to avoid overwhelming or stressing them.
✨Maintain your puppy’s coat; helping to keep them cool, comfortable, and prevent the need for shaving.
✨Build confidence in handling new situations, which transfers to real-life problem solving, and can aid your training at home.
✨Identify potential health or behavioural quirks early on, so that you can take action is necessary before problems arise.
✨Help to prevent over-attachment and separation-related problems by spending small amounts of time away from you, in the hands of a professional.

…. All whilst you get an hour away from puppy-parenthood to grab a well-deserved coffee in peace!

I require all puppies to come to me for at least one intro session before their first haircut. Comfort and compassion always comes first!

⭐️ PRO-TIP: Reputable breeders will start to expose puppies to grooming from very young (my puppy had his first groom at 3 weeks). If you are looking to purchase a puppy, be sure to ask the breeder how they have prepared the puppies before you commit to taking one home! This is particularly relevant for long-haired breeds and poodle types as grooming will be a huge part of their life, so the more work they put in now, the less you will need to do in the long-term.

In tomorrow’s post, I will be detailing what happens during your puppy’s intro session. If you have a puppy or are planning on adding one to your family, keep an eye on this page!

Comment below your experiences with puppy grooms or with any more myths / advice you want to be busted or confirmed! ⬇️

📞 07842 534082
📍 The Grooming Parlour, Hatfield Woodhouse, DN7 6PB

20/06/2025

☀️Reflecting on a wonderful week ☀️

What a great week this week has been! (This lovely weather is partly to thank) I hope everyone’s stayed safe and enjoyed it whilst it’s here! Remember to keep your dogs indoors during the hottest parts of the day, and try to choose shady walks or areas where your dog can paddle in water to cool off.

Every dog owner on the planet has seen a thousand posts about keeping your dog cool so I’m not going to go on too much 😅

I am thinking of ways to improve this page and thinking of adding features such as myth busting, grooming tips, sharing client stories etc…. Comment below on the kind of content you’d like to see! ⬇️

Photos of the lovely Olive and Ronnie, who I had the pleasure to meet this week 🥰

17/06/2025

⭐️ ABOUT ME ⭐️

Now that I’ve been here a while, I think it’s time to introduce myself formally to the people of Doncaster!

I am Amy, the face behind the business and friend to dogs! Not many of you know this, but my career with animals started back in 2017 when I was a zookeeper!

I studied Animal Husbandry & Welfare in Newquay, Cornwall with Plymouth University, where I worked at Paradise Park, one of the best bird parks in the UK. I then moved to Devon where I was working as a bird keeper at Paignton Zoo.

Whilst I was at Paignton, I decided to do a 2 year course in dog grooming…. Originally, I thought it would be a side hustle (as zookeepers unfortunately do not take a good wage!); how wrong I was! I got the bug for dog grooming and spent my spare time learning new skills alongside my college course.

2020 - COVID hit and Paignton Zoo alleviated me and hundreds of my colleagues of our jobs which, at the time, was a devastating hit. However it turned out to be a wonderful twist of fate as I took a job doing corporate dog grooming whilst finishing my course. In 2021, I took the dive and started my own business! I had a taste of freedom and have never looked back!

Owning my own business has been an all-encompassing journey, where I have spent more hours at the computer or at seminars than I have spent with my friends 😅. It’s all paid off though, as my talent has grown exponentially over the years!

Now, 2025 I have taken the next step in moving my business up North! I am so optimistic for the future here (albeit with a thicker winter coat) and can’t wait to meet more dogs and their people, developing what I hope to be life-long friendships whilst doing what I do best 🥰

To those who made it this far; thank you for your time!!

Please like, share, and get the word out that I’m here and taking on new clients!

16/06/2025

FAQ: “Do you include nail clipping with the grooms?”

This is one I get asked a LOT! And the simple answer is yes, all baths and grooms appointments, regardless of breed, include nail clipping as standard, there is no extra fee for this.

There is also no extra fee for services such as deshedding, ear cleaning, or facial cleaning.

I like to be as transparent as possible with all of my customers, particularly with pricing as everyone is in the same situation at the moment and money is tight.

If you are honest with me at the time of booking, the price I quote is the price you pay 😁 The only time that you will pay more is if there is something that hasn’t already been disclosed; such as matted or knotty coats, coats that are caked in mud (thus requiring extra bathing), dangerous behaviour, or if you’re extremely later than arranged for collecting your dog. I do not charge a flea charge if you tell me beforehand!

I hope that this clears up some people’s questions however I am happy to chat to anyone looking for further information.

⭐️Appointments available this week! ⭐️

(Photo of my handsome poodle as I keep forgetting to take client photos!)

13/06/2025

Anyone looking to get ahead of the summer rush? Lots of spaces still available 🥰🐾

⭐️ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Hatfield Woodhouse, Doncaster ⭐️

- 6 years grooming experience
- Level 3 City & Guilds qualified
- FdSc Animal Welfare
- First Aid trained + continued CPD
- Positive reinforcement techniques

I specialise in scissor trimmed double coats and poodle / doodle styles, but all breeds welcome!

🐾 Message to book or call / text 07842 534082 🐾

12/06/2025

My mascot enjoying shopping local! Highly recommend Funky Paws for treats, collars, toys, and accessories 🥰

✨ Atreus the 4-month-old Standard Poodle came to visit us today! 🐾😍
He lapped up all the fuss, all the kisses, and of course… plenty of sausages too! 🌭💋🐶

What an absolute sweetheart — we’re already obsessed! 💖

📍 Come visit us in-store at Funky Paws Co, located at Branton Farm Nurseries, Doncaster! Treats, cuddles, and waggy tails guaranteed 🛍🐕

10/06/2025

Appointments available this week 😊

Still plenty of room to book your dog in for a groom ✂️

Message to book or for more information 🐾