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The Sassy Pup by Marian Ward

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The Sassy Pup by Marian Ward

Grand Rapids groomer specializing in senior, "challenging" and special needs dogs.
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07/29/2024

Finished grooming for the day, so it's time for snuggles. Can't say I am unhappy with this set up lol. Got my book at hand and I'm guessing I'll fall into the peer pressure of a nap as well.

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06/23/2024

If you have a pet that gets scared by fireworks or storms, this is the product I stand behind to solve the issue. I've used this brand since they came out and talked to the owners back when they first started. There isn't a ton of regulation on CBD products for pets, but Honest Paws does it correctly. I've administered this oil to many clients, at a half dose it just takes the edge off, at a full dose your pup will be mellow and honestly not care about the explosions that would usually cause a panic. I've witnessed no adverse side effects and the next day they are back to normal. Please don't make your suffer through the 4th. Get them some natural help.

Also while this post is about their Calm formula, the Mobility formula is also amazing for seniors who are dealing with joint pain and arthritis!

06/17/2024

Reunited and it feels so good! I missed this little Miss 🐾💙🐾

06/04/2024

Nothing better than sweet clients who stick around for a post groom cuddle session. Plus look at these pastel rainbow ears we did for Pride! 🐾🌈🐾

04/21/2024

Hello Sassy Pup family. With the past winter being a record breaker for mild temps, we are looking at a spring and summer filled with more than the normal amount of fleas and ticks. I have already found many ticks on clients and they can do more than gross is out and irritate our pets. They can spread disease and invade our homes (leading to lengthy and costly measures of eradication).
So how do you keep your pets and family safe this year? First off keep your pets on a monthly flea and tick preventative and heartworm medicine. Second check your pet over for little creatures, especially after walking through areas with long grass or dense brush. Third, find other ways to add protection.
My favorite products are shown in these photos. makes amazing products to protect your pet, family and yard. The yard spray is amazing, you can just hook it to your hose and spray your yard, it gets rid of fleas and ticks but doesn't hurt bees and other pollinators! Their smaller bottle is great for spraying on you or your dog for some added protection, it's even safe for pregnant people (just make sure you use a hand to cover Fido's eyes while spraying them).
If your pup has already gotten some bites or has those pesky spring/summer skin allergies Epi-pet skin tonic and enrichment spray is a miracle at calming irritation and itching.
These are all products I've used for years and seen work wonders, and while this is not a paid endorsement, I wholeheartedly stand behind these brands and their ingredients. They are safe, they work and they are environmentally friendly. So stay safe and pest free this season!
Xoxo- Marian

04/10/2024

This cutie pie was falling asleep while waiting for his ride. So freaking cute!! 🥰

03/24/2024

I love when my clients love me, but sometimes they just fall for my husband lol. This big sweetie had a lot of anxiety issues at the previous groomer but she did amazing here and fell head over heels for my man. They had some time watching sportsball while she waited for pickup ☺️

03/08/2024

Getting snuggles from this good girl while we watch squirrels and wait for Mom. 💕 This lady is one of my super sweet clients and she has made such huge strides since I first groomed her years ago. Plus she has the most amazing lashes lol

02/22/2024

This cutie has a lot of noise anxiety, but we went slow and used some extra tools to muffle the noise of grooming for her and she did wonderfully. She was so so sweet and now she feels like a million 🐾🩵🐾

02/17/2024

Well I tried to get everyone in the photo, lol. Waiting for Mom, watching the squirrels and getting some snuggles 🐾💙🐾

02/08/2024

This sweetie is dealing with some health issues that have caused paralysis in his hind end. This actually means he needs a bit more care in his grooming to help with cleanliness and maintenance at home. He was so sweet to work with and still very spunky and happy. I can't imagine being unwilling to work with a dog like this. But I guess that yet another reason I do what I do 🩵🐾🩵

01/17/2024

Teefs. Big kids get nervous too, sometimes they just need some extra love and understanding 🐾💙🐾

12/15/2023

This sweet 17 year old man was kicked out for being snippy and dancing around the table. Once I got him in the tub and started shampooing and felt his feet it became glaringly obvious he just had really bad arthritis in his feet and ankles. He got a nice hot foot soak to loosen them up and I held his feet differently to avoid any arthritic pains. He didn't snap or wiggle once, in fact he was my best behaved dog of the day! So often dogs are just misunderstood. If you take your time and listen, they tell you what the problem is.

12/15/2023

This little man came in with some severe matting. He'd been kicked out of several groomers for bad behavior and his Mom was so worried he'd bite me. As is the case with most of these babies, he was very anxious and he'd learned that trying to bite people meant they would stop and let him go home. We had some one on one time before the groom and I got him to calm down a bit, then it was just about going slow and steady and allowing him to learn that I wasn't going to do anything to hurt him. As soon as I got the mats of his ears he started to understand I was trying to help. By the end of the groom the muzzle was off and he was letting me hand scissors his face. So much of dog behavior is misinterpreted as them just being "bad" or "mean" but it's usually just defense mechanisms and once you show them you are worthy of trust...they knock off the bad behavior. I love dogs like this. He really was sweet, he just needed a slow, steady and understanding approach.

12/15/2023

With larger clients I always try to train them to lay on their side for trimming up feet and nails. It's never about forcing them to do this. It's always about gaining enough trust that they do it willingly. The ability to lay down calmly becomes such a wonderful thing as they age and standing still for long periods gets harder. I have a few clients I've done this with and they are always ready for the "lay down time". It's better for them, their hips and balance abilities and it's just a nice calm way to finish up a groom. Plus if they develop severe hip problems it can be a real game changer. I love my old kids 💙🐾💙

12/02/2023

Please be aware of the dangers for fur babies this season!!!

Here are some things you should know:

Lilies – a single leaf from any lily variety is lethal to cats.

Mistletoe – may cause significant vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, collapse, erratic behavior, hallucinations and death when ingested.

Holly – can cause intense vomiting, diarrhea and depression.

Pine needles – produce oral irritation, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, trembling, and posterior weakness.

Poinsettias – may cause irritation to the mouth and stomach and sometimes vomiting.

Tinsel and Ribbon - once consumed, this foreign body ingestion could be fatal as it twists and bunches inside your pet’s intestines.

Snow Globes and Bubble Lights – often contain anti-freeze; which tastes great and is deadly to pets. Keep snow globes in a place where they cannot be inadvertently knocked over and bubble lights high enough on the tree to not to be reached by your pet.

Ornaments - can be broken into pieces that may lacerate your pet’s mouth, throat and intestines. Not to mention that they may also be a choking hazard.

Christmas Tree Water – often treated with chemicals to help keep your tree from drying out and becoming a fire hazard. However, those same chemicals are harmful to pets, so make sure they have plenty of fresh water and that the tree water is not accessible to them.

Candles – always place on a stable surface, out of reach of your companions, and never leave a lit candle unattended. Better yet, pick up a Sniff Pet Candle at Groovy Paws and you won’t want to leave the room with the lovely aroma.

Power – keep wires and batteries out of reach. Chewed wires can cause potentially fatal shocks. Battery acid can cause burns to paws, the mouth esophagus, etc.

Sugar-free snacks – Xylitol, a common artificial sweetener in baked goods and sugar-free gum and candy, is poisonous for dogs.

10/02/2023

Everyone loves the big front window. It's perfect for snuggling and keeping an eye out for squirrels, and Mom and dad 😉

06/15/2023

That face! Mr Max is a super sweet boy, sweet enough that Gemma even wanted to cuddle with him ❤️ when he first started coming he had a lot of anxiety about his front legs and face (most likely from a previous trauma). He would work himself up until he was almost manic with fear. We took breaks, I found different ways to hold him for trimming that weren't as scary for him and gave him tons of praise and reassurance. He has steadily improved and today he let me hold his foot in my hand to trim the hair which is a HUGE step for him. This is why I do what I do. Dogs are amazing beings, they have so much love and kindness and can teach us so much if we just slow down and listen.

09/20/2022

Freddy, who won my heart today

09/20/2022

Miss Ruby 💕 she is one of my sweet older ladies.

09/05/2022

Mr. Scout is not a big fan of clippers, so he gets a full hand scissored haircut. He's a little naughty, but he is awful cute 🥰

08/31/2022

Gizmo is one of my "challenging" clients so we go for a short low maintenance cut that doesn't need much scissor work or any combing at home. Knowing and accepting what your pup will tolerate on the table and at home can really help grooming be a better experience for everyone ❤️

08/30/2022

Mr. Ozzie, one of my longtime clients and best fur friends, living life to the fullest this weekend 🥰 one of the things I love most about dogs is how they remind us to live in the moment and focus on the good things.
Hope y'all are enjoying your weekends as well!

08/30/2022

Coby, chilling in the breezeway and looking for his mama. Another baby who had been kicked out of other grooming shops for his attitude. Truth is he's just older, a little chonky and sore. He also likes to stay in a routine and that includes the order you do things during his grooming. Easy enough 😉

08/30/2022

Lizzy feeling sassy after her bath and neaten up today. She got that pep back in her step ❤️

08/30/2022

Someone was matted, but we saved his ears and tail so that's something! He was definitely serving me some love eyes 🥰

08/30/2022

Hello!
My name is Marian and I have been grooming for nearly twenty years. I got into grooming because I had a 19 year old poodle mix who was very naughty for grooming and it got to the point I couldn't find a safe place for him to go. At that time I also had a Pekingese mix who was dealing with cancer and he needed some extra TLC. I went to grooming school with a focus on grooming dogs others didn't want to work with. I've always had a soft spot for misunderstood dogs and dogs who were turned away. I have set up my business in a way that keeps things as stress free as possible. Dogs are done by appointment, I never use cages, in fact I don't even own one. I have worked with many vets in the area and have built up a name for myself as someone who can work with dogs others cannot. I also made Best of the West the last 3 years which is something I am very proud of.
I do require dogs to be up to date on rabies, distemper, bordatella and a current negative f***l test. This is to ensure a safe environment for all who come in including those with reduced immune system function. If you're interested in my services please email me at [email protected]

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Tuesday	8am - 4pm
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