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Soft Paw Grooms, Tavistock Road, Waipukurau (2025)

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas, happy holidays, I hope the new year brings you nothing but joy, peace and love! 🥰
This month has been interesting to say the least with a total of 121 dogs from December 1st to 23rd. I want to thank every single one of you beautiful pet parents for entrusting me with your precious babies.
Whether it was a nail trim, a bath, a full makeover or rehabilitation your pup has a place in my heart and in the studio.
Thank you, thank you! To every single person who got me a gift, a drink and a snack, they have and are being consumed 😂

I look forward to seeing many new faces and all of the incredible regulars who make the days worthwhile! ❤️
The studio will be closed until January 15th however my closest availability is early February. I will 100% send reminders if you are not comfortable pre-booking still, however with how busy we're becoming I cannot promise an appointment that will best suit your schedule.
I am heavily recommending pre-booking as the studio will be closed from march 18th till April 2nd.

Get your bookings in now so you don't have to worry about a hot, matted dog before I leave or when I return!

Have an absolutely gorgeous holiday, eat, drink, sleep, just be! I will see all of you in the new year 🥰❤️

Love from Brooke and the Soft Paws Pack

14/12/2024

My gosh summer is definitely upon us!! ☀️🥵
So many puppies coming in hot and leaving with their bathing suits on, ready for the beach, the pool or a nice air-conditioned house.
A few disclaimers!

Please do not drive over the rose bushes, I know, it's tempting to reverse, but just drive on the grass or turn by the birch trees. The roses are not meant to be squished.

All appointment cancellations day of, no-shows and no-call no shows will be charged the full groom amount.

I will be leaving for 6 weeks over march/April, spots before I leave and when I return are already filling up, including booking for next Christmas; which is honestly crazy for me 😂

The bandanas are hand made by Claire-Bears Crafts and yes she does make to order! Including adorable Christmas stockings, table runners, placemats, ect..

I'm going to make my 2L iced coffee now before the next puppy shows up for their Christmas bath! ❤️❤️

10/12/2024

Hello beautiful people and gorgeous pups!
If your fur-baby has had a bath this week and brought their clothes with them! They might have gone home with a handmade, collar-fitting bandana from Claire-Bears Crafts or a sweet little harness bow!
We'd like to see you comment the cutest, goofiest and best photos you've got of your pup looking snazzy in their spa-day decor!
🎄✨😉
May your puppy look snazzy and their cologne last

04/12/2024

IMPORTANT INFORMATION for owners to be aware during the summer period.
Please, Please be mindful of taking your dog for a walk past 12pm as the heat continues to pick up, pavements, dirt and rocks can burn and peel your pets pads.
Firstly, the dangers of heat exposure to dogs.
Temperatures above 24C can be high-risk for dogs that are large, obese, flat-faced or very young, while 28C is dangerous for all, and potentially life-threatening for the aforementioned categories. Once you surpass 32C, heat stroke is a major risk.
Secondly, the dangers of too much water ingested by dogs.
Water intoxication can lead to brain damage, heart failure, and even death. Fortunately, water poisoning isn't common, but it's important to be aware of the risk. The most frequent cases involve swimming dogs that ingest too much water and dogs who drink too many fluids after playing or exercising.
Text copied from All Paws Aboard and photo from CHB Vets Ltd 😊

30/11/2024

Jingle bells, jingle bells, Santa is almost here!! We hope he brings big meaty bones and level 10 chew-resistant toys 😂
Peep all these fresh puppies smelling good and ready to celebrate, the season of pain is upon us, with 6-7 doggies a day, late night showers and paracetamol.

A reminder that throughout December, day of cancellations, no shows and no-call no-shows will be charged full price.

16/11/2024

I'm ready for a nap... 😴💤💤💤

5 weeks till Santa arrives!! I hope he brings me arch support and a back brace because goodness me is December packed! Very minimal wiggle room, and a small waitlist at the ready.
Before my extra long sleep here's some sweet looking babies, some on the naughty list, some on the good list, all deserve and receive love none the less 🥰

Throughout the month of December no-shows and day of cancellations will be charged the full fee of the groom booked.

29/10/2024

OoooOooOOOooo Spooky Season!! 🎃💀🦴
Hauntingly adorable puppies!! They're here for treats not tricks, don't turn your back they'll empty the bowl 🍬

Spooky time is here, which means the weather is getting warmer and the pups are getting hotter! So many awesome doggies walking out of the studio with their summer pants on!! Poodle feet, rat feet, possum feet and pantaloons! 👖🩳
Grass seeds! Grass seeds! They spread like wild fire, if your pup is a bush explorer, a river crosser, a hiking expert or just likes a good stroll in the backyard they may be or most likely are exposed to foxtail grass, barley grass and biddybids. Regularly check your pups paws, ears, armpits and dense hair areas for sneaky seeds that could be wiggling their way into their skin!! That's a spooky sentence that can cost thousands in vet fees if a sneaky seed goes unnoticed. They can wiggle themselves into the skin and make their way into the lungs, heart or just cause a major wound and infection!

With New Zealand weather, changes in foliage comes! More stinging nettle, grass seeds, pollen and grass allergens. If your pup has mild to moderate irritation they can have an oat soak, medicated wash, sanitary/spot trims for the areas your pup is particularly prone to rashes and irritation, for easy cleaning and monitoring. (If your pup has mild to severe allergies/yeast and hot spots vet intervention is advised)

Jingle bells!! Ring ring ring, please don't pick up because Christmas is only 8 weeks away!!! 😱
If you'd like a spot my current December availabilities are;

Saturday 1st 2:30pm
Monday 2nd 11am onwards
Friday 6th 3:30pm
Saturday 7th 4:30pm

13/10/2024

We won!!!
What a weekend 😍
The first competition and grooming expo I've ever been to!
Back in my old stomping ground, the academy I was trained in by the amazing Angela Anderson
I met a couple of my favourite internet personalities, i learnt so many fun new things and techniques. I made new friends and met some absolutely incredible people, I'm so lucky to have shared a stage and space with master groomers, seasoned veterans and newbies. An experience I will never forget.

Thank you to the amazing Elza Maulder for dragging me along and helping me when I was lost in the fluff, I wouldn't be where I am today without your support and guidance ❤️🐩

I'm so honoured to have won 1st place in the first ever Mystery Dog Open Class, and to have placed second with the beautiful dog Molly in salon freestyle entry division. I owe so much to miss Molly's mum and dad, Keith and Louise for bringing me their large marshmallow week after week, for training and prep. I wouldn't have even had the chance to compete without their trust and support. Molly was a superstar, traveling the country, new environments, people and pets. She handled it with the biggest, bravest face and the happiest tail.

Although it was a secret to most of you, thank you so much for allowing me the space to grow and learn with your sweet babies, now some ribbons need hanging!! 😍❤️

04/10/2024

My oh my, busy, busy, busy!!!!
The sun is shining, the rain is.... Still here 😂
Puppies galore in their summer outfits, hanging up those smelly wollies for next season, lots of refresher grooms and many in for general maintenance.

With the weather heating up and the ground going crunchy the fleas are awake and ready to party!
This is your reminder to flea and worm your pups!

I want to thank all of the beautiful people who have been shuffled around due to my health, thank you so much for understanding and allowing me rest words cannot fully describe my appreciation ❤️❤️

Christmas week is full up, so if you'd like a spot my current availabilities are;

Monday 9th anytime from 11:30am
Tuesday 10th empty
Friday 13th anytime from 2pm

10/09/2024

Some breathing space! A lot less cramped the last couple weeks, giving me more wiggle room and less exhaustion 😂
So many beautiful babies falling victim to my attempts at growing my scissor skills and a few newbies testing the waters in the studio. Lots of trust building to do, and lots of love to go around. Everyone is welcome, we're a no judgement zone 😊❤️

Most of early December is available, but the week before Christmas is filling up with two days left open, I will be closed from Dec 22nd to Jan 4th.
If you'd like to secure a spot now just flick me a text or call ❤️

27/08/2024

Busy, busy, busy! Puppies, puppies, puppies!

Spring peaks around the corner, less wet grass and warmer days. Our winter Woolies will have to get hung up and those summer cuts are coming out!
Take a look at some of these gorgeous doggies rocking their spring time fashion 😍
Oh gosh, the word no one wants to hear; Christmas!
It's coming, and it's getting here fast, I'm already getting bookings for mid December, if you'd like to pre-book a spot flick me a text or call; each year spots fill up faster and faster! 🐩💝

04/08/2024

Two weeks back and it's puppy play time galore!
So many sweet babies in, it's been all about the warm baths, toasty dryer and the fire going in the main studio. We've had new hellos, sorrowful goodbyes and all the joy and sadness in-between.
Have a glance at some of the sweet puppies this week, getting some good socialization with the girls!!! 😍❤️

04/07/2024

Off and away! What a pleasant drive up north, sunny, frosty and beautiful snow on the hilltops!
I'll be back on the 22nd, but if you have any questions, concerns or would like to schedule an appointment just flick me a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I'm able to 😍
For now, enjoy these sweet, sweet faces, some in their winter Woolies, others in their bathing suits; adorable either way! ❤️❤️

18/06/2024

What a winter so far! I'm popping off for a quick break in two weeks time, I'll only be gone just over a fortnight, but if you need your pup done before then just give me a buzz and we can work something out 😍
For now I'd like to give a little shout out to some of the beautiful businesses that have been in my circle or I think deserve recognition and their names spread far and wide!
All Paws Aboard beautiful dog trainers and walkers who keep my babies stimulated and tired when I'm cooped up in the studio.

Funky Fings for being an amazing supporter and supplier of awesome art!

CHB Vets Ltd the only vet clinic I will ever use, they not only make me feel heard and seen, but only want the best for my animals. The most kind and caring people who I couldn't rave about enough.

Cherry Tree Kennels the most beautifully set up kennels and care facility, with the most kind hearted people to look after your pups.

Hair on Abbotsford the only person I trust with my hair when it's not greasy!

Complete Health & Fitness the beautiful, supportive and caring Brie who also runs self defense courses!

Jono’s Garage affordable, fast and their car interior cleaning is beyond topnotch!!

Titan’s Ink amazingly kind and creative people, who not only support the community but let me colour in their sweet lil pup ma!

K9 Pet foods in Clive who make the most incredible Raw food, it's cheap and that grainfree. They're respectful, helpful and lovely!

I'm sure I'm missing a good handful of people, but my phone's at 5% and my brain is on 0.5%
So enjoy the photos if the fresh puppies rocking their clean cuts and I'll update before I go on break ❤️❤️😍

30/05/2024

Wow oh wow pretty puppies galore!
If you're in the mood for good food, music, raffles and auctions you can join me at The Filter Room tomorrow night in Napier with some incredible stuff up for grabs. Don't miss the chance. And remember I'll talk smack to your dog on the table if I don't see you there! 😂😍

12/05/2024

Surprise!
Gift certificates are available, first one created will be up for grabs at a coming auction/raffle for a lovely cause on May 31st at The Filter Room Napier.
I've partnered with the CHB dog walkers, All Paws Aboard to show our support for a beautiful family.

We better see you at the event, or I'll talk smack to your dogs while they're on the table 😤😂

12/05/2024

Oh my goodness all of these beautiful, fluffy faces!! 😍❤️
I want to thank all of the gorgeous people who have wished me a happy dog mother's day, and I'd like to return the sentiment to all of the lovely pet mums and dads who have kids, fur-babies and anything in-between. If it's not your cup of tea, then I hope you had an absolutely beautiful day while the sun was out!

On another note I have an extra special announcement! Coming in the next post 🤫🥰

28/04/2024

Frosty the snowman has been knocking on the studio door! ☃️❄️
An absolutely cozy 5° the other morning, lucky me today it was 12°!

I'm running on fumes currently, definitely have some solid burnout. So I'll be taking a few days off out Wallingford way, I will be out of service from Thursday evening to Sunday morning. If you have any questions or any kind of emergency I'll still be able to receive Facebook messages and notifications.
A deep breath of beautiful nature is a necessity! I'm so thankful for all the beautiful people and pups that have come in the last couple weeks, and I'm so glad that at least the majority of pups have enjoyed the new treats! ❤️🐩🍖

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