Blackdown Dog Grooming

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Blackdown Dog Grooming Bex Phillips - dog groomer in Hemyock, Blackdown hills, Devon. Working with the dog to achieve a groom for welfare over style.

My ethos is to gently and compassionately get to know your dog, and tailor a programme following an initial consultation.

I am so proud of what we have achieved with Otis. His owner understands the value of our short sessions, and has noticed...
21/08/2026

I am so proud of what we have achieved with Otis. His owner understands the value of our short sessions, and has noticed the difference in his behaviour since we have been working together to get him used to the grooming process.

I am now able to trim his ears, legs and paws after months of short sessions encouraging focus. Our training sessions have really paid off. The real work has been done in between sessions where Otis's owner has clearly put in a lot of extra time with training. This is what it's all about!!

28/07/2026

I’ve been too quiet on here.
Here’s a wonderful testimonial from one of my clients… it’s lovely when you receive positive feedback! 🥰

I highly recommend Bex’s dog grooming service. My sensitive little dog comes away from his haircut with his tail wagging and looking not only very smart, but also very relaxed. Bex’s methods are gentle, kind and stress free. A great antidote from busy, noisy and impersonal dog grooming parlours that we have been to previously. Well worth a trip all the way from London to Lickham Bottom!
Kate Hall and Reggie

08/06/2026

Playing games, amongst other things, helps to build a relationship between myself and the dog. It shows the dog they have agency.

01/06/2026

Good morning! I have slots available for grooming new dogs. Book in a meet & treat appointment this week, we can discuss your dogs needs and make a plan!🐶

My environment is one-to-one to enable your dog to relax. We take lots of breaks, go at your dogs pace and tailor each groom so that your dog feels in control. If your dog struggles at the groomers, please get in touch and I am happy to discuss how we can work together.

27/04/2026

I’m studying a Behaviour grooming diploma with The Holistic Grooming Academy. The module I’m currently working on is Canine cognition, emotions and behaviour, which is so important as a foundation for understanding dogs in the grooming environment.

As a groomer I’m committed to working to understand your dog, and supporting them to feel comfortable with the grooming process. I’m not happy grooming an anxious dog, but I welcome the opportunity to work with your dog to build up their trust and work towards a groom, on their terms.

17/04/2026

Good morning!

I want to talk about my ethos.

I’m not promoting myself as a stylist for your dog. I’m not looking to do the perfect hairstyle as quickly as possible.

After studying L3 Dog grooming, I looked at how to adapt what I’d learnt so that your dog feels more comfortable in the grooming environment. So that your dog has choices. So that the process is not overwhelming. It looks at what the individual triggers might be for your dog.

This might mean the groom takes longer.

It’s about comfort over style.

This means your dog has regular breaks during the process, and is listened to when they show signs of stress.

It could mean the groom isn’t completed in one session.

It might need a serious of introductory sessions before building up to the groom.

But this is tailored to each individual dogs needs, and we take it SLOW.

Feel free to drop me a call or a message to chat about your dog, and book in your initial assessment appointment.

Our practical reiki day with the animals ❤️
22/07/2025

Our practical reiki day with the animals ❤️

Completed this 2 day course with the wonderful Sam Roe Animal Reiki CareSuch a great teacher!!
22/07/2025

Completed this 2 day course with the wonderful Sam Roe Animal Reiki Care
Such a great teacher!!

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Hemyock
Hemyock
EX153RU

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+447939819390

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