SoPo Paws

Married mom of 2 kids and 2 Long Hair Chihuahua's means I run on caffeine and chaos!
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11/11/2024

We have some last minute holiday baths and grooms open today. Shoot us a text at 210-1914 if you want to get in.

11/07/2024

We have some baths open Thursday-Saturday!!! Take advantage and get that pup clean!

10/24/2024

Help alert:
I volunteer at the ARL and groom pups that are in dire need. A few weeks ago 4 shipoos came in (pic) and needed to be shaved with close blades. I'm expecting 8 to 10 tomorrow. Needless to say we need blades that are for this reason only. We're looking for donations to fund blades for shaving pups. If you can Venmo we would greatly appreciate it. (These blades cannot be used on salon dogs after due to the nature of what I'm shaving off & will be volunteer blades only). Thanks for considering. -lyons-25

10/17/2024

Had a Cancellation today for 1pm bath... Wide open for any stinky dog, let us know!
Walk in nails today 9 to 3

10/16/2024

We have an announcement, we have another amazing groomer coming to our team starting 11/2 which means we will be open 7 days a week! Let us know if you need to book! www.sopopaws.com

10/14/2024

Another great day and such a delight to see this awesome article written by Krissy in the Morning. WE ARE SO HAPPY!
https://wjbq.com/dog-grooming-coloring-south-portland-maine-sopo-paws/?fbclid=IwY2xjawF6fvxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHagq5YTOFiF1Jrng3myP83MvbcJOz4r1A-19C7vHScVZcjJH_58CHCQ49g_aem_1OV_TwHkQFSQ0PCu0asGpw

Watch the complete transformation these ladies gave to Maverick, my pup for Halloween!

10/13/2024

Rainy day.... Come anytime today for a walk in nail trim.
(Except 12-1 for lunch!)

10/09/2024

Is your phone full of photos of your pet? Of course it is! Why not turn those photos into donations for local animal shelters? This month, Subaru of New England is donating $5 for every pet photo posted with the hashtag

Share your own pet photos below with and support local shelters!

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740 Broadway Suite 300
South Portland, ME
04106

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+12073314062

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Yesterday was a big day, we got the keys to the new salon and ordered all the supplies. The dogs approved and we can't wait to share this journey with you!!

To my amazing clients: your SoPo Groomer is moving. My last day with Pet Supplies Plus will be 8/18. I have been blessed beyond measure for all who have helped me get to where I am in the corporate setting these past two years. This doesn’t mean it's over…I am in the process of getting established as a small business owner. My goal is to be ready to open the first week of September and as always I will keep you posted.

Ernie for the win

Send help!!!! Grooming a dog who doesn't like brushing and is severely impacted is hard. Today we were wearing goggles and masks while we worked to remove as much hair as possible to avoid shaving. Dogs with double coats like huskies are blowing coat this season and when it's impacted there is no where for it to go... so we need to do the dirtiest things possible and we blow dry the dirty coat which removes hair and covers us in dander... Allergies beware!!!

We never want to be a reason for fear in a dog. That doesn't mean all dogs will love grooming but they can learn to trust us and understand it's part of their life. The sooner you get dogs in... As early as 8 weeks, the easier it is to desensitizie to all the parts of being groomed. We cautiously introduce everything and use positive reinforcement to make the experience as easy as possible. They can be cautious and uncomfortable but should never feel this kind of fear in the salon. This was a dogs first time with me while his groomer is out sick. Needless to say I decided not to further traumatize him but to have an honest convo with the parents and record so they understood my concerns. Compassion is key. Plus setting the dog up for failure to bite me isn't fair to either of us.

Gordy is wet wet!!

Tomorrow is the last day to get your pups holiday ready and get a holiday photo!!! Here are my goobers!!

Trust and consistency is key in Grooming. Camper wasn't always this calm but look at how amazing she is with all the dates work at the salon and at home!!!!