Ruff Stuff Dog Grooming

10/20/2022

It’s a sad heart but relieved one to announce that Ruff Stuff Dog Grooming will be permanently closing. I greatly appreciate all of the love support and faith y’all have given me. But life has gotten very crazy for me and well let’s face it I’m physically tired. Again I want to thank all of you and I’m going to miss the dogs but for my family’s sake it’s time to step away!!

09/13/2022

EDIT: this notice is NOT for the ENTIRE CITY OF MUENSTER. JUST OUR BUILDINGS!! Calm down people! If you did not receive a notice directly from the city of Muenster then you are not effected!!
The city of Muenster is turning off the water on Wednesday. So we will be closed. They do not have an estimated time of when they will have it back on.

09/12/2022

We are back open and everyone is finally well! Call text or PM for an appointment 940-703-2204

09/06/2022

Good morning everyone. I apologize for being unreachable this past week. I’ve been sick, sicker than I have been in years, I will be spending the day returning messages and rescheduling appointments I had to cancel. Bare with me. If you are needing an appointment please contact me. 940-703-2204. I will be doing my best to return all the messages as quick as I can. Thanks again for understanding.

08/09/2022

This is an X-ray of a dog’s bent front leg. See that tiny white spot? That’s a microchip! It has migrated down the leg - far from where it was inserted, between the dog’s shoulders.

When lost pets are scanned, the entire body SHOULD be scanned to catch any that have migrated. But, as an owner, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AT THEIR YEARLY VET EXAM, to ask for a quick scan to make sure that: (1) the chip is still working, (2) the location of the chip is good, and (3) that the chip info is correct.

Remember microchips save lives and reunite families with their pet - just have it checked regularly!

08/06/2022

Normally it's all memes and jokes here at the Foolery but I want to talk about something close to my heart.

Senior Pets and Comfort Cuts

If you own a senior pet, please LISTEN to your groomer and take what they say to heart. No one wants to send home a pet looking unfinished. Senior pets, and even younger ones who may have serious health and behavior issues, we can't always make them look show ready. And that's nobody's fault.
It's not your fault, your pet's fault or your groomer's fault.

Yes, I know Max has always been good for grooming for all his life, but now he's 16. He has arthritis. He may be going blind and/or deaf. His skin is more sensitive to tangles being pulled. His mouth is sore from bad teeth and gums. He may have the beginning stages of dementia. He may not be able to stand for long periods. So we are going to do the best we can to make him comfortable without putting him through anything unnecessary. I understand you always loved his long beard or fluffy tail, but he cannot tolerate the time it takes to get those areas dry and combed out completely. Let's tighten it up for him.
I know his coat is curly today. I had to kennel dry him because the other dryers were just too much for him to handle and he was panicking and at risk of seizure.
I am sorry I cut his eyelashes too short. Because of his deteriorating eyesight, he isn't tolerating things near his face much anymore and moves a lot.

And if your groomer says they can no longer groom your dog and suggest a vet groomer, listen to them. Even if your vet gives you a letter saying your dog is safe to groom. No disrespect to vets, but most don't know what it's like to actually groom a dog. And your letter doesn't erase liability for the groomer in the event your dog has a medical crash or injury. At a vet office, if your dog goes into cardiac arrest, they can get immediate attention.

Having been in this business for a couple of decades, I have had several dogs die at salons I worked at. The business paid for necropsies and every one returned with preexisting health conditions the owners either knew about or didn't. If your groomer is telling you to take it to a vet, they are doing it because they care more about your pet's safety than your money. Just think about that. And don't assume cause the cut isn't perfect, you deserve to pay less for the work. Your groomer probably put more work into that cut now than they ever did with the perfect cut.

When you dog has serious health and behavior issues, you don't get the privilege to be nitpicky about every facet of the groom. I know it's a hard pill to swallow, but put your pets needs above vanity. Your pet will not care if they eyelashes are short or the entire underside is shaved.

And when your senior pet gets home they are going to be tired and maybe even sore. This doesn't mean they were mishandled. Place your older self into their paws for a moment. Imagine you were very old and unable to stand for long periods, while someone is running brushes, combs and clippers all over you, picking up your foot so you have to balance on one leg to clip your toe nails. Look how many elderly people choose shorter, easier to manage hairstyles. Because it's too hard to manage their other styles and longer hair.

Your groomer puts your pet first, respect them for it.

08/04/2022

I’ve had lots of cancellations next week due summer life going back to normal lol call text or pm for an appointment. If you have text or left voicemail in the past 48 hours know our cell tower has been acting up and I can not retrieve all of them. Please try again. 940-703-2204

07/31/2022

This baby came in as a stray this morning. It wandered up to house on County Rd 263, which is East of Gainesville. Owner will need proof of ownership.
If you recognize it, call us. Please share and help get it home.

07/27/2022

🐶🐾Custom 🐶 Bandanas!!!!
Who can relate??? My furry guys says “Throw the F**king Ball” daily!!! 🤣 DM me for a custom saying!👏🏼
Thanks Zeus and for modeling!!! ❤️

07/27/2022

So I have to finish the boys head. But these babies are sooo sweet and gentle. They deserve such a loving home. Contact Easy Street to adopt!!

07/25/2022

School is quickly approaching and schedules are going to get crazy! Don’t forget to get your puppers groomed before the craziness hits! I’ve got times available this week and next! Call text or pm 940-703-2204

07/24/2022

These two quiet shy boys love each other. I Know Buddy the heeler would hate to leave the shelter without his BFF Charlie. Looking for someone willing to give a home to two quiet doggo who are no trouble.

07/15/2022

All dogs go to heaven ♥️

Photo taken by Rebecca and posted in the Nebraska through the lens page.

07/15/2022

07/11/2022

Hello customers! I need to readdress the issue of personal time. Please do not text me at 2am, 6am. If I don’t answer and I’m not at the shop. PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP AT MY HOUSE! I try my best to accommodate everyone but contrary to popular belief I do not live and breathe work. Also, if you say you will be at the shop within a certain time or time frame please respect that I have made my schedule around you and showing up an hour or a few hours late creates issues with my personal time. Basically all I’m asking for is a little respect of my time. Thanks for the understanding!!

07/06/2022

Please think of your pets in this heat. Bring them inside even water holes or little pools are too hot. Your house can be cleaned from a dirty dog but their lives can not be replaced. The suffering of that kind of death is uncalled for.

06/30/2022

We are closed Friday -Monday for the holiday. I will not be answering my phone or text. Please keep your pets safe and secure during the holiday! Have a great weekend

06/22/2022

Fox and the hound has always been my favorite. This cute video made my day

06/21/2022

We have had some vacationers cancel and I now have boarding and grooming spots available. Call text or pm for availability. I still have grooming available this week as well. 940-703-2204

06/19/2022

06/12/2022

We will be closed Tuesday the 14th

06/05/2022

05/29/2022

NOTICE….. if we are boarding your dogs payment is due up front. Please bring your pets food with them. Changing their diet creates stomach problems. If they have a special bed or blanket they love please feel free to bring it with them

05/18/2022

Just a reminder I am CLOSED FRIDAY MAY 20th. Eeek my son is graduating high school!! 4 kids graduated just 2 more to go!! 🤪

05/13/2022

I can not stress this enough yall!! Please get flea and tick meds for your dogs!! They are already horrible this year! I will dip your dog to help alleviate for a moment but that does not solve the problem. Please please please medicate your pets!

05/11/2022

Good morning! I had a reschedule for Thursday and it’s left a few appointments available for them. Please call or text or pm for an appointment 940-703-2204