Marie’s Grooming Room

17/11/2024

15/11/2024

Hey Team 😊

As a handful of you know, I have been really unwell for the past week. This resulted in a trip to the hospital and the cancellation of the entire week's bookings.

I appreciate these lovely people's understanding, and I am truly sorry that I let you down at such short notice.

Becoming so unwell this time of year is not great timing for anyone.

I want to share something a bit personal.
I suffer from a condition called fibromyalgia, and this is a very frustrating condition to live with.

Here is a little link to a bit of information on fibromyalgia.
https://www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/fibromyalgia

It's difficult not knowing when a flare-up might happen. It’s heartbreaking to feel okay one day and then wake up the next day in such intense pain, accompanied by a throbbing headache. These unpredictable moments can be incredibly challenging for me to cope with.

Over the past few months to a year, I’ve been experiencing an increasing number of flares, which has led me to reevaluate my life and workload. Caring for 145 dogs is a considerable challenge for my body, and it’s been weighing heavily on my mind. I need to reassess how I manage the business, as I’m genuinely concerned about reaching a point where I may have no choice but to close the salon due to my health. We are not there yet so please don't worry.

Currently, I groom 4 to 5 dogs daily Mon-Fri because my love for my furry friends drives me to ensure that no one misses out on their grooming. However, I’m starting to feel the strain, and it’s becoming increasingly challenging. I recognise that I need to find a way to balance my passion for caring for them with my own well-being in mind to prevent burnout.

I need to find a way to fit everyone in without letting anyone go from my client list.

This inevitably means that I will need to move appointments/space them out more to make this work. This in itself will be a challenge and is certainly not an one day fix. It will take multiple calls to you wonderful people. It may also mean that while we reset a schedule, my furry friends might go and extra week without their much needed groom. Dare I say it but it also may mean one appointment with another groomer just so my furry friend doesn't miss an appointment while we reset his or her schedule.
I will do my utmost best to make this work.

It’s a difficult situation, and I appreciate your understanding while we move to a schedule that better suits this condition of mine.

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude 💞 to all my wonderful clients. Your unwavering support means the world to me and truly keeps my small grooming business thriving. I couldn’t do this without you, and I am so thankful to have each of you in my corner.

With all my love
Marie 😊🐾

08/11/2024

Hey team 😊.

I hope you’re doing well!

I know it can be a bit of a hassle, but if you have a moment and haven’t already, I would truly appreciate it if you could leave me a Google review. Your support means a lot to me.

This information will be helpful for future clients (when I have room to welcome new furry friends 🫣🥰) in deciding whether they would like to take advantage of my pampering services. I truly care about providing the best experience for both pets and their owners.

A huge thank you in advance 🥰

Just click the link below and it will take you straight there to leave your review 😊🐾💞

Marie’s Grooming Room

Post a review to our profile on Google

04/11/2024

Is anyone able to help the pup get to his makeover appt? If you are, please comment on the original post. 💞🐾

EDIT: MASSIVE THANK YOU to Claire for transporting Eddie and again Julia from Chateau de Chiens for the lovely spruce up for Eddie before he flies to his new family in Christchurch tomorrow

Help Please!

Is there anyone in kerikeri/waipapa area that could help by transporting a dog from phoenix animal wellness tomorrow to the groomer please in Opito Bay? He needs to be there by 2pm.

04/11/2024

🌿❤️ **IMPORTANT: GRASS SEEDS** ❤️🌿

As the seasons change, it's crucial to keep a close eye on our beloved furry companions for these nasty little things. 💕

Grass seeds can pose a serious threat to their well-being, sometimes becoming lodged in their skin and leading to painful complications.

Be sure to check your pet's paws and in between those toes daily to insure they are seed free.

It's heartbreaking to think about the discomfort they might endure and the mounting vet bills that can follow. 💗🫣

Let's keep our pets safe and healthy by checking them daily. They rely on us, and together we can help them avoid these pesky problems!

Also note, these are not the only ones that can get stuck in a furry friends coats.

04/11/2024

Hey Team! 😊

I wanted to give you all a friendly heads up.

As I was heading home from walking my two little furballs this evening, I noticed that roadworks are being set up between the Kerikeri roundabout and just before my driveway. I don’t have specific details on what they’re working on or how long it might take, but I’m really hoping they’re finally addressing that rough patch in the road near Canopy Imaging as we head back into town.

I saw they have temporary traffic lights waiting to be set up, so I wanted to let you know to expect some delays.

Please take this into account when you’re heading out for your appointments this week. I’d much rather you arrive a bit early than be rushed or late. Take care, and safe travels! 🌼

01/11/2024

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29/10/2024

⚠️♥️IMPORTANT WARNING♥️⚠️

As summer draws near, many of us are starting to think about sprucing up our outdoor spaces in preparation for the holidays and Christmas. Please share this message with your family, friends, and neighbours. Together, we can keep our pets safe. 🥰

When using this product, it's essential to ensure your cats, dogs, and other animals are safely secured indoors or in a secure location. Please prioritize their safety while applying the product. 😎

14/10/2024

Hey everyone 😊

Get ready for some holiday fun because we’ve got an amazing competition coming up! 🎄🎉🎁

Can you believe Christmas is only 10 Wednesdays away 🫣? To make things even more exciting, I've decided to extend the duration of this competition. That's right – more time for all of you to join in and spread the festive cheer!😁

You could be the lucky winner of a fabulous home bathing set.🫧

Here’s how to enter: Dress up your furry friend in their Christmas best 🧑‍🎄🎅, take a photo 📸 and post it in the comments. Get your family and friends to like it. The most likes wins! ♥️👍

Winner will be announced on the 25th of December 🎄

Let's come together and celebrate in style. It's going to be paw-some!💞🎄🐾🌟

12/10/2024

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11/10/2024

Limited spaces left 🫣

If you have not yet booked your Christmas groom, now is the time! 🎄🛁✂️

The schedule fills up really fast throughout the year, and it gets especially busy around Christmas when everyone wants their furry friends to look adorable for those special family photos.

I understand how important it is to have all of your furry friends taken care of 💞. Most of the slots are already filled, but there are still a few openings left. If your pet is one of the ones without a spot, please don't hesitate to reach out to me by text. I'll make sure to get them scheduled as soon as possible.
😊🐾

10/10/2024

Hey Team😊

Yes I need you to arrive 10 minutes early but…😊

I kindly ask that you please arrive no more than 10 minutes early to your appointment. I completely understand that you don't want to be late, but showing up too early doesn't necessarily mean I will be able to start your dog's grooming any sooner.

Each dog requires a specific amount of time that I allow for them to be groomed properly. When you arrive earlier, it means your dog may have to wait in the crate for a longer period, and not all dogs are comfortable with that.

If I have an excitable dog booked and on the table before your dog and you arrive to early, this can become very overwhelming for the dog on the table and his or her excitement could result in an accident.

The safety and comfort of your dogs is always my number priority.

I appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring a positive experience for your furry friends. If you have any special requests regarding the timing of your pet's appointment, please don't hesitate to discuss it with me beforehand.

Thank you for your understanding. 😊🐾

02/10/2024

⚠️♥️FLEAS AND TICKS♥️⚠️

We need to treat our furry friends year round for fleas and ticks.

Spring and Summer months are when pets get hit the most as fleas and ticks love the warmer months.

If not taken care of, fleas and ticks can cause significant discomfort and potential health issues for your dog. Ticks survive by feeding on the host's blood and using small, sharp teeth to firmly attach themselves to a dog's skin and tissue. Since they enter the bloodstream, ticks can also transmit blood-borne diseases.

If your pet is found to have fleas or ticks during their grooming appointment, a treatment will be administered to eliminate the parasites while they are in my care. There will be an additional charge of $5 for this service, which will be added to your final bill.

The additional rinse treatment is not a preventive measure, and it's important to consider a long-term treatment plan that you will need to obtain from your vet.

I take great care to maintain a clean and parasite-free environment in the salon. If your pet happens to bring in fleas and ticks, it may lead to an infestation. In such unfortunate cases, I would need to use flea bombs, which would require me to close the salon for 12-24 hours to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment. This would result in missed appointments for the dogs and a loss of income for me. 🫣

Your understanding and cooperation in keeping the salon free of parasites is greatly appreciated. 😊🐾

02/10/2024

There is an undeniable sweetness to all of my furry friends, but there's something extraordinary about a rescue pup.🥰🐶

This was his first time with me and I expected him to be scared but he couldn't have been more perfect. 🎉

After his bath and dry, he turned into a big fluff ball. It gave me heaps of coats to work with and style. 😃

A cute little bear-like face with full floofy legs to match for the sweet boy. 🧸😍

I am looking forward to seeing him in 6 weeks 🌟🐾