Introduction to the Pug The Pug originated China, apparently due to the Chinese passion for small breeds of dog with a short face! We think that in the 16th Century, this cute little breed of dog was then taken to the Netherlands, where it became popular in court circles. It was soon noticed by the… Read More »
Grooming a Labrador
The Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular breeds of dog and is a member of the Sporting Dog (or Gundog) Group. It’s popularity is due to its versatility as a family pet, service dog, guide dog and working gundog. The Labrador originated in Newfoundland, where the dogs were first used to help fishermen… Read More »
Bathing and Drying a Short Coated Dog
Short coated dogs include breeds such as the Pug, Australian Cattle Dog, Shar-Pei, Mastiff, Rottweiler, most Hounds and Labradors. The coat is short, close to the body and tends to shed a lot. The texture of the hair is quite harsh – not smooth and sleek, nor fluffy, nor wiry. Short coated dogs tend to… Read More »
Pet Groom of a Lhasa Apso.
Pet Groom of a Lhasa Apso for traveling. I recently had the pleasure to meet Molly. Molly is a Lhasa Apso and a very lucky little girl because she is traveling Australia with her mum and dad. I say living the dream, exploring new places every week. This is not a traditional Lhasa Apso cut.… Read More »
Miniature Poodle Pet Groom
Miniature Poodle Pet Groom Twiggy is an 18 year old Miniature Poodle. Twiggy’s mum rescued her well over a decade ago but had to take her straight to the vet due to damage that was done to her back left leg and tail. The vet was able to do reconstruction surgery on the leg but… Read More »
Australian Shepherd Full Groom
Australian Shepherd Full Groom. Let me introduce Stoney, a very handsome 3yo Australian Shepherd. Stoney and his owner arrived here in Cairns from South Australia in our summer months. His Dad was very concerned about his boy because he appeared not to be coping well with the heat and humidity. One of his friends suggested getting him clipped and… Read More »
Why You Should Care For Your Fur Baby’s Coat
Why You Should Care For Your Fur Baby’s Coat. I feel I should talk about this subject. I’m finding with some people, definitely not all, that they don’t understand the reasons for regular brushing and combing and also for professional grooming on a regular basis for some breeds . For some people I understand that they have rescued… Read More »
Pomeranian Full Groom
Pomeranian Full Groom Ally, a 5 year old Pomeranian. This lovely, very timid little girl has been coming to me regularly over the last 6 months. Her owner had been concerned with Allys reaction to previous grooms. She shopped around to find someone with whom she and Ally felt comfortable. Allys mum wants her clipped short for ease of… Read More »
Miniature Labradoodle Full Groom
Miniature Labradoodle Full Groom Meet the adorable Brucie. He is such a happy, friendly boy, full of the joy of life. For me he’s such a pleasure to groom and always so happy to visit me for his pampering session. It definitely wouldn’t be about the big play afterwards with my dogs….. or the treats. Brucie’s… Read More »
Scottish Border Collie Undercoat Strip
Scottish Border Collie Undercoat Strip This is Maya a 2 year old Scottish Border Collie. People had suggested she get clipped short as her was owner was concerned about Maya coping with the heat up here in the tropics, but he didn’t want to lose her beautiful long glossy coat. This was only her second groom, having had one puppy groom elsewhere.… Read More »
