The Grateful Dog

08/21/2026

Hey everyone! 🐾
I’ve been booking so far ahead into October and November and I’ve been feeling bad that a lot of my regulars can’t get in if they are not on a regular schedule…

So, I just opened up a couple of extra days in early September!

If you’ve been trying to get your dog in with me, head online right now to snag one of those early September spots before they fill up:

https://thegratefuldoggroomingsalon.groomore.com

Can’t wait to see your pups!

At The Grateful Dog Grooming Salon, located in the heart of Roberts Creek, I offer gentle, all-natural grooming services tailored to your dog's unique needs. With a focus on holistic care, I ensure a stress-free experience that promotes your pet's overall well-being. Book an appointment today to tre...

03/28/2026

Last-minute opening this Monday! 🐾
With spring shedding officially here, I’ve had a spot open up for this coming Monday. If your house is starting to look like it’s growing a carpet of dog hair, a good blowout is exactly what they need!
I am currently accepting new clients and have a few other openings left in April. My salon is a Fear Free space—I work one-on-one and never rush, as your pup’s comfort is always my top priority.
Message me to grab Monday’s spot (I'll send over an intake form), or existing clients can jump on the client portal to book for later in the month!

At The Grateful Dog Grooming Salon, located in the heart of Roberts Creek, I offer gentle, all-natural grooming services tailored to your dog's unique needs. With a focus on holistic care, I ensure a stress-free experience that promotes your pet's overall well-being. Book an appointment today to tre...

03/09/2026

Another sweet testimonial from a dear client 🐾✨🥰

I am very grateful to Wendy at The Grateful Dog for her excellent grooming and care for my dog Honey. Honey can be difficult as she gets nervous. Wendy is gentle and caring, and Honey’s experiences with her are always positive. She goes above and beyond! Thank you Wendy!

Kelly Heilig

03/05/2026

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It’s tough to get a dog comfortable at the groomer without real effort at home.

You can’t expect a relaxed, happy grooming experience if the only visits happen when the coat is severely matted or when brushing has been neglected for months. Switching groomers every single time also destroys any chance of building trust and familiarity.
Consistency is everything.
• Brush regularly at home (daily or every few days, depending on coat type) to prevent mats, keep the skin healthy, and make grooming sessions shorter and less stressful.
• Take any “homework” your groomer gives seriously, whether it’s specific brushing techniques, tools, or handling exercises.
• Work with your team: your vet (for any anxiety or health issues), a positive-reinforcement trainer (especially for fear or desensitization work), and a consistent groomer who understands your dog’s needs.

You build a confident groom dog through action, not hope.

Start desensitization early: gentle handling of paws, ears, face, and body paired with high-value treats; introduce grooming tool sounds and vibrations gradually (like a quiet electric toothbrush or clipper buzz at low volume); keep sessions short and positive so your dog learns that touch and grooming mean good things. Regular, low-pressure visits to the same groomer (even just for quick “happy visits” with treats and no full groom) help a lot.
It takes time and patience, but the payoff is huge: a dog who walks into the salon tail-wagging instead of trembling. You’re doing the right thing by stressing this. Too many owners skip the hard parts and then wonder why their dog hates it.
If you’re dealing with a specific situation (like a fearful dog or a breed prone to matting), feel free to share more details. I can help brainstorm tailored steps!

03/04/2026

This beautiful review brought me to tears today. Little Wendy 🐾✨ is one of my favourite dogs and it’s been such a joy watching her grow and her grooming sessions become less and less stressful for her every time. She also has the most amazing dog parents a pooch could ever ask for 🐾✨💕🥰 Alder

This is what she wrote-Wendy has been grooming our dog — who is also named Wendy! — since she was a puppy. Puppy Wendy struggled with having her nails done and was very stubborn about it. She would jackrabbit her legs and wriggle and sometimes even scream when we got anywhere near her with nail clippers. Other people told us that this is really common for corgis and warned that it might always be a problem. We signed Wendy up for the “puppy’s first groom” sessions, which were slow introductions to all the parts of grooming. Wendy the groomer also gave us a ton of advice and coaching for things we could do at home to help Wendy the puppy get used to things. Now, Wendy is great with getting her nails done, bathing, brushing, drying. We think all of the practice with grooming has also helped her be better about getting handled at the vet’s. We think it’s been part of her training and has helped make her a calmer, more resilient dog. We also feel good knowing that if she ever *needs* to go to a groomer, it won’t be a massive panic attack.

We love that Wendy the groomer is kind and patient — to animals and people! — and that she’s so invested in the bigger picture of the dog’s wellbeing, which includes how they feel about getting groomed. From our experience, I’d say that working with Wendy the groomer has been a great investment in helping us raise our dog. It’s also a huge treat to walk in with a dog who just rolled in rotten crab juice and leave with a beautiful, happy puff ball. I’m obsessed with how nice Wendy’s tail looks after a groom ✨💖Thank you, Grateful Dog and Wendy!!! 🐾✨

02/28/2026

Spring is here and I’m booking up fast! 🌸🐾💕

Shedding season is officially in full swing! If your house is currently full of hair from those sweet fluff balls blowing their coats, I’d love to help with that.

My calendar is filling up quickly, I take my time with every pup to make sure they feel relaxed and comfortable throughout their groom. That one-on-one time is so important to me because it keeps the experience positive and low-stress for your dog.

To make sure I can keep providing that calm, dedicated care:

* Current Clients: I’m now prioritizing those on a regular grooming schedule. If you haven’t booked in a while, definitely reach out soon to secure your spot!

* New Clients: I’m still welcoming a few new friends for now, but I’ll be moving to a waitlist very soon.

If you’ve been looking for a groomer, now is the perfect time to reach out. I’d love to get your pup on the books and help them feel their best for spring!

https://thegratefuldoggroomingsalon.groomore.com

01/31/2026

Roberts Creek dog families! 🐾

I’ve been working on making things a little smoother for you, so I’ve officially launched a new Client Portal on my website. You can now jump in anytime to book a groom, move an appointment around, or just check when your next visit is without having to wait for a text back.
I’m still so happy to be welcoming new pups into my fear-free, all-natural space. My goal is always to make sure your dog feels safe, spoiled, and completely at ease while they’re with me.
That said, my schedule is starting to get pretty tight! If you’ve been thinking about bringing your dog by, now is definitely the time to grab a spot.
Can't wait to see those fuzzy faces soon! ✨

Check out the new client portal here:

At The Grateful Dog Grooming Salon, located in the heart of Roberts Creek, I offer gentle, all-natural grooming services tailored to your dog's unique needs. With a focus on holistic care, I ensure a stress-free experience that promotes your pet's overall well-being. Book an appointment today to tre...