Bliss Pet Services

12/12/2023

Sweet baby all ready for Christmas

12/12/2023

PSA
This has come up several times recently.
One came in at a vet office I was visiting with shredded throat.

Don't ever use sheep shears on matted dogs.

Sheep shearing is completely different from dog grooming. Their wool isn't matted to the skin when maintenance is done. Their tangles are from the environment and on the outer layer. Severe Dog matting is tight to the skin. If sheep's wool was matted it would be unusable trash, not used to make yarn for clothing.

If you ever have a dog terribly matted (beyond what is safe for a regular groomer to do) talk to a vet to have them sedated for their groom.

I've seen dogs terribly injured from using improper tools. They can have bruising, loss of blood flow to the area, injuries hiding, and more.

It doesn't save money to have to patch them up at the vet later. Afterwards they can be understandably frightened of grooming.

09/12/2023

AKC Fetch Titles are coming in the new year. You can start getting ready by having good recall, fetch skills, and working among distractions.

If you need help or want to get started practicing for the upcoming titles we will offer classes starting in January
https://www.akc.org/fetch/announcing-new-akc-fetch-titles/

06/12/2023

See the teddy bear?

27/11/2023

Pal the Clumber having the best time learning touch

26/11/2023

Hanging out with one of the most popular breeds and a rare breed. Great examples of both. Lots of cuddles, training, and treats.

15/11/2023

Touch of color

08/11/2023

Everyone feels better after being clean. It's less hair flying for owners too!

Nail trims and quick baths teach puppies and kittens that grooming is a normal part of life, setting them up for a less stressful time being groomed.

05/11/2023

Fit dog fun

03/11/2023

Snuggly robes are the best.

01/11/2023

Cutest baby

31/10/2023

Sweetest baby

30/10/2023

He makes me smile. He just props up and relaxes through the whole process.

29/10/2023

Fit dog practice

29/10/2023

Social hour fun
Happy Halloween

29/10/2023

Costumes during Social hour

29/10/2023

Halloween Costumes during Social Hour.
They got dog cookies

28/10/2023

Comparison is the thief of joy

24/10/2023

Class pic shared with us. Thank you Rhonda

19/10/2023

Before and after.

19/10/2023

5 myths about nail caps for cats

https://nationalcatgroomers.com/nail-cap-myths/

19/10/2023

https://digital.groomertogroomer.com/issue/february-2023/understanding-ichthyosis-fish-scale-disease/?fbclid=IwAR1YgM0Y8ttzcmnABdSyDAAQdZcMWKOPFsf-cNEHv4HFB-_U4HVqE7z7azY

In the grooming industry, we are often presented with pets that have questionable skin issues and, unfortunately, we are not always aware of the source or how to approach the problem...

18/10/2023

18/10/2023

Post bath Zoomies in 3...2...

16/10/2023

Precious was such a good girl.

14/10/2023

Ready for his close up

11/10/2023

Sweetest Sampson modeling his groom and bandana. Thank you to his people for sharing him with us!

11/10/2023

AKC is starting a new program. We will keep you up dated when it begins and be ready for more fun in the future.
https://www.akc.org/fetch/?fbclid=IwAR2W7Xu_eSN_JLGXiIzEgOm4r0iypDhKoVTMH8UDcZOUOM7LYXTfIrzMsmk

Welcome to AKC Fetch! When dog owners are asked about activities they like to do with their dogs, the most common responses are to take their dog for a walk, and to play ball (fetch) with the dog.

05/10/2023

Big old love bug.

29/09/2023

Gorgeous as ever.

27/09/2023

Let's talk cats. Particularly senior cats.
As cats age they can slow down. They "sharpen" their claws less, they produce more oils, get dandruff, and mats.

It isn't the cats fault their body is changing. They need regular nail trims to prevent in grown nails. Regular baths and desheds reduce oily build up, dandruff, hairballs, and matting.

Cats have a luxurious coat that just needs proper maintenance to sink into the softest thing you've ever seen.

27/09/2023

Comfort groom on this little lady.

25/09/2023

6 week course $162.00
AKC Fit Dog level one.
Online options available. Text for additional details

24/09/2023

Social hour fun

21/09/2023

Impulse control is a nice trick but it's so much more.

It's seeing something you can't wait to have and waiting anyway.

The cat or bird that streaked across the yard doesn't mean you'll get pulled down if your dog is willing to look to you first.

It's leaving the food on the counter alone.

It's being able to have your dog attend more events.

It's including your dog at the picnic and knowing you'll get to eat without him stealing the food.

It doesn't mean he won't get to have treats and fun. He will actually get more rewards because he gets to go more often.

19/09/2023

Sweeter than grandma's tea right here.

19/09/2023

Cost of grooming for the basics. Not the best shears, best shampoos, the minimum.

Least expensive courses I've encountered are around 500.00.

You'll need professional equipment:

Quality blow dryer (k9 dryer, flying pig are two good brands) they run between 250 to 500ish dollars.

A good clipper Andis 2 speed or wahl KM 2 speed (there are a ton out there but these are 2 popular work horses that are used widely by professionals and not the highest end). So you won't replace them every other day. They range in price but figure around $200-300

You'll need a variety of blades 10, 30 to use under guard combs for longer lengths, guard combs ($50ish), 5 blade if you want a short but not super short cut, 7 blade is shorter than 5. Each blade ranges in price from 25 to 35 dollars.

Blade sharpening needs to be done to prevent injury and pulling on coat. Typically $8 dollars each. This way you don't have to replace blades everytime they dull.

You'll need a case to keep shears and blades safe as they are an investment (20 or so for cheaper end)

Shears: curves, straights, chunkers, thinners low end but decent quality start at around $90 each. Sending off for sharpening is important when dull to get best results to hair cut. My sharpener charges $18 each.

A dog with that type coat you need a good brush so you don't work yourself to death and irritate the dog's skin. I prefer Chris Christensen coral brush they run around $85 each but other brands with similar structure are out there for around $45.

A good comb. You can go Amazon route and get cheap. Best are around $50.

You need quality shampoos and products because that 100% is the foundation to a good hair cut. You'll probably buy by the smaller bottle rather than a gallon (gallon of shampoo on the low end is 40 dollars). choose good product for both skin and coat of your dog. Also need tearless variety to use on their face (another expense).

You'll need a dilution bottle to mix shampoo properly $3-$6. .

Nail trimmers range from $10-60 depending if you just clip or dremel.

Ear cleaning solution and cotton balls put aside $10-15.

Ear powder unless you take to the vet to have that done (which is advisable for most) $15ish

Grooming table you can get a decent table for around $200. Totally worth saving your back and keeping the dog safe while sharp objects are around.

Now you can get super cheap items but you'll have them break, wear out, get half way and crap out, or risk injury to your dog. Before I became professional I had the most basic but I saved to buy quality so it was cheaper and safer in the long run.

This isn't counting experience, CPR and First aid courses, continuing education courses, extras like polish and bows or dyes.

Not counting safety gear like: ear protection, eye protection, masks (don't want groomers lung), muzzles, groomers helper to prevent dogs from spinning or rolling and hurting themselves),

Proper clothing so you don't have every hair that ever was attached to your body and all of them poking you at the same time.

Variety of shampoos for different skin and hair types.

Nope not counting any of that just the bottom basics.

So if you're still here yes grooming is an investment in equipment and education. The longer you do it the more you invest as you learn better equipment yields better results and less replacement.

17/09/2023

Private and group classes are a great way to brush up on old skills and learn new behaviors. This sweet heart is learning to be neutral around other dogs.