Snail Shell Grooming

02/10/2023

Hey everyone! I have neglected this page since being back from maternity leave due to my very limited schedule!
I am not currently accepting new clients as I'm only grooming on Mondays for the time being, and I'm booking into the first week of April!
If we've not already, it's best to go ahead and schedule as many appointments in advance as possible due to the limited availability!
TEXTING is the best way to contact me instead of Facebook messenger!
615.785.0516

💙🐶🐾

07/22/2022

I have been slowing way down for the last few months, but as of today I am ⚡️officially⚡️ out on maternity leave until the first part of November!
💕Clients💕 if you need ANYTHING please do not hesitate to text me! I want to help you in any way I can in my absence!
I have spoken to everyone about specifics- but as a reminder, I will be sending out an email and text notification around 2 weeks before I am back to taking appointments, so keep an eye out around the end of October!
Thank you so much for your patronage thus far and I can't wait to see everyone in November!
P.s. Don't worry, I'll be sharing cute baby pics once she's here as well 😉

05/20/2022

I do still exist🤪 I've just been slacking on making time to post!
Summer cut season is upon us! What's your favorite groom you've done in the last few weeks?

04/21/2022

Hi everyone!
I haven't, until this point, had a big problem with last minute cancellations. So, I've never felt the need to have a cancellation policy.
Please note that when you cancel less than 24 hours ahead of time (especially same day) I am not likely able to fill this appointment.
That takes money directly away from me and my family. I am booked a month and a half out and having to turn people away. Please keep that in mind. Respect my time and I will respect yours. I understand life happens and I am a very understanding person. But the "they're not ready" and the "oh I didn't realize" has to stop. You are made aware of your next appointment when you make the appointment. You get a confirmation text, AND a reminder text. You have plenty of opportunity to give me notice.
We put your dog on a schedule for a reason, and if their appointment comes around and you feel they're not ready for a a full cut, we can discuss doing just a tidy. But it's in your best interest and your dogs to keep the appointment. Mostly due to the fact it will likely be a month or more before they can be rescheduled, and most dogs coats cannot go that long unless you are putting in some serious work at home.

With all this being said- all appointments cancelled less than 24 hours ahead of time will be charged a $20 late cancellation fee at their next appointment.
Failure to cancel more than 24 hours in advance 2 times will result in a 50% deposit being required to book future appointments.

As always, thank you so much for trusting me with your pups! Help me be able to provide the best service possible!🥰

04/17/2022

Happy Easter from my family to yours! I hope everyone has had a blessed day filled with your favorite people and pups! He is risen!

04/13/2022

It's Hank!!! hank

04/07/2022

Man oh man do I love a black poodle 😍😍😍
Meet George!

04/05/2022

I have a small dog (25 pounds or less) opening on Thursday the 7th at 8am for an EXISTING client 🙂

04/04/2022

Oh little Mollie 🥰
She's the most curious little girl and I think would climb inside my body for snuggles if she could figure out how 😜

04/02/2022

Hello everyone!
I'd like to take this opportunity to update you on a few things happening here at SSG!

1. I have fought this for as long as I can and please know I do not do it lightly!As the cost of my supplies rises, unfortunately the cost of my services must as well In order to stay afloat and be able to continue providing excellent service with top notch products! As of May 1st, please expect a $5-15 dollar increase in services. The amount of increase will be highly dependent on your dog and their needs as well as your expectations of their groom. Please, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions or concerns about this!

2. Some of you may know but most of you do not, Samuel and I will be welcoming a baby girl into our family at the end of August! My current plan is to groom for as long as I possibly can up to her arrival and take 8 weeks after she is here 💕
I will be coming back on a staggered schedule and may be doing only certain days of the week. Samuel and I are still discussing this and as soon as I know, you will too! I am trying my best to find someone to fill in at my studio in my absence to keep things as normal for your babies as possible, but please know I will have a referral for everyone if I can't facilitate a substitute in my absence! We can also discuss what we can do for your dogs to hold them over until my return.
Again, please do not hesitate to ask me questions!

This information will be sent out in an email later this upcoming week as well.
As always, thank you for being amazing and supporting my dream! I love your dogs and appreciate the trust you put in me with them!💕🐾🐶

03/31/2022

03/26/2022

UPDATE: Filled 🙂
Hello all! I have a small dog (20 # or less) opening March 31st at 8am if anyone would like to snag it 🙂

03/19/2022

*insert "I JUST A BABY" tiktok sound here*

03/15/2022

Doodle parents! This is what you're aiming for! When I show you how to brush, this is what I mean when I say you should be able to get your metal comb all the way through their coat with no tension❤️ this lends to the best experience for your pup while grooming, and your desired groom outcome!
Shoutout to Duttons mom for KILLING IT with the at home brushing 😍😍😍

03/11/2022

So excited to be here and learning all the things to improve my skills and my grooms! Excited for what this weekend hold and everyone I'll be meeting!
Side note: I would bet a significant amount that I'm the only one rockin' my tiny town of Rockvale, TN on my tag🥰

03/07/2022

Mariska is the sweetest girl there is 💕 she's so patient and well mannered and I thoroughly enjoy all our appointments spent together🥰

03/03/2022

A fresh start for this little old lady 🥰🧼✂️

02/24/2022

Meet my new friend, Mercy!

02/19/2022

Oh hey 🧔🏽‍♂️😍😍😍😍

02/18/2022

Hello wonderful clients and friends!
I am in the process of changing software! This will make both my and your life easier when it comes to appointments and keeping track of everything!
Currently I'm using 5 different apps per one appointment 😳
The new software I'll be switching to is going to consolidate this to one app and NO physical paperwork!!! Woo!
The only bad news is, I will have to have everyone provide proof of vaccination and fill out all forms again! However this will all be able to be done electronically ❤️ easy for me and easy for you!
Please bare with me for the next week or so as it is taking some leg work to get appointments transferred over!
Thanks so much for all your support 🥰

02/16/2022

This guy and his Mohawk 🤘🏻🧑🏼‍🎤 I love him!

02/05/2022

A picture unrelated to dogs. Is that allowed? 🤪

02/04/2022

You might me a groomer if this is one of the highlights of your vacation 🥰

02/04/2022

Maximus is a CavalierXCockerXPoodle mix, can't you somehow see all three?! Every time I groom him I can see them all perfectly. Most of all, I see a very good boy 🥰
What's your favorite mix?

02/04/2022

Hello wonderful clients! I leave tomorrow to go out of town through Wednesday the 9th! During this time I am going to try to give myself a break from my phone as well this means I may not get back to messages or phone calls until after I return, or close to the end of my vacation 🙂
Thank you for understanding! If you need me for something emergent, please text or call instead of messaging 🥰

-Ashton 🐶🐾

01/28/2022

Pre bath time mlems! Dakota is so cute, it's hard for me to not squeeeeze him!

01/27/2022

☁️Little clouds, Bella and Nash ☁️

01/25/2022

Those lashes tho!

01/16/2022

Been really dropping the ball on taking groom pictures here lately. Anyone else get in a photo rut? Just me? Enjoy Stella in the tub yesterday giving me all the puppy dog eyes!

12/30/2021

This babies first tidy up ❤️🐾 she was 👏🏻SUCH👏🏻 a good girl!

12/28/2021

The Christmas rush is over and I want to take a moment to thank you all for the successful past few weeks!

I have a few appointments left this week and next! Please reach out if you'd like to schedule☺️

12/17/2021

Tenly is the best old girl around 🥰 she's been with me since I started grooming and has helped me learn so much! For those that don't know, i attended . Tenly's mom let her be one of my practice dogs! Very grateful for her and her mama, and their trust me in 🥰
Swipe to see her before!

12/12/2021

Oh Hank 😍At just six months old, he is growing to be the best and sweetest poodle boy! Every time I get to groom him, he helps me improve my skills and I, personally, think his groom is better and better each time.
I also have to accompany this with a client brag! Hanks mom and dad keep his coat in IMMACULATE condition (see my story😉). They spoke to me and did their own research before even getting Hank to be sure they were prepared with the tools and knowledge they would need to best care for their pup. This allows them to have a good looking, and less stressful groom for Hank every time he sees me! Remember, coat care IS basic pet care for your dog!

12/09/2021

Who's the goodest girl? Ember is!! No really, she's the best GSD I've EVER had on my table! It helps that she's so pretty, too😍

12/09/2021

Hey everyone! I had a cancellation for a highly coveted pre-Christmas groom for 8:30 am tomorrow morning (12/9). The slot is long enough for a large or small dog. POSSIBLY two small dogs, depending on the exact need, or two large dogs that do not require cuts/trims.
Please reach out to me if you are interested!
This is my ONLY PRE CHRISTMAS APPOINTMENT LEFT.

12/04/2021

Sweetest Blanca 😍 🐾
One of the first 🔌 dogs I ever had in my studio and it's been a joy to have her every time since!

11/21/2021

Hey friends! I still have a FEW pre-Christmas groom slots available for the week OF Christmas! Please let me know if you need to schedule!

11/06/2021

Hello everyone!
Due to a cancellation, I have an opening at 1pm tomorrow, Saturday November 6th. I now have time for 2-3 small dogs or 1-2 large dogs.
Please let me know if you are interested!

10/30/2021

It's been a very Doodly day in the groom room here at SSG😍😍😍
Give Scotty and Shelby some love!

10/19/2021

It's time to play.... meet the groomer!
Hey y'all! I'm Ashton 🤘🏻
Thought I would tell you guys a little bit about me! It's not lost on me that it's a HUGE deal that people trust me with their furry besties every day, and I think knowing me better makes that easier!
I live in 🪨Rockvale, Tennessee 🧡with my husband🧔🏽‍♂️ (Samuel), my dog🐶 (Rosie), and my cats 🐅🐈🐈‍⬛(Scout, Sage, and Sully)!
I've worked with animals in multiple capacities for over over 6 years. 🐩🐑🐈‍⬛🦙🐠🦜From private in home sitting, to different disciplines at a municipal animal shelter, and now grooming, I've done a little bit of everything! 🙆🏼‍♀️
In my free time I enjoy watching baking shows (I'm lookin at you ) 🧁🎂, cooking🥣🍽🍳, helping my husband with one of his ever appearing projects🔨🪚, and spending time outside🪵🌾🌳🌻.
I am very close to my family and spend time with them often👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.
🧠I attended MTSU ⚡️ and have a Bachelors Degree in Mass Communications: Media Management.
🫀I attended for grooming school and have completed both their Groom Tech🛁 and Pet Groomer 🐕✂️ programs🤓.
It's nice to meet you all and I can't wait to get to know you and your pups!