Doggy Stylez Dog Grooming

05/24/2024

05/21/2024

Attention Cloudcroft evacuees: I have offered this before over the years , I am willing to house any pet reptiles for fire evacuees. I know it can be hard to find hotels etc that accept exotics.

04/25/2024

I am taking names for this year’s snake avoidance classes. Please message for more info. We are Hoping to get one set up in mid May and a second in June.
There is also an opportunity to host one in your area 5 dog minimum, 10 dog max.

04/13/2024

04/08/2024

I am currently pressing pause on taking new clients since my amazing regulars have filled my schedule for the next couple months. Here is a list of local groomers that would be happy to help!

04/01/2024

One of my groom clients needs to rehome a young goldendoodle puppy. Message for more info please .

03/28/2024

This is great 😂and so true !

02/29/2024

Pretty cool price map for cat grooming

02/21/2024

01/14/2024

We would like to preface this post with the fact the IAPEG and it's members love dogs. All dogs. Big dogs and small dogs. Fluffy dogs and sleek ones. We love pure breeds and we love mixed breeds.

The 'doodle craze' began after a breeder attempted a litter of mixed breed pups that were smart and hypoallergenic. No dog is truly hypoallergenic, but that's another discussion. He was in no way trying to create a new breed. News traveled quickly and before you know it, they were all the rage as pets. Very expensive pets. They became something of a status symbol as they wear price tags in the thousands and cost more than a sound, well developed, carefully chosen pure breed.

As professional groomers, we see the fallout with many of these pets and there are a few things you need to know:

1. Doodles are not a breed. They are (insert breed here) mixed with poodle. Golden doodle, labradoodle, maltipoo, pomapoo, yorkie poo, no matter the title, doodles are in fact mixed breed dogs. Being a pure breed of dog mean predictability...size, colors, skull shapes, temperament...any and all genetics are predictable for that specific breed. This is not possible with doodles.

2. There is a misconception that if you mix another breed with a poodle, you get the best of both breeds. This is simply not true. The truth is you have no idea what you will get. You are not getting the best of the breeds because responsible, ethical breeders do not allow their dogs to participate in mixed breeding.

3. As professional groomers, we hear misnomers from pet owners whose pup is a year old and has never been groomed. This is a nightmare for both the dog and the groomer. The truth is, any doodle will need professional grooming. They should start as early as possible just like any other dog. This seems to be a selling point for doodle breeders telling buyers they are low maintenance. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

4. Doodles often have very difficult coats to work with. Doodles with these coats will be more expensive. With most doodles you have a fur bearing breed (Labrador Retriever) mixed with a hair bearing breed (Poodle). This causes many doodles coats to be difficult with a mixture of the two. Some have fur as guard coat and hair as undercoat and some have hair as a guard coat with fur as the undercoat. Either way, more work and time means your professional groomer must be properly compensated or it will lead to number five.

5. There are many professional groomers who are simply not accepting doodles as clients anymore. Misinformed owners are price shocked when they've been lied to by a breeder. Your professional groomer is tired of arguing and explaining just to be properly compensated when there are so many other clients who know what to expect and respect our professional practices.
Because doodles are not the best representatives of their breeds they are often not the most well behaved pets either. Many are high strung, a bit neurotic, and/or have some type of behavior problem.

If you do in fact choose to own a doodle, speak with your professional groomer beforehand so you'll know what to expect. And please respect your professional groomers advice. Their job is to keep your pet on a regular schedule. Depending on the coat...remember these are mixed breed dogs and therefore not predictable before birth...most will need a schedule of 4-6 weeks.

01/11/2024

The pet professionals in your life should always be advocating for your animals. ❤️

01/08/2024

Happy Sunday evening Desert paws friends & family 💕

We hope everyone had great holidays & ready for the new year of 2024 🥳

As some of you may know, Amanda had an accident Christmas wknd & broke her left wrist. She is working hard to be on the road to recovery but unfortunately can’t do so until after her scheduled surgery on the 17th.
After this procedure the recovery time is about 2weeks & we can begin getting your fur babies back on the schedule!

Desert paws has welcomed Kimberly w/ Doggie Stylez in November. They have some openings & is helping out w/ any clients that arnt able to wait. 

We appreciate your patience & understanding. 🐾

12/25/2023

80+ holiday photos 🙂 happy holidays!

12/13/2023

I love the vibe of the new shop. Relaxing and comfortable 💕💕 the shop cats, Ella and Gary are great too!

12/03/2023

Really working on getting client photos , post groom this December! Here are a few from today 💕💕💕 I love all of these babies !

12/02/2023

Happy Saturday! I have already had some questions about the canine respiratory disease that’s been reported in a few states. As of now there have been no confirmed cases in New Mexico. I will be keeping close tabs of the progression of this situation and adjust my business practices accordingly. We do our best to keep a clean and safe environment at the shop. Please feel free to ask any questions or make specific requests when it comes to your beloved pups. Photo of sweet Ranger,
for the algorithm :)

11/29/2023

Happy holidays from Doggy Stylez Dog Grooming , inside Desert Paws, Spa and Lodge.

1122 Ohio Ave.
Alamogordo.

Small/medium breed grooming.

11/02/2023

My new space ❤️ it feels so cozy and homey .

11/01/2023

After 13 years , I am leaving Cottonwood Pet Resort. It’s easy to fall into complacency when things stay the same. One day we wake up in our comfort zone and realize it’s not what is best for us. It is just time for a change. I feel very blessed to have had such a great place to grow and building my grooming business! Thank you to the management there for all the support over the years.

Please look for me now at 1122 Ohio Ave!

My books are opening now for holiday appointments and a few new groom clients (small/medium dogs only)
575-495-8499

Thank you to all my most loyal clients that I know would follow me anywhere!

08/07/2023

Retractable Leashes 👎

If you use a retractable leash, please consider the safety risks, and stick to using a standard nylon leash. Especially if you have a large sized dog.

https://www.rover.com/blog/the-hidden-dangers-of-retractable-leashes/?amp