De-Shed, pet grooming

06/27/2025

Corgis are important not just for sheep and cattle🩵

Did You Know… Welsh Fairies Rode Corgis Into Battle? 🧚‍♂️🐾

June 24 is International Fairy Day — a date chosen because it falls near Midsummer, when the boundary between our world and theirs is said to be at its thinnest.

In Welsh folklore, the Tylwyth Teg — the mysterious and enchanting Fair Folk — were said to ride into battle on the backs of corgis. Small but swift, these fairy steeds were loyal companions and fierce fighters, perfectly sized for their supernatural riders.

Even the name “corgi” may hint at this magical origin. Cor means “dwarf” and gi means “dog” in Welsh — making corgi the “dwarf dog,” or as some like to call it, the “dog of the fairies.”

And if you’ve ever noticed the faint dark markings across a corgi’s shoulders, take a closer look. Folklore calls it the fairy saddle — a lasting trace of their time in the service of the Tylwyth Teg.

So today, if you pass a corgi, be polite. It might not be alone... 🐾✨

05/14/2025

She is blunt but right…..don’t be offended out there, but listen to her. She is right

05/12/2025

Happy Mother's Day to all those who celebrate. Especially the Mom's of PETS! ♥️ 🐾

04/15/2025

This is good info. I have amazing customers so I get plenty of appreciation, just thought I would give you all food for thought about the process.

WHAT YOU DON'T SEE AT THE DOG GROOMERS.......
You dropped your dog off at the salon and picked them up few hours later - fluffy, fresh, and happy. But what you saw was just the tip of the iceberg.

You didn’t see your groomer arrive early to open up the salon, disinfect tools, lay out fresh towels, and check the day’s appointments. You didn’t see them look over your dog from nose to tail before even lifting a brush - checking the coat condition, skin, eyes, ears, nails, and weight.

You didn’t see the careful way they clipped around a wriggly paw, or how they paused to let your dog calm down during the bath. You didn’t notice the matting hidden beneath your dog’s topcoat, or the way the groomer worked slowly to avoid hurting the skin beneath it.

You weren’t there when they spotted a red patch of irritated skin, or a small lump you hadn’t noticed. You heard them gently mention it to you at collection - not to worry you, but because they genuinely care about your dog’s wellbeing.

And after you left, you didn’t see the clean-down , the floor swept, tables cleaned, blades oiled, messages replied to, notes written up for your next visit, and laundry on again.

All of that… for a price that’s often lower than what you’d pay for your own haircut. And your hairdresser?
They don’t have to bathe you, clip your nails, or hold you still while you try to bite the brush.

The truth is ……. dog grooming is so much more than a haircut.

It’s about health, hygiene, comfort, and trust. It’s about knowing dog anatomy, coat types, skin conditions, behaviour management, handling skills, and safe sc******ng techniques. It’s a profession that takes training, practice, and patience.
Most groomers got into this work because they love dogs. But that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be paid fairly for the physical, emotional, and skilled work they do every single day.

If your dog leaves their groomer happy, healthy and looking good - it’s not by luck. It’s because you have got a good groomer.
So next time, take a moment to thank them. Leave a review.

Tip them if you can. And above all - don’t undervalue them.
They’re doing far more than just washing the dog.

If you want to know more about the trade association for pet groomers and how we support them, contact the British Dog Groomers Association a division of the Pet Industry Federation www.petfederation.co.uk

04/09/2025

I wish bathing some of the dogs was this easy!! lol

04/01/2025

Looks like spring is getting closer!! With that comes mud, hair, cockaburs, and swampy water smells. I do have help again for the spring/summer time and hopefully longer!! Also grabbed some new shampoos and conditioners to help with dry skin, itchy spots and funky smells. Keep in mind that D’Shed has been doing so well with our 4-legged friends that word of mouth is spreading!! This means my books are filling up fast with appointments so it may be a couple weeks out to wait for an appointment? Even with help, we are full to the brim!! YAY!!! 🐾 such a great feeling!! Wait times might be a bit longer too since we are fuller and I am helping train my bather. Just please be patient and we will get them out as soon as possible❤️🐾 Thank you all so so much for your continued support!

02/08/2025

Hello my pet friendly peeps❤️ I hope your new year is going pretty good? Just going to give a bit of D’Shed news for the new year……

🐾Pricing is going to stay pretty much the same for another year. I have been trying to make it bit more consistent so a few of the bigger dogs may fluctuate up or down a few dollars just so I can try and get my prices regulated.

🐾My customer base is growing rapidly (YAY!!) That being said, I may have a harder time getting you in right away. I know some of you are used to getting in same day or next day, and I will continue to try to do that, but it might not happen?

🐾To accommodate my growing clientele, I have been working with an already skilled groomer. Sarah has ran a grooming shop in southern Idaho for a veterinary hospital. It has been a little while since she did that, so she is brushing up on her knowledge by helping me. She will be here on Fridays to do bath and brush dogs, toenail trims and light trimming. I will be booking some of you with her on Fridays so that I can focus on more detailed grooms and we can get more in on that day. Hopefully she stays and wants to expand into a few more days!! She is really good with the dogs and is friendly and enjoys the grooming business.

Thank you all so much for all your kindness and business!!🐾❤️ I can’t believe we are coming up to being open for 2 years already!! I couldn’t have done it without God and all of you!!❤️🐾

01/24/2025

Cutest little dog yesterday!! Betty knows she’s adorable 🩷💜

01/11/2025

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