Gone Dog Grooming

30/03/2025

Happy (Dog) Mothers Day to all the amazing mums – whether your little ones have two legs or four! 💕

I love seeing your dogs and being their “Groom-Mother” for an hour or two, so thank-you for entrusting me to look after your canine family.

Today can be a mixture of emotions, so whether you’re celebrating with cuddles or taking it easy, I’m sending love your way🐾💖.

Lorrie x
📞 01769 302113 📱07878 230 934 🌐 www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

29/03/2025

Some of the other gorgeous dogs from the week 🥰.

Lorrie x
📞 01769 302113 📱07878 230 934 🌐 www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

29/03/2025

These rubber ducks at bath time are a big hit, especially with puppies 🥰.

Lorrie x
📞 01769 302113 📱07878 230 934
🌐 www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

27/03/2025

Freshly groomed, relaxed and ready for cuddles 😍.

Also, just a reminder - if you haven’t posted a pic of your dog as a puppy/first photo as part of the competition, you have until 8pm tomorrow evening to upload. Some of the prizes on offer include No Rinse Shampoo spray and cleansing mit or Happy Dent Fresh Breath/Plaque treatment spray which is a new add on to the enzyme teeth clean.

Lorrie x
📞07878230934
🌐www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

25/03/2025

Study for today complete - thanks coffee!

Canine First Aid certificate renewed and for good measure I also completed Level 1 of the DAATA-ICDG International Certification Dermatological Grooming qualification (thinking about doing the full course but have to justify the expense of £500 a level 😳). Fortunately the first level course I got for free through a professional grooming membership.

CPD (continuing professional development) is so important – grooming is more than a tidy trim – it’s about a dog’s health and wellbeing too.

Right, after all that, time for chocolate 😂

25/03/2025

It’s a well-known fact that dog groomers are 80% caffeine and 20% dog hair.

My morning ritual….eye bath and dog hair removed, dogs walked and shower. Now time for the best part..industrial strength coffee, a scoop of collagen so my joints don’t file for early retirement, and a sprinkle of dark chocolate from Myanmar—because why not.

All served in a ginormous mug from a questionable gift shop at Gare du Nord. Hand included for scale, but also to cover the cat illustration—the pack don’t need that kind of cat drama first thing.

Now caffeinated and it’s time for a study day - additional certifications en route.

PS - tea also a great beverage, but has to be strong, not stewed and without a mahogany tan colour.

Hope everyone has a great day!

Lorrie x
📞07878230934
🌐www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

23/03/2025

Happy National Puppy Day! 🐾

Let’s be honest, puppies are ridiculously gorgeous, and I’ve been known to go a bit ga-ga over them (no shame).

If you’ve got a puppy, today’s the perfect excuse to celebrate — and maybe hide your slippers.

Puppies & Grooming:
Once your pup is fully vaccinated, it’s safe to book a gentle intro session. These short visits are all about building confidence — with plenty of praise, breaks, and cuddles along the way.

Grooming doesn’t always mean a haircut. Puppies get mucky, have scratchy little claws, and need brushing — but more than anything, they need to learn that grooming is normal, safe, and even enjoyable. Yes, they’ll go on the table, but I’m all about hugs and play — no thermometers involved!

Early exposure to the salon and building a relationship with a groomer is a really important part of socialisation. It helps your pup feel relaxed and confident with all the strange sights, sounds and smells that come with a grooming environment.

Competition Time!
Pop a photo in the comments — tell me their name, age, and the naughtiest thing they’ve done so far.

And if you’ve got a rescue who came to you a little older, you’re absolutely included — just share the earliest pic you’ve got!

I’ll pick a favourite from each category (puppy & rescue) to win a little treat. You’ll need to be able to collect it from the salon, and I’ll announce the winners on Friday.

Kennels Staff…I’ll do a prize for you too 🥰.

Lorrie x
📞07878230934
🌐www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

22/03/2025

Here are just a few faces from the week—some surprised, some serene, all very lovely.

Have a great weekend!

Lorrie x
📞07878230934
🌐www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

20/03/2025

🐾 Dogs in Yellow & Happiness 🐾

Did you know that some dogs wear yellow as a little signal to give them some space? It’s all part of the Yellow Dog Project, which helps raise awareness for dogs who might be anxious, in training, recovering from surgery, or just not keen on being approached. Today is Dogs in Yellow Day 😀.

I inherited Simba’s bright yellow ‘Nervous’ lead along with him—and let’s just say, it wasn’t a fashion choice. He’s a lovely boy, but he finds other dogs and loud noises pretty overwhelming and gets spooked very easily, such as somebody walking round a corner or even if I drop something on the floor. The yellow lead is a simple way of letting people know he needs a bit of room to feel safe and happy.

And since today is also International Day of Happiness, let’s not forget the joy dogs bring us every single day—whether they’re confident social butterflies or a little more reserved like Simba. They make us laugh, comfort us when we need it, and brighten even the gloomiest days. The least we can do is try to understand what makes them happy too.

If you’ve got 5 minutes, here are some quick ways to boost happiness (for you and your dog!):
🐶 Give your dog a belly rub or ear scratch—instant tail wags guaranteed. I have a client coming in today for some canine reiki, so it’s a win/win for both of us.
😊 Step outside for some fresh air—a change of scenery works wonders.
🐾 Play a quick game of fetch —movement boosts mood!
💛 Message a friend or say something kind—happiness is contagious.
☕ Make yourself a cuppa and take a deep breath—sometimes, it’s the little things.

So, if you spot a dog in yellow today, give them a bit of space and a smile from afar. After all, a happy dog = a happy human!

In the meantime, enjoy some pics of Harry and Simba getting goofy with some of the new toys (and each other!) in the salon.

Lorrie x
📞07878230934
🌐www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

15/03/2025

This week at Gone Dog Grooming…

I’ve been well and truly covered in hair - no surprise there! My eye bath has had quite the workout this week 🤢.

Some gentle giants have graced the salon, including a very beautiful Bouvier des Flandres. I like to think of grooming as my own personal gym, though I’m very grateful for the hydraulic table.

It’s always lovely catching up with everyone, especially this week. I’ve really enjoyed hearing what you and your dogs have been up to. A special thank-you to Budleigh, who arrived with chocolates and tulips (my absolute favourite!), bought with his pocket money as an early Easter treat, what a thoughtful boy! And Ludo continues to impress, keeping his own diary better than most humans. Special thanks also to Lesley for sourcing gluten-free chocolate from near the Equator and successfully getting it back in one piece - impressive logistics!

Things are very busy, so I’ve expanded the online booking system to help. New customers will now be required to pay a deposit—this helps prevent no-shows, which not only affect my business but also take up slots that could have gone to other clients. If you can’t find a suitable appointment time online, please get in touch directly, and I’ll do my best to fit you in where I can.

Housekeeping:
If you haven’t received updated schedules for 2025/2026 please let me know.

Looking forward to seeing you all (and getting covered in even more hair) next week. I’m in all week, so feel free to give me a wave if passing.

Enjoy the weekend!
P.S. check out Simba’s study in sleep photo 😂.

Lorrie x
📞07878230934 📞 01769302113
🌐www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

11/03/2025

A whole pack of English Setters in for an ultrasonic teeth clean. I’m sure there is a joke there somewhere, but I haven’t had enough coffee yet 😂.

Lorrie x
📞07878230934
🌐www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk ❤️

11/03/2025

Lovable scamps ❤️

09/03/2025

07/03/2025

Crufts 2025 & A Beautiful First Groom (Yes, I am biased)

Crufts never disappoints. A couple of my highlights are seeing young Freddie and his fox terrier. Also Nzuri, the three legged dog doing amazingly well in Flyball.

Whilst there are plenty more photos (and a hilarious video from last week) still to come, I can’t resist sharing this transformation from today. 3 years old and never been groomed before. The only client brief was to keep the ears very long. My recommendation was to trim the feathered paws. Cavvy paws are beautiful, but Exmoor isn’t quite a royal palace, so a shorter trim makes sense - the client definitely agreed.

If you have been watching Crufts, drop your favourite moments in the comments or let me know who you think will win - or if you just want to drop a photo of your own “Winners”, that’s always lovely to see.

Have a great weekend, and watch out for the grooming pics and video over the weekend.

Lorrie x
📞07878230934
🌐www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk

02/03/2025

It feels like winter has lasted forever, but yesterday marked the first day of meteorological spring—and St David’s Day! 🌼 It has been great to enjoy the sun with my tribe, AND a Labrador Birthday Party - you can imagine how happy that made me 😂. With the warmer weather finally upon us, and judging by the photo on an Exmoor FB group yesterday, so are Exmoor’s adders.

These native snakes are usually shy, but if startled, they may bite.

What to watch for:
🐍 Adders prefer heathland, moorland, and woodland edges.
🐾 Bites often happen when a dog disturbs a resting snake.
⚠️ Signs include swelling (especially on the face or legs), pain, lethargy, and distress.

What to do if your dog is bitten:
- Stay calm and carry them if possible to slow venom spread.
- Get to a vet ASAP—bites can be serious but treatable.
- Don’t try to suck out venom or apply a tourniquet.

Prevention is best—keep dogs on a lead in high-risk areas and stick to clear paths.

I won’t post a photo of snakes, instead you can look at some of the gorgeous dogs last week.

Enjoy Exmoor safely this spring! 🌿🐶

Lorrie x
📞 01769 302113
📱 07878230934

🌐www.gonedoggrooming.co.uk