We wish our fur-fam all the best for the new year.
May your treats be endless, and your belly rubs and zoomies be plentiful in the coming year!
It’s 9 a.m. on a Tuesday, 2010. I am front of house of my brand-new shop, Le Pawtique. Originally, it was meant to be Le Petite Pet Spa (small pet spa), but we settled on Le Pawtique in the end. The idea for Le Pawtique struck me while watching the ridiculous fluffy dog van in "Dumb and Dumber" at the time. Three years later I’m sitting here feeling Dumberest.
After returning to South Africa following an eight-year corporate stint abroad, I was determined to turn this dream into a reality. I doggy paddled for a while and worked a day job while I lived, breathed and dreamt of my pet project. My dream was grand, the stuff of a Barbie movie: a chic French-themed boutique pet spa – damask wallpaper, pink cages, diamante dog collars, blueberry vanilla facial scrub, pink tutus, and a sparkling chandelier. Securing the perfect location was a struggle. You see, up until this point in South Africa, dog parlours were kept out of sight. Finally, I found a spot in The Colony and hired a dog groomer named Emma.
During our humble, early beginnings, I anxiously waited for customers, even considering paying someone to visit my shop. The desperation was palpable. Despite the slow start, I cherished the upmarket burst of doggie-liciousness I had created. The future was uncertain, with doubts about my decision and the market's readiness.
Thoughts going through my mind:
“I’ve put my entire life savings into this, what if this doesn’t work?”
“What if the SA market is not ready for this?”
“Maybe I should have opened in Sydney or Cape Town?”
“Have I made a mistake with this centre?”
“Have I made a mistake. Full stop?”
Now to the present moment, 13 years later, and Le Pawtique is thriving. We moved to a bigger and better shop. We didn’t keep the diamante collars and tutus, but you’ll hard pressed not to find your premium product of choice. Our furry clientele has grown, and our loyal customer base is like family. We now employ eight passionate team mem
How to Brush Your Cat 🐾✨
Aside from preventing fur matting, regular brushing is an incredible practice for bonding and connecting with your feline friend.
Follow us for more expert tips.
#CatGroomingTips #BondingWithCats #LePawtique #FurCare #CatLoversUnite
Even though it is cold outside, book regular spa visits for your pet to maintain their coats. We promise to keep your fur babies nice and warm ☺️
Regular spa visits reduces matting caused by jerseys and keeps your pets clean and fresh for all the warm snuggles under the blankets with you.
#LepawtiquePets #WinterWarmth #CozyGrooming #FurBabySpa #WarmestPampering #WinterReadyPets #SnuggleSeason #ToastyTreatments #GroomingDeluxe #WinterWellness
Baby it’s cold outside! #winterishere
Learn how to clean your dog’s ears 🐾👂
Using a medicated ear cleaner helps dislodge debris and bacteria buildup, keeping your furry friend’s ears healthy and clean. You can buy your ear cleaner during your next visit to Le Pawtique.
It is important to clean your dog’s ears at least once a month or more often if they’re active swimmers. If you notice any discolouration or odour, it’s time to visit the vet.
#LePawtique #PetBoutique #DogEarCleaning #HealthyPets #PetCareTips #DogGrooming #PetLovers #JapaneseChinCross #PetEarHealth
Learn how to clean your dog’s ears 🐾👂
Using a medicated ear cleaner helps dislodge debris and bacteria buildup, keeping your furry friend’s ears healthy and clean. You can buy your ear cleaner during your next visit to Le Pawtique.
It is important to clean your dog’s ears at least once a month or more often if they’re active swimmers. If you notice any discolouration or odour, it’s time to visit the vet.
#LePawtique #PetBoutique #DogEarCleaning #HealthyPets #PetCareTips #DogGrooming #PetLovers #JapaneseChinCross #PetEarHealth
Learn how to clean your dog’s ears 🐾👂
Using a medicated ear cleaner helps dislodge debris and bacteria buildup, keeping your furry friend’s ears healthy and clean. You can buy your ear cleaner during your next visit to Le Pawtique.
It is important to clean your dog’s ears at least once a month or more often if they’re active swimmers. If you notice any discolouration or odour, it’s time to visit the vet.
#LePawtique #PetBoutique #DogEarCleaning #HealthyPets #PetCareTips #DogGrooming #PetLovers #JapaneseChinCross #PetEarHealth
Learn how to clean your dog’s ears 🐾👂
Using a medicated ear cleaner helps dislodge debris and bacteria buildup, keeping your furry friend’s ears healthy and clean. You can buy your ear cleaner during your next visit to Le Pawtique.
It is important to clean your dog’s ears at least once a month or more often if they’re active swimmers. If you notice any discolouration or odour, it’s time to visit the vet.
#LePawtique #PetBoutique #DogEarCleaning #HealthyPets #PetCareTips #DogGrooming #PetLovers #JapaneseChinCross #PetEarHealth
We are more than a friend, we are family.
We are Le Pawtique.
*We were surprised by this amazing, spontaneous performance by aspiring musician, Brian (@brianjustin61) and his friend who came to our shop last week and wowed us with this performance!
#dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #petparlour #petspa #dogfeet #catfeet #lepawtique #SAtalent #southafricanmusic #mzansi
#dogsofinstagram #dognails #doggrooming #dogsofsouthafrica #dogsofjohannesburg #petspa
#dognails #dogparlour #doggrooming #dogsofinstagram #dogsofjohannesburg #dogsofsouthafrica
Happy Tails & Happenings 🎶 💕😻 🐶
Lulu and Bella #pomeranian ▫️Hitch #standardpoodle ▫️Holly #miniatureschnauzer ▫️Gertrude #dachshund ▫️Lady #jackrussell ▫️Keenan #dachshund ▫️Tebbie #domesticshorthair ▫️Ringo #miniatureschnauzer Rex #pomeranian Amy #pekingese ▫️Elmo #yorkshireterrier ▫️Bonbon #shihtzu #Peanut #pomeranianworld
Behind the scenes sprinkling.
Lincoln #corgi ▫️Echo #greyhound ▫️Zara #pekinese ▫️Enzo #miniatureschnauzer ▫️Shashimi #mainecoon ▫️Emma #labrador ▫️Jack #goldenretriver ▫️ Chase #miniatureschnauzer ▫️Molly #borderterrier ▫️Rufus #labradoodle ▫️Julie #miniatureschnauzer ▫️Santu #terrier ▫️Theo #huskey ▫️Daisy #staffi ▫️Rocco #havenesse ▫️ Lulu #italiangreyhound
Saturday Smiles and Happy Vibes @ Le Pawtique 🌈❤️😻🐩
Featuring: Chloe and Zoe #shihtzu ◽️Juliette #yorkie ▫️ Sonny #maltese ◽️Fradel #yorkie ◽️ Peaches and Georgie #goldenretriever ◽️ Goose #sheepdog ◽️Brodie #biewer ◽️Gina #poodle ◽️ Eli #labrador ◽️ Anna #maincoon