Welcome to Bark & Bubbles Pet Services. We are a family business based in South Ayrshire, our home is located 5 minutes from Brig ‘O’ Doon House Hotel and is set in almost 1 acre of ground with ample parking. We are off road yet still central to Alloway village and the Doonfoot area.We offer Dog Grooming services for almost all breeds and do our very best to meet your expectations.
Each dog receives a miracal facial which helps them relax prior to the drying process. We only use proffessional products and equipment and are fully insured.
Toy dogs from £30
Small dogs from £35
Medium dogs from £40
Large dogs from £50
De-sheds are available on request and will be priced individually depending on the coat type and work involved.
Extra charges are added for matting and difficult dogs.
Terms and conditions.
Due to Covid-19 we are unable to ask our customers to sign a grooming consent form so instead we will attach this information to this page for each customer to read. There will also be one on display at our gate/entrance. By accepting a grooming appointment your are agreeing to our terms and conditions noted.
Veterinarian Liabilities and Care
I agree to allow Barks& Bubbles Pet Services to obtain medical treatment for my dog, if it appears that, he/she is ill, injured or exhibits any other behavior that would reasonably suggest that my Dog may need medical treatment. This would be a Veterinarian Practice suitable at the time of in need. I AGREE( The customer ) THAT I AM FULLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF ANY SUCH MEDICAL TREATMENT AND FOR THE COST OF ANY TRANSPORTATION FOR THE PURPOSES OF SUCH TREATMENT, PROVIDED TO MY DOG.
Health / Medical Problems & Senior Pets
Some medical conditions can make grooming stressful on pets.
Please Inform the Groomer If Your Pet Has Been Diagnosed With A Heart Problem, Arthritis, Back or Neck Problems or Any Other Serious Medical Condition. Every attempt will be made to minimize the stress, which could exacerbate a pre-existing problem. This may mean altering some standard procedures such as not using a heated dryer or expecting the pet to stand still for extended periods. Unfortunately, this could change the final grooming appearance. If the pet becomes excessively stressed or show signs of medical compromise the groomer will stop, and you will be contacted about the best way to proceed.
Aggressive Pets
Owners MUST inform us, if your dog bites, has bitten, or is aggressive to people, other pets or specific grooming procedures. In some cases use of a muzzle maybe used, this will not harm your pet, and protects both the pet and the groomer.
We reserve the right to refuse/stop services for such pets at any time before or during the grooming process.
Matted Pets
Pets with matted coats need extra attention during the grooming session. Matts left in pets coats only grow tighter, and can strangle the pet’s skin, even eventually tear it open. We do not want to cause undue stress to your pat, and will not continually de-mat your pet for you. Mats are difficult to remove and may require your pet to be shaved. It is not uncommon for underlying skin problems to present once mats are shaved off including parasites (fleas/ticks, infections (yeast/bacteria) or wounds. The groomer will contact you with any such findings.
If fleas or ticks are found on your pet during the grooming process, your pet will be treated with a Flea and Tick Shampoo to kill the parasites and you will be charged an additional fee. Ticks found will be removed for an additional charge. If ticks are found we strongly suggest you take your dog to be checked by your Vet, even have your pet tested for Lyme disease. Please note that parasites are a health hazard to your pets as well as to humans.
Double coated Breeds
Shaving a double-coated breed can result in slow regrowth or occasionally failure of the coat to regrow at all. This has nothing to do with the method of grooming but rather the growth pattern of these types of coats. In some cases, the coat regrows but the colour and texture may be different. This is an inherent risk of shaving these types of dogs and should be seriously considered prior to proceeding with the shaving. Shaving down heavy coated dogs does not offer relief from heat, it actually makes them less able to regulate their body temperature. If shedding is the concern other methods could be used.
Accidents
There is always the possibility an accident could occur. Grooming equipment is sharp. Even though we use extreme caution and care in all situations, possible problems could occur including cuts, nicks, scratches, quickening of the nails etc. In most cases this can happen when a pet is wriggling or moving around. Every effort will be made to insure your pet is groomed as safely as possible: however, some pets may have reactions to grooming products or procedures such as shaving, ear plucking etc.
No-Shows & Cancellations
No-shows and last minute cancellations are subject to a £30 fee per pet. We understand there maybe emergency situations and we will work with you, but not on a continued basis. Please be respectful of our time as we are an appointment business, and another client could have taken your appointment if we had known.
Dog Photos and Video release
I agree to allow at any Barks & Bubbles location, its owners, employees, officers, directors and agents to use my Dog’s name and any images or likeness of my Dog taken while he/she is at the grooming salon, in any form or format, for use, at any time, in any media, marketing, advertising, illustration, trade or promotional materials. This includes the right of CCTV and its usage. I agree that this provision shall be binding on me and all of my successors, heirs, legal representatives and assigns.
Personal Property
I agree the Barks & Bubbles shall not be responsible or liable for any lost, stolen or damaged personal property belonging to either my dog or me. I also understand and agree that my dog’s collar maybe removed in the grooming area to prevent any injury to any dog.
I, the undersigned, hereby acknowledge and agree that all the information provided in this Grooming and Consent Form is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further acknowledge and agree I have read, understand and agree to all terms and conditions contained in the Grooming Policies, Procedures, and Release, Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnification Agreement (the “Agreement”), as they may be amended from time to time, which are attached and fully incorporated in to this application by reference. I hereby execute the Agreement for my dog, myself and my heirs, successors, representative and assigns. I further attest that if I am not the sole owner or representative of the dog subject to this application that my signature is sufficient to enter into this Agreement for and on behalf of any other owner or representative.
WARNING. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. THIS AGREEMENT INCLUDES A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF LEGAL RIGHTS AND DEPRIVES YOU OF THE RIGHT TO SUE. BARKS & BUBBLES PET SERVICES AND RELATED PARTIES WITHIN THE ESTABLISHMENT.
