Friendly Kennels and Grooming

10/13/2026

We are thankful for all our customers new & old

10/12/2026

🐾✂️ HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOUR PUP BE GROOMED? 🛁🐶

Did you know your dog’s coat type plays a big role in how often they should visit the groomer? 💗

From short-haired pups to curly-coated cuties, every dog has different grooming needs! Regular grooming helps prevent painful mats, keeps coats healthy, and gives us a chance to catch potential skin or coat issues.

✨ Save this post for future reference! And remember, these are general guidelines. Your pup’s breed, haircut, coat condition, and lifestyle can all affect how often they need to be groomed.

Not sure what schedule is best for your furry family member? We’re happy to help! ❤️

📱 Call or text 812-454-7931 to get your pup on the schedule!

At Tail of 2 Groomers, where pets are treated like family and always feel right at home. 🐾

09/10/2026

08/08/2026

This pretty girl needed a hand getting rid of the dead hair!

07/18/2026

These 3 are at the kennel this weekend and got desheds also!

06/10/2026

Why is my dog shaking? They must be terrified! 🥺 Can we bust a major biological myth? 👇

​If you own a smaller breed, especially a Toy Poodle, Maltese, or Chihuahua, you have likely seen them turn into a little vibrating washing machine the moment they walk into the vet clinic, a busy park, or the grooming salon.

​As pet parents, our hearts instantly sink. We assume they are frozen in pure terror or experiencing trauma.

​But biologically? You might be completely misreading the room.

​Welcome to "Psychogenic Tremors" (aka: The Sports Car Effect) ​Smaller breeds possess a naturally high metabolic rate and an incredibly sensitive nervous system. Their internal engines essentially "idle" at a much higher RPM than a big Golden Retriever.

​When they enter an environment where they know a specific routine is about to happen, their brain instantly releases a massive wave of adrenaline and cortisol. This isn't automatically a sign of fear, it is pure anticipation and hyper-focus.

​Because they have such tight, compact little muscle masses, that sudden, explosive surge of kinetic energy has nowhere to go. Their nervous system processes this sudden backlog of internal electricity by shivering to safely burn it off.

​Think of it like this: It is exactly the same as a human getting intense butterflies, a racing heart, or shaky hands right before they step onto a stage to give a big speech or ride a roller coaster. They aren't in physical danger or pain; their body is just firing on absolutely all cylinders to prepare for what’s next! ⚡

​The moment they get into their rhythm and that adrenaline naturally flushes out of their system, the vibrations stop.

​So the next time your little one starts to shiver at check-in, take a deep breath. They aren't broken, and you shouldn't feel guilty, their little sports car engine is just revving up! 🤍

​Groomers and Pet Professionals: Feel free to share this to your pages to help ease your clients' check-in guilt! 🔄

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06/09/2026

With summer coming grooming is in full force! I will do my best to post a couple days that I will be home to groom! Please let me know ahead of time if you want to book that day!

June 17 is my next grooming day at the kennel!

06/05/2026

Apparently I should have listened when my husband said to do the tiles higher lol 🐾💦🫧

05/09/2026

Max was in for a bath last week. He lost a lot of fur!