Fuzzy Critter's Grooming

09/03/2026

Tips and Tricks from your Local groomer!
3. Kennel Training
Whether you agree with kennels in your home or not, your pet NEEDS to be comfortable in one. Most groomers use kennels for drying or keeping all pets separated when there are more than one at a time in the shop. If your pet is sick and has to stay over night at the vet clinic, they will be confined to a kennel. If you go out of town and need to use a boarding facility, your pet will be confined in either a run (long, spacious kennel) or a kennel depending on their size and availability. (Emergencies happen, having the neighbor come over to take care of your pet may not always be an option). In either circumstance, your pet needs to feel comfortable in a kennel. If they don't, they can get anxious, disruptive, aggressive, or just completely tear up a kennel trying to get out (which not only costs you for property damage, but may also cause your pet serious injuries and more medical bills). You don't have to use them in your home and you can work things out with your groomer to ensure they dont have to be in a kennel, BUT there may be a situation in the future that you can't work around and you're going to want your pet to be comfortable! Prepare them and yourself for that future possibility.
With my experience in the vet and grooming world, believe me, pets can do all sorts of things when they are stressed. I've had dogs attack me trying to remove them from a kennel. I've seen pets attack their owners trying to remove then from kennels. Have you ever had to shove an 80 lb German Shepherd into a kennel??? It's not fun, believe me. I've had dogs completely destroy my kennels trying to chew their way out (those are not cheap!). Have you had to listen to a dog scream or bark for hours because they hate being confined?? I have, neither of us enjoyed it.
In the long run, its better to know your pet is completely comfortable with a situation than to make them endure it because its only ever once in a while. Be proactive with your pets. Life happens and we can't be prepared for EVERYTHING, but you can prepare for things like this. Its just safer.
Have a blessed day!

02/03/2026

27/02/2026

Tips & Tricks from your Local Groomer!
2. Every breed of dog, needs to be comfortable with baths and nail trims!!
Every indoor cat needs to be comfortable with nail trims at least!

Even if you have a short haired dog that you plan to take care of yourself at home, they need to handle both well for your own sanity as well as your dogs.

Between working at vet clinics and grooming facilities, nothing is more stressful than having to muzzle, bear hug, or have multiple people restrain a dog because trimming their nails is so terrifying for them. Its not only dangerous for us, but for them as well.
Trimming their nails feels weird no doubt, esp dremeling or sanding them down. So start when they are puppies or kittens, so it becomes a routine thing for them. Have someone teach you how to do it at home if nothing else. Not every pet will be carefree about it, of course. My weiner dog still hates it, but the worst she does is pull her foot away. She doesn't scream, bite or desperately try to get away and thats well enough.

Cats are an absolute nightmare with little razor feet when they want to be. Our house cats get regular nail trims, so I can do them myself, but they sure like to talk smack while I do it. 😂 Its so important to get them used to it too. Esp with the risk of cat scratch fever,or cat bites because they can cause extremely nasty infections! They are quick little boogers too, so you're guaranteed a battle wound when dealing with a nasty cat. And of course its super stressful for them, they get scared and lash out or get mad and lash out, so we need to make it an easy experience every time.

Baths, now that can turn into a nightmare as well. Most dogs do just fine, cats not so much 😂, but some dogs will go absolutely bonkers over a bath and that's not healthy. What if they are sprayed by a skunk, get into a huge nasty mess of mud (let's face it, mud is fine, but a bath is torture!! 🙄), or they come down with a skin condition and need regular baths and medicated shampoo to heal it? Your pet needs to be ok with a bath. My daughter's Great Pyrenese, hates baths, even though we've bathed her since she was 8weeks old. I can say that she has definitely improved over the years, she doesnt scream like a husky or claw us to death to escape the tub anymore, but she just hates it and pouts the WHOLE time. But its manageable now because we kept working through it.

All this to say work with your pets from a young age! You'll both be happier for it! And your groomer will definitely thank you as well!
Bless you and every fur baby!

26/02/2026

Tips & tricks from your local groomer!

1. EVERY breed needs to get started before they are 4-5 months old! Conditioning is key. We want them to be comfortable and not scared just as you do. Get your vaccines done and find a groomer to get started. Until then, start at home with baths. Make sure your using good pet shampoo.
I personally dread taking on a new dog that is over 8- 9 months old and never been groomed. I'm a seasoned groomer and I know it'll go one of two ways. They will either take to it like a champ or go absolutely bonkers!! So why risk traumatizing your pet?? You took on the responsibility, so its your job to prepare them. We, as groomers, can only do so much magic.
Obviously, if you adopt an older pet, these things don't apply, but be honest with your groomer about everything upfront, so no one gets hurt or upset.
Soooo I will continue posting advice/ tips & tricks. If you don't agree with me, that's fine, this is my opinion from my experience!
Have a Blessed Day! ❤️

26/02/2026

I want to start a tips and tricks stream from your local groomer! There are more and more posts of people looking for groomers, so lets help! Stay tuned, these may be daily posts or weekly posts!

23/02/2026

New soaps are hitting the shelves today!!
This set is called "Simply Clean" and has an apple cider scent. These bars have goats milk, jojoba oil, coconut oil, castor oil, lard and essential oil for scent.
Reach out for more info or come by the stand!
Open Monday through Friday 8:30-5:30

23/02/2026

We currently have Aloe Vera plants at the Farm Stand!! The plants were donated by Courtney Crowley and Kathy Hire, so we only ask for enough to cover the cost of soil, pots, and marble rocks! Please reach out or come by if interested!

23/02/2026

New product at the Farm Stand!! Oasis Tallow now has tallow skin care products on our shelf! They are based out of Tatum, but have stores in Ruidoso and Roswell that carry their products as well.

Their products are hand made with tallow from their very own beef at Pearce Ranches. The tallow is picked through very meticulously to give you the best results! (More info on Pearce Ranches to come) We currently have unscented, peppermint, lavender and vanilla.

Now you no longer need to travel over an hour to get it! Stop by the stand! Monday through Friday 8:30-5:30!

13/02/2026

When your first dog of the day is a husky and your chapstick is still there 😫😂 This is why I dont wear makeup to work! 😂

02/02/2026

We're open!

Today in the farm stand we have:
Fresh Rabbit, Milk, Blueberry Creamcheese Sourdough, Magnesium Spray, Prickly Lettuce Tincture, Vanilla Extract, HONEY, Herbal Teas, Tallow, Mulberry Jelly, Grape Jelly, Apple Sauce, Red Plum Jam, Christmas Jam, Blueberry Syrup, Goats Mill Tallow Soap, Spoon Butter, Dog Paw Cream, and one Candle

Come by Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:30pm!

31/01/2026

Come get your honey fix in the farm stand!

We now have HONEY in the farm stand!!! Soo excited! Completely raw natural honey, from a local lady and her very own bees!!! Prices range for different bottle sizes. Get with Heather Pfalzgraf for more info!

25/01/2026

Well, my shop's water is frozen, so I won't be able to open tomorrow. Yall be safe out there!