We are located between the lovely villages of Chilcompton and Emborough and are set back from the road, in converted stables. We offer canine behaviour counselling and a wide range of grooming services to suit every dog and budget. It is our wish that each dog (and owner!) has a pleasant, stress-free experience. Michele Bentley has owned and worked with dogs for over 30 years and founded her groom
ing business in 2009, having trained intensively at “Perros Si” in Andalucia, Spain. She has since combined these skills with her understanding of canine handling and body language, to create a more holistic approach to grooming; resulting in calmer, happier dogs. The state-of-the-art converted stable salon and sensory garden enables Michele to offer a bespoke grooming experience, to cater to each dog’s individual needs. The relaxed and peaceful environment is particularly suited to puppies and shy or nervous dogs. The hydro bath is great for all dogs but especially beneficial for older dogs and those suffering from arthritis and hip problems. We use natural and organic shampoos and conditioners (so no nasty chemicals on your dog or in the environment) and we are delighted to be using the locally made “Wild Wash” products, from the clever folks that gave us humans the “Cowshed” range. Michele has participated in workshops in Reiki for Animals and Tellington Touch methods and has recently completed two years working with Sheila Harper at the IDBTS (international Dog Behaviour and training School). This included in-depth work in canine behaviour and body language, stress reduction, lead-handling skills and behaviour counselling. Michele has since been invited to attend the advanced course, now named IPACS, (International Programme for Applied Canine Studies) which is part time over two years and commences in Jan 2015. In conjunction with her holistic dog work, Michele is also studying with Caroline and Thomas Ingraham at The Ingraham Academy of Zoopharmacognosy, in Bristol. Applied Zoopharmacognosy enables domestic animals to self-medicate with natural plants and essential oils, as they do in the wild. For more information on this please look at www.ingraham.co.uk
Michele has worked at several dog rescue Bentley Holistic Dogs is situated approx 30 mins drive South West of Bath, Somerset. For more information on this please look at www.ingraham.co.uk
Michele has worked at several dog rescue centres (including www.carefordogs.org in Chiang Mai, Thailand) and volunteers as an RSPCA adoption home visitor for Bath Cats and Dogs Home. She currently lives with four dogs, two cats, five chickens and one very patient husband! (including www.carefordogs.org in Chiang Mai, Thailand) and volunteers as an RSPCA adoption home visitor for Bath Cats and Dogs Home.
