Tara’s Grooming N’ Photography

05/24/2024

Let the significance of this sink in, and settle deeply...
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04/01/2024

We know you see our posts! We have lots of dogs! We are solely volunteer run and we are in need of reliable people willing to volunteer for our rescue! Our greatest need right now is for feeders & cleaners, and then for people to come visit the dogs during the day and walk them or take them for field trips.

Feeding and cleaning is the backbone of this rescue and we are in URGENT need of people willing to help out with this. We have very low availability during the week (morning and night) so this is what we are hoping we can cover ASAP!

The weather is getting nicer and our dogs want to be out sunbathing! We are looking for anyone who has day time availability where they can come see our dogs and give them some outdoors time. We need it! The dogs need it!

If anyone is looking to volunteer for this amazing organization, please fill out a volunteer application on our website (wheretheloveis.org). We are solely volunteer run so someone will be in touch after receiving your app, but please be patient and give it at least 3-5 business days! We also ask that anyone who is looking to volunteer but is aged 16 or younger be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Thank you everyone, from both the dogs and volunteers here at WTLI💜🐾

08/12/2023

Just another reminder in case you don't know about this danger to our fur-kids.....

07/23/2023

TODAY'S PSA. If you can't take the heat, don't make your dog do it. Save a life.

07/20/2023

07/14/2023

Hoping this info will help another pup (or human) to take caution after heavy rain. Phoenix was part of our pack for nine-years. The happiest most loving girl who could not hold her licker! She was spoiled and happy every single day of her nine years, as it should be.

06/27/2023

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06/26/2023

Kourtney & Wiley ❤️

06/25/2023

At home grooming for Wrigley ❤️

06/22/2023

Hey guys 👋🏻
Just wanted to update everyone on my situation.
I decided to stop grooming in a salon setting. My back and my health problems have been coming back and it was becoming too taxing to groom dog after dog at a salon setting. I’m actively looking for other work opportunities. I will continue to go to your homes to do nail trims and ear cleaning, as well as photography if anyone is interested. I appreciate everyone’s support throughout the past 20+ years ❤️

06/21/2023

06/17/2023

A generous donor will pay the $450 adoption fee for this caramel and vanilla confection named Bones. A Pitbull/ American Staffordshire terrier mix, Bones has boundless energy and love for everyone. He badly needs to find a permanent home.

https://www.wheretheloveis.org

06/15/2023

Save a Puppy’s Life! Queso is a sweet and loving male lab retriever mix puppy. H… Savanna Mason needs your support for Help Queso conquer leptospirosis!

06/09/2023

Greta is overcoming cancer, chemotherapy, and parvovirus. She's a survivor!Greta and her pups were rescued from a graveyard in Texas early this year.Want to...

06/09/2023

06/08/2023

Lexi ❤️

05/28/2023

Post Clipping Alopecia or PCA is defined as loss of proper coat growth due to clipping/shaving with clippers. There are a few things you need to know regarding PCA.

1. Who is most at risk of PCA? Fur bearing breeds are extremely susceptible to PCA. This includes any breed whose coat grows to a genetically predetermined length and stops. Nordic breeds are even more prone to PCA. Geriatrics, even those with hair, are also very susceptible to PCA.

2. What causes PCA? There is no definitive answer at this point, but there are two scientific theories from recent research. The first has to do with vasoconstriction of the blood vessels in the skin. When the coat is shaved, even in warm weather, the skin reacts by constricting blood vessels that feed the follicles in the skin. Once these vessels constrict the follicles no longer proliferate leading to PCA.
The second theory has to do with the growth cycle. When the coat is shaved, the growth cycle becomes disrupted due to the skin sealing itself with oils from sebaceous and apocrine glands. This traps clipped hairs beneath the epidermis preventing them from shedding out leading to improper growth as well as skin diseases.

3. PCA is unpredictable. There is no way to tell if a particular canine will acquire PCA if you shave. Often there is no issue, but on the third or fifth or even the tenth time, it can happen.

4. Are there actual health risks posed by PCA? The short answer is yes. Again, diseases such as Alopecia X, Black Skin Disease, Furunculosis, and other skin diseases often accompany PCA.
Once the coat has been clipped, the body now strains to properly regulate body temperature. Because dogs do not sweat, a properly maintained coat keeps a canine both cool and warm. This strain to cool the body puts a strain on internal organs.

5. Can there be other causes? Yes. Heath problems such as Diabetes, Cushing's diseases, and Addison's disease should be ruled out. Pets who are known to have these health problems should not be shaved if at all possible.

6. Do felines get PCA? The short answer here is yes. While there is minimal research for canines there is even less for felines. Hair coated breeds such as Persians, Himalayans and others are not affected as often as true fur bearing breeds. While felines seem to be less affected by PCA than canines it can happen.

While there are situations such as severely matted or pelted coats that must be shaved for health health purposes, shaving because you think a pet is hot or shedding too much is simply not in the best interest of the pet. A professional groomers responsibility extends to protecting and promoting a healthy coat. A properly maintained coat will help regulate body temperature and prevent shedding.

Join us at the IAPEG where cutting edge education in the best interest of the pet is our top priority.
Get your membership here > https://theiapeg.com/membership-1

05/22/2023

This is the second dog in the last two weeks that we’ve had come in to our hospital with this type of bone stuck around it’s mandible. Separate companies but the EXACT same design.

Please do NOT buy this type of bone for your pup! It’s not worth the risk. Luckily for this patient, our technician was able to wiggle it free but our previous patient was under general anesthesia for nearly a half hour while we went through every tool in our arsenal to saw through both sides of the bone safely.
Both dogs are lucky that they did not end up with lacerations or broken teeth.

05/10/2023

05/01/2023

BHcare’ s Fair Haven Homeless Outreach Hub needs your help!

Our shelves are bare and we’re hoping to stack them with food, snacks, and beverages for those who visit our drop-in center. Since October 2022, we’ve seen 143 new clients and had nearly 1,200 visits by individuals who are homeless or on the verge of homelessness. On average, the Hub is seeing 22 people looking for assistance. Your support is greatly appreciated. http://ow.ly/SU1X50NzclC

If you would like to donate any clothing, blankets, food, or hygiene products, please email [email protected] or call 203-892-6344

04/15/2023