The Little Dog Laughed

27/09/2024

True Story

17/09/2024

Rocco. Olde English Buldogge. Bred to resemble the Old English Bulldog, which is now extinct. Not the British Bulldog. Taller. More streamlined. Athletic. Pics don't show how big & solid he is. He'd make a great tight head prop. And he is a perfect gentleman.

25/07/2024

The salon will be closed for the next few days, following the gentle passing yesterday of my beloved Dad. He was my friend, my advisor, my mentor, my protector & first among the loves of my life. I hope he doesn't mind being rushed by a large pack of dogs, all whom he loved & finally welcoming him home.

The death has occurred of Phil Jones of Model Farm Road, Cork Ireland, on 24/07/2024. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

10/04/2024

I've always wanted to cause a rumour.

Maybe not this one. But it should be an easy one to stop. From the horse's mouth (mine)....

THE LITTLE DOG LAUGHED IS NOT CLOSING.

The groomer who worked from my salon is no longer working here. She's self employed & rented the space here (a bit like hair stylists renting chairs).

I suspect that her departure caused some confusion. So, to clarify...

The Little Dog Laughed is my business. I have been at the premises in Casement St for 11 years. I have no plans to close. I am taking appointments & will be delighted to continue to welcome old & new clients for the foreseeable future. Business as usual.

I'd love if you'd spread the correct word. Maybe share this? And book your dogs.

Carole ###

09/04/2024

LET'S TALK ABOUT....
FLEAS

I know, it's yeuch. But, fleas happen. These feckers live to infest. They will jump any height to get to a new host & start a new life cycle. If your dog has fleas, they're present in all forms of the life cycle, even the ones we can't see. They hang around, dormant & wait for a chance to reinfest your innocent dog.

If a dog with fleas comes into the grooming salon every other dog is at a high risk of getting them.
If I wash & dry a dog with fleas, I blow the whole lot all over the salon.
I have to deep clean, spray, remove all towels & bedding & boil wash everything. Including myself.
I have to set off toxic flea bombs.
I have to send dogs home ungroomed & cancel grooms until the salon is treated.
I'm twiddling my thumbs & not working.

It costs a fortune.

I expect that all dogs booked for grooming have up to date flea treatments.
I expect that you will be aware if your dog is carrying fleas.
I expect you to double check in advance of your appointment.

If I find fleas before I groom your dog, I'll cancel the groom. And....I HAVE TO CHARGE THE FULL COST OF YOUR MISSED GROOM.

If I find fleas while I'm grooming your dog, I WILL SEND IT HOME IMMEDIATELY. probably wet, as I usually find them in the bath. I WILL CHARGE THE FULL COST OF THE BOOKED GROOM PLUS THE COST OF FOGGERS.

I hate to do this, but it's getting harder & harder to make a living. Help me out with your understanding, please. Treat your dogs. Check when you make your appointments, or in good time to take action. Please.

15/01/2024

Before & After of the beautiful Champ🐾

02/01/2024

Missy wants to let you know that we're taking appointments for 2024!

We'll be catching up on the diaries & sending repeat appointments over the next few days.

If you want to get ahead of the posse, we have appointments available on Thurs Jan 4th, Fri 5th & Sat 6th & on Mon 8th.

Call to book on 087 7495456
Or text. We love texts.

01/01/2024

Happy New Year!

We were blessed to have two magical creatures in the salon in December. Asher the Elf & Moonraker the Reindeer.

They reminded us that magic is everywhere.

Thank you, each & every dog who has come through our doors, & each & every human who has trusted us to take care of them.

Thank you for the love & support you wrapped around us after we lost our precious Marcel. We needed you, & you were there for us.

Jodie & I love, value & appreciate all of you more than you may realise.

21/12/2023

Snowie😍🎅

20/12/2023

Molly🥰🎅

20/12/2023

Lola came in for her Christmas Tidy up🎅😍