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Fear-Free grooming & behavior practice in Woodbridge, VA. CBCC-KA Certified by the CCPDT Family-owned pet grooming service based in Woodbridge, VA.

Force-free and Fear-free Certified practice. We offer a variety of grooming and training services for your furry ones.

13/09/2025

Scent detection is a wonderful activity to keep dogs active and cognitively sound into their golden years. Nosework stimulates all of the right areas of the brain, so that dogs can be focused, alert and tired. We integrate nosework into our training, grooming and behavior sessions, and dogs LOVE IT! 🩷🩷

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13/09/2025

If the world feels a bit heavy right now, hold your pup close. 🐾

They smell more than just treats and toys — they can actually sense your stress, sadness, even your calm. 💞
✨ Jacobson’s Organ (the “super-sensor”)
Dogs don’t just sniff with their noses. Hidden in the roof of their mouth is Jacobson’s Organ (also called the vomeronasal organ). When they curl their lips or lightly “taste” the air, they’re pulling in special chemical messages called pheromones. These messages go straight to the parts of the brain that handle emotions and connection. 🧠💌
This helps them figure out:
👣 Who’s been here
🏡 If a place feels safe
💓 How we are feeling
That’s why your dog can catch the scent of your stress… or your calm. They truly take their cues from us.

🌿 A gentle reset for both of you:
🐕‍🦺 Go on a “sniffari” — let your dog lead, linger, and read the world with their nose.

🍃 Step into nature if you can. Feel the ground, soften your shoulders, and take deep breaths.

💞 Breathe slowly together — your calm helps lower stress hormones for both of you and lifts bonding hormones like oxytocin.
Your steadiness becomes their steadiness. Their curiosity reminds you that joy still lives in tiny moments — the cool breeze, rustling leaves, or the warm press of a furry shoulder against your leg. 🐶🌬️🌳
Take it slow today. Unplug. Wander. Sniff. ✨

Credits: EatWell

11/09/2025

🐾 Roselle: The Guide Dog Who Led the Way on 9/11

On September 11, 2001, amid the terror and confusion inside the North Tower of the World Trade Center, a yellow Labrador retriever named Roselle quietly became a hero. As smoke filled the stairwells and panic rippled through the building, she calmly guided her blind owner, Michael Hingson, along with more than 30 others, down 78 flights of stairs to safety.

Through the deafening noise and violent tremors, Roselle never faltered. Her steady presence reassured those around her, proving that courage doesn’t always roar—it can also walk beside you on four paws. At one point, she even paused to comfort a woman paralyzed by fear, gently nuzzling her until she could continue the descent.

Roselle’s loyalty and training transformed chaos into order, fear into resolve. For those she guided, she wasn’t just a service dog—she was the embodiment of trust and love in their darkest hour.

Roselle retired in 2007 and passed away in 2011, but her legacy endures. She remains a symbol of the unbreakable bond between humans and guide dogs, and a reminder that heroism sometimes comes with a wagging tail and a heart full of quiet bravery.

09/09/2025

♥️Dogs that had past trauma in grooming can be helped. ♥️Macy had scary experiences in the past, but with lots of consistency and patience she understands she is safe and she allows grooming. We do not use cage dryers as they can be terrifying for noise-sensitive dogs. We towel-dry or use a very low setting the dog is okay with. Small modifications like lowering the table so it is not as scary for the dog are things we can do to improve their grooming experience. As always, choices are a big part of helping dogs gain confidence, so we ensure to provide plenty during our sessions as well.
If you have a dog that is terrified of grooming, there is hope ♥️

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08/09/2025

When we groom seniors we remember that they cannot always stand for grooming as long as younger doggies. We can make it easier for them by allowing some adjustments in the groom, to ensure they are comfortable. ♥️

30/08/2025

The past three weeks have been wonderfully busy with hands-on work donated to the animals.

I had the privilege of evaluating and coaching several dogs and fosters for Fancy Cats & Dogs Rescue. Some pups came to visit me in person, while I also hosted multiple remote orientations and support to guide fosters—helping them set up for successful decompression and smooth transitions.

Rescues can often find themselves in difficult situations when they lack access to proper behavioral support. Too often, rescues and shelters turn to costly and ineffective board-and-train programs that fail to address the root of behavioral issues and only add stress for the dogs involved. Dogs who are in decompression cannot learn as quickly because their emotions and chemicals are in control. Often they are blamed for 'being stubborn' or 'not listening' but there is a much deeper layer. They simply cannot until they calm down.

This is why foster families make the biggest difference in rehabilitation and decompression situations. This is why we see previously scared or overstimulated dogs coming out of their shell while in foster.

And I was able to step in and support these dogs and fosters during a critical time. I’m thrilled to share that they’re all thriving in their foster homes, starting to shine.

It is hard to believe, but each of these precious dogs came from a high-risk kill shelter, where they ended up through no fault of their own. They were all saved from an uncertain and heartbreaking fate:

Jeffery, a joyful one-year-old pup who adores other dogs

Kai, a loving 1.5-year-old teen who enjoys both canine company and car rides

Mac, a healthy, calm and beautiful senior shepherd

Draco, a tiny, fluffy bundle of joy with a love for treats

It fills my heart with joy to know that the work I do makes a difference for these voiceless souls.

These dogs will be ready for adoption, soon, so if you know someone who is looking for a social amazing dog... Share this post!

28/08/2025

❤️So important to keep them happy during ! Knowing how they feel and catering to their needs is paramount to us.

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26/08/2025

❤️HAPPY NATIONAL DOG DAY❤️
One special day a year to celebrate those who give us so much🐶🐶🐶

👉Here are some ways to celebrate with your own dog!

❤️Plan a special outing. Take your dog on an extra-long walk to a favorite park, explore a new dog-friendly beach or hiking trail, or visit a nearby dog park for some socialization.

❤️Host a "paw-ty." Invite your human and canine friends over for a dog-themed get-together in your backyard or at a park. Set up a kiddie pool or bubble machine for a "doggy water-park" and have plenty of dog-friendly treats on hand.

❤️Treat them to a spa day. Give your pup a pampering session at home with a nice bath, a gentle brushing, and a massage. You can also book a professional grooming session with us! Remember that we offer the extra relaxing organic soaks!

❤️Whip up some special treats. Bake some homemade, dog-friendly cupcakes or treats using safe ingredients like pumpkin, sweet potato, or peanut butter (xylitol-free).

❤️Enjoy quality time. Nothing beats a day dedicated to bonding with your best friend. Cuddle on the couch, play their favorite game of fetch, or teach them a new trick.

❤️Have a photoshoot. Capture your dog's unique personality by taking fun photos at home or by hiring a professional pet photographer.

❤️Upgrade their gear. Buy your pup a new toy, a comfy harness, a comfy bed, or an interactive puzzle toy.

❤️Help dogs in need
Donate to a local shelter. Give money, blankets, food, or toys to an animal welfare organization. Check their website for a list of needed supplies.

❤️Volunteer your time. Help walk dogs, clean cages, or play with dogs at a local rescue.

❤️Adopt or foster a dog. If you're ready for the commitment, National Dog Day is the perfect time to give a deserving dog a forever home. If you aren't ready for permanent adoption, consider fostering.

19/08/2025

👆We often get the question, why is sniffing so important for dogs? Research (Duranton & Horowitz, 2019) found that dogs who got more opportunities to sniff showed better optimism and problem-solving. You can probably imagine how this affects emotions such as fear.

💛Allowing dogs to use their noses makes them happier, calmer, and mentally healthier.💛 Remember to let dogs sniff, especially if they are hyperactive or experiencing behavior challenges.

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Monday	13:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Sunday	09:00 - 17:00

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(571) 494-7279

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http://www.kaiserpetcare.com/

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