MeowWoof Pet Grooming

08/21/2024

This cute shihtzu family! 🥰

08/17/2024

Just a few more adorable pack members from this week’s grooming sessions. Have a wonderful weekend! 💯

08/16/2024

Did you know? Apparently we have a day titled “relaxation day”. Who knew? I didn’t know.
Also, did you know, I find cuddling your pets very relaxing! 😸🥰🤗🐾🐾💜😁😆😆😆
Just a little groomer humor… but also true story. 🫶🏻

08/15/2024

All the best looking pups in town are the MeowWoof pack! 💜🐾🤗

08/14/2024

Happy Humpday-Wednesday! Hope you all have a tag waggin’ pawesome day! 🐾💜

08/10/2024

The MeowWoof pack is where it’s at! You can’t help but smile and be happy with all this adorableness. 🥰💜🐾🤗

08/10/2024

From the MeowWoof den this week: MORE CUTENESS OF COURSE! 🥰🤗🐾💜😻

08/08/2024

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Congratulations to all the winners!

08/01/2024

Happy Thursday! Hope you all have a happpppy day! 💜🤗🐾

07/31/2024

Happy hump day! 🤗🐾🤗

07/27/2024

07/26/2024

07/26/2024

Kitties and puppies oh my! 😻🥰🐾💜 how are you all so stinky cute!!! 🥰

07/24/2024

So far this week….

07/20/2024

Hey MeowWoof pack! 💜🐾💜🐾💜
We’ve made it as a finalist for the best of Dickson county’s mainstreet awards! 💜🐾💜👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
CONGRATS to the other pet care specialty-finalists, Milk & Honey Paw Spa- Pet Grooming + Boutique & Shaggy To Chic, best of luck!!

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07/19/2024

Here are some of this week grooming sessions for your viewing enjoyment, from the MeowWoof den. 🥰🐾💜

07/15/2024

Understanding the Importance of a Dog’s Coat:

You may have been suggested to shave your dog, but as a pet advocate and groomer, I believe it’s essential to consider the impact on your dog’s coat and overall health. Removing their coat could undo the progress we’ve made in addressing any previous skin issues, or cause new problems.

Different coat types have specific needs:

• Short-coated dogs (like Boxers or single-coated Labradors) should never be shaved down. Their limited coat needs to protect against toxins, UV light, trauma, and temperature changes.

• Medium-coated or double-coated dogs (like German Shepherds or Huskies) need a dense coat for protection. Removing the coat takes away that protection. The primary hairs create the structure of the coat, and if cut, the coat can become impacted or overgrown by the secondary hairs, leading to a whole new set of problems.

• Long-coated dogs (like Poodles, yorkies, and shihTzu) have primary and secondary hairs that function similarly. Their coat can be trimmed but no shorter than 1 inch from the skin.

•Double-coated breeds, in particular, rely on their coats for insulation. Think of it like the insulation in your house: without it, temperature regulation would be compromised. Similarly, a dog’s coat helps them regulate their body temperature and protects them from environmental elements.

Dogs have their own ways of staying cool, such as panting and using the sweat glands in their feet. They can also raise and lower their hair, using their Arrector pili muscles to adjust their body temperature. Removing their coat would be like stripping away their natural sunscreen. The outer coat, or guard hairs, protect against weather, UV rays, allergens, dirt, dander, and other environmental contaminants.

Shaving a double-coated dog does not make it cooler or more comfortable; instead, it can lead to more skin issues, dryness, and increased heat because the protective guard hairs are gone. There’s also a risk of shave alopecia, where the coat might not grow back properly, or at all, after being shaved.
I cannot support shaving your dog unless it is medically necessary, as I believe it would be harmful to his coat and overall well-being.
It’s important to recognize that veterinarians often focus on medical issues and may not have extensive training in skin and coat care unless they pursue additional education. I hope to see more collaboration between groomers and veterinarians to ensure pets receive comprehensive care.

Sources:
•Arrector pili:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arrector_pili_muscle #:~:text=The%20arrector%20pili%20muscles%2C%20also,as%20goose%20bumps%20(piloerection)

•To Shave or Not to Shave:
https://isbusa.com/blog/2019/06/24/to-shave-or-not-to-shave/

•How Hair, Skin, and the Sebum Layer Protect Our Pets:
https://isbusa.com/blog/2018/09/17/how-hair-skin-and-the-sebum-layer-protect-our-pets/

07/14/2024

Someone adopt this adorable baby! 🥹🥹🥰🐾

07/13/2024

It was a fabulous, busy day here at MeowWoof. This groomer is wiped out! Thank you all for your love, patience and continued support! 🫶🏻 Enjoy your weekend!
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07/12/2024

Smile! The pools are waiting 😊

07/12/2024

It’s Always a paw-rty at MeowWoof! 🐾

07/12/2024

These two fuzzy lovin’s always know how to bring happiness everywhere they go! 🥰

07/12/2024

Down for some summertime fun!

07/06/2024

Ahhh summer! 🥰💜🐾🫶🏻

07/05/2024

Dogs are notoriously bad at dissipating body heat. Watch for early signs of heatstroke, also known as hyperthermia, in your dog to avoid serious outcomes.

07/03/2024

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07/02/2024

Todays MeowWoof posting:

🔥 As temperatures rise, remember our furry friends’ little paws!
☀️ Hot pavements can burn their sensitive paw pads. Protect them by walking during cooler times of the day or using booties. If it’s too hot for your feet, it’s even hotter for their paws! Spread the word to keep our pets safe. 🫶🏻🐾🤗💜🐾☀️