Le Patou Canine Salon and Boutique, LLC

27/10/2023

I wish to thank each and every one of my wonderful clients! I am so grateful for all the love and support! Some of you have been with me for 7 years and I am grateful. I wish you all the best. Life doesnt always play out as we think it should, but I am trusting the process. On to the next adventure!

25/09/2023

24/08/2023

Clients and Friends:

Do you know a dog groomer looking to expand their business? Le Patou book of business is for sale and our commercial space is available to lease! This is an established business with a calendar that books out 1 year in advance and a growing wait list. There is plenty of room in this immaculate facility to add a 2nd groomer. This space was a custom build out and features a retail/waiting room up front, large grooming room and custom, enclosed bath/blow out room. Our clients are amazing and would love to continue their services with a qualified groomer at this location.
Please share:

Harbor Springs, MI:Book of business is for sale for a very busy dog grooming salon in beautiful Harbor Springs Michigan. Most equipment, furniture and inventory open for negotiation as part of sale. Salon has been operated as a private, 1:1 salon which clients love.

15/06/2023

Looking for a wonderful opportunity to get professional photos of you and your pup AND donate to help animals in need? Jennifer is a talented photographer and dedicated to improving the lives of animals in need. Click the link to learn details. Only 10 spaces available!

Your pup means the world to you.Here’s your chance to show your pup to the world!We all know that our pups are more than just pets – they are beloved members of our family. That’s why I’m thrilled to offer you the opportunity to celebrate your dog’s unique personality in a way that is trul...

01/06/2023

Firework season is upon us! Here's a great video on deconditioning your dog. Get started!

Every year I get a number of requests for help with dogs who are fearful of fireworks. This video will show you how to use counterconditioning to teach your ...

29/05/2023

Ticks are terrible this year! Just came across a thread in another group on natural prevention tips. Wondercide was mentioned. I have recommended it to clients and have been using it on my dogs. One prrson said this and shared a blog with suggestions:

Hope this helps.
From our professional Karen Rosenfeld quoted on another post

As well, in general Wondercide is not a good product. It contains multiple highly processed additives that contain toxic residues from SLS and GMO soybean, canola and corn.

Choose truly natural preventatives instead. See my article below for examples of natural alternatives, choose the options that don't include essential oils.

A blog about dog training, behavior, communication,psychology and holistic wellness - natural wisdom for you and your dog, cat

25/05/2023

This is Nugget...she's modeling how clearly I can see her skin when I'm blow drying her after bathing. As her groomer, I inspect her from head to tail, every time I see her. When something is new to me, seems off, doesn't look right, I tell her human. And ticks? Yes, I have lost count of how many I've found on dogs lately. Your dogs visit to the groomer is much more than just a bath and brush out/hair cut!

22/03/2023

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It’s the season for ticks, some as small as poppy seeds, but they can make you and your pets sick.

21/02/2023

Let's talk Leash Laws:

Leash laws on public land or in public spaces are necessary to protect everyone. You may believe your pup is the sweetest little lover ever, but someone else's dog may have reactivity issues or be a guardian dog with a mindset/training that you do not understand and are not prepared for. Your sweet sugar plum running up, off-leash and invading their space is going to interpreted as an aggressive act and there could be very serious consequences - for dogs, for humans!

Be respectful! Keep your dog leashed around other dogs. IF you choose to take your dog off leash on public land, you had better have a very well trained dog that recalls to you immediately when called. It is absolutely negligent to put the responsibility on owners of reactive dogs who have their pups on leash. Do NOT invade another dog or humans space unless invited to do so.

25/01/2023

Bear, is still available for adoption at Charlevoix Humane Society. He is a sibling to our new pup Tes. Some of you have met Tes and can attest to how awesome this breed is! He is a Maremma. These dogs are amazing! They need exercise and some room to run around, preferably fenced. They are SMART! and train easily. Please spread the word to help this poor Lil guy. He deserves a loving, attentive home!

23/01/2023

Honoring our sweet rescue, Jäger, who passed away over the weekend. She came to us as a private rescue from Puerto Rico where she was found begging for food on the beach. The generosity of a caring couple (who had already adopted 3 Beach dogs!) got her to us. They took her in and provided her a safe place, got her the immediate vet care she needed and paid for her flight to MI. I will never forget driving up I-75 with her and how scared she was. What an ordeal! Our Vet diagnosed her with active heartworm and she was immediately treated. She gained 22 # within a matter of weeks. This girl was so full of love and s***k and relished all that we had to give her. She had a full life here in the cold north and was loved by many. She leaves a hole in our lives. I would like to thank my son, Sam De Jonge, for taking such good care of her for the past 2 years when it became evident that she needed to be the only dog in a household. Jäger taught us that doing right by our pets is non-negotiable. Until we meet again sweet girl 🩷

Please consider making a donation to The Sato Project @ www.thesatoproject.org/donate-1.

13/09/2022

This is a reshare:

Please COPY AND PASTE IT COULD SAVE A PET .

Attn Dog Owners‼️Please learn from my mistake. Before you purchase those wonderful autumn scented essential oil diffusing plug-ins for your home,.... do some homework. Many of the oils used in these diffusers are toxic for dogs.
I bought Bath and Body Works wallflower plug-in diffusers and put them throughout my home filling it with the wonderful "Leaves" scent. Two days later I began to notice, one by one, my dogs having vomiting and diarrhea episodes. It was two more days before I realized the wallflowers were making them sick. By then I had 4 very sick dogs. Woodford, my dalmation was the sickest. Not only did he have vomiting and diarrhea but also had oral burns and was drooling profusely.
We had a 9hr stay at the doggie ER in the middle of the night followed by an extensive ventilation of my home. The oils are sprayed out of the diffusers and stick to every surface in your home including dog toys, linens and surfaces so everything had to be cleaned. It was an ordeal! Plus the agony of seeing my dogs suffering from a mistake that I made was heart wrenching. It has been a long week with many sleepless nights, but luckily my dogs have all mostly fully recovered and are doing well.
Clove was the particular oil in the "Leaves" wallflower that was toxic to my dogs. Mild exposure causes gastric disruption and dehydration but prolonged contact causes oral & esophageal burns plus kidney & liver failure. I have contacted Bath and Body Works and urged them to add a small sticker saying "Not safe for pets" to their scents that contain toxic oils. Until then, please do your research and make sure you aren't accidentally poisoning your dogs.

19/06/2022

Now that's dog ❤!

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18/06/2022

LOL

25/04/2022

Get prepared for 🦨 season!
1. Start with the homemade immediate action bath - apply to DRY coat. Wear rubber gloves! Use old towels to wipe down after working into coat to pull off oils from coat. Rinse out.
2. Wash dog with Odor Eliminator Shampoo.
3. Spray with Odor neutralizing spray as needed.

Follow this AKC link for additional help:

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/get-rid-of-skunk-smell-on-dog/

09/04/2022

Couldn't help myself- had to get the king in for a spring cleanup. He's the best and so worth the time and mess after a super busy week!

04/04/2022

Opening available this Wednesday 4/6 at 10:30.
231-242-4555

24/03/2022

Gus got a new do today. 💗 this sweet boy and his mama - Jan Brosh

16/03/2022

Please consider adoption instead of purchasing a dog. So many dogs, especially bigger dogs, need homes. Save a life!

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12/03/2022

Sweet puppy Aria had her very 1st groom today. Love my job! Shout out to 119 Studio's Anita Cousino - thank you for sharing your sweet baby with me! ❤

04/03/2022

This sweet girl! Harley is so adorable and did amazing at her very 1st groom. 💗

24/02/2022

Did you know that Le Patou uses the Quadruped Pet Care product line? Made with Yucca, all of their products are Cocamide DEA-free and biodegradable. All the ingredients and products are made in the U.S.A.

"HOW YUCCA SCHIDIGERA WORKS

Mojave Yucca extract contains a high source of steroidal saponins which are detergents that enhance the body’s production of its own natural cortisone without pushing the body beyond normal limits. This makes Quadruped yucca-infused products perfect for relieving many inflammatory skin related problems and solving flea, tick, and mites while aiding in the cleaning and maintenance of skin and coat."

09/02/2022

Let me introduce Jess and her pup, Stella. Jess owns Harbor Pet Care and provides:
● Dog Walking
● Pet Sitting
● Overnight Stays
● Pet Transportation in Harbor Springs and adjoining townships

You can learn more at www.harborpetcare.com

Instagram -

Check her out and get on her client list! She's awesome 💥

06/02/2022

Just stumbled across this home dog training program and thought I'd share. I watched the introductory video only. She seems to know her stuff and I respect her approach!

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Join us for games of choice to play while you are homeschooling your dog.

06/02/2022

💗 this!

06/02/2022

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02/02/2022

Hi Everyone! This is my client & friend Reya - a wonderful person and single mom who lives in Harbor Springs. This GoFundMe that has been created to help with her medical and living expenses. Many thanks for helping!

https://gofund.me/8767c832

Reya Peurasaari Stallman, a beautiful person inside and out, has recently been diagnosed with breast cancer… Scott Reiss needs your support for Reya Stallman

30/01/2022

Humans - We need to do better! Stop giving up on dogs. Do the right thing and let forever = forever!

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27/01/2022

Excellent tips for at home coat care from the amazing Lisa Hart!

💜 At Home Grooming Tips 💜

💜 Never brush a dry coat, Dogs coats actually damage more easily if they are brushed when dry so I always recommend to brush using a conditioning spray.
Mist the coat all over then brush as normal, Always follow with a comb to ensure the coat is throughly brushed.

💜 For curly and thick coats I recommend the line brushing technique to ensure you are brushing not just the top layer of coat but all the way down to the skin.
Start at the bottom of each leg, hold all the coat up and brush in small layers only bringing the next layer down once the previous is knot free and you can pass a comb down to the skin.

💜 If your dog wears jumpers while out walking these can cause friction on the coat which creates matting so always completely brush out the coat after each walk.

💜 Try not to bath your dog too often without brushing at the same time.
It’s quite tempting if your dog gets very muddy to rinse them off when you get home, this is fine but if it is done without a complete brush out this causes felting at the root and can often be the reason coats need shaving.
Try rinsing the coat and patting dry rather than rubbing, then line brush the coat while it is still damp and again make sure you can comb down to the skin all over, especially areas like armpits and insides of legs.

💜 Always use products designed for dogs and never human products as these have a different PH level to your dogs skin and can cause irritation.

💜 I highly recommend Doglyness shampoo and conditioner as they are completely natural with no Artificial ingredients and work to make your dogs coat healthier from within.

Belle Bean 💜 .itsbelle

25/01/2022

Especially important to note when getting a new dog:

1. How much time do you truly have to devote to the TRAINING and EXERCISE of the dog? Does this accurately reflect what that particular breed or mix requires ?
2. How willing are you to GROOM - both personally and professionally - said dog breed/mix? Some coats require a tremendous amount of grooming (and yes, doodles fall under this definition)!
3. How much time and energy do you have to properly SOCIALIZE your dog to other dogs, people situations?
4. How much MONEY do have to spend on potential medical problems as some breeds have high likelihood of things like heart conditions, hip dysplasia, allergies.
5. How much EXPERIENCE do you have with dog ownership and training?

https://youtu.be/MynPTllpc0U

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19/01/2022

Sweet pups - ❤ my job!

07/01/2022

Position statement of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior on puppy socialization.

https://avsab.ftlbcdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Puppy-Socialization-Position-Statement-FINAL.pdf

01/01/2022

Thank you to my clients for a fantastic year! You and your pups make my world go round. Here's to 2022! 🐕

01/01/2022

A huge thank you to all my clients and their precious pups! 2021 was a whirlwind and I am incredibly grateful for your support in making Le Patou a success. Wishing each of us more time to slow down and enjoy the 💗 that dogs bring to our lives. Here's to an amazing 2022!

26/12/2021

Puppy Wellesley had his 1st groom, did amazing and tuckered himself out. Look at that heart nose❣️ He's gonna get big - just look at those paws! Thank you for sharing your sweetie with me.

23/12/2021

Finney❣️ This little guy is the sweetest. What a pleasure! And his mom, Marilyn, is too. ❤️ my profession

28/11/2021

Kuvar, THE Le Patou behind the Le Patou brand, got groomed today. Every 4-6 weeks he tolerates me doing what I do best. We started this dance when he was 12 weeks old because I knew with his coat and his adult size/weight, he needed to learn to trust me and not fight me. He is an absolute pleasure to groom. And I ❤ how wonderful he feels and smells when he's clean and brushed out! Best boy ever!

25/11/2021

❤ 🐾 Thankful and grateful 🐾❤

21/11/2021

Intense, intelligent and extremely loyal. One of the most amazing breeds, but truly not for the faint of heart❣

https://youtu.be/8m72bttekZ0

10 Important Facts about Border Collie Every New Mom Should KnowStaring at its bright eyes, which can be in the shades of brown from dark brown to light gold...