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Dog Grooming, nail trims, teeth cleaning, all from my calm one to one salon at my home address
☎️ 07972406667
📧 [email protected]
💻 www.pipspetservices.co.uk
🏡 Exeter, EX2 7PE

19/10/2026

A little reminder about something we can’t always see… 👀

October is Pet Obesity Awareness Month, so it seemed like a good time for a gentle reminder that carrying extra weight can affect more than just your dog’s waistline.

As groomers, we sometimes see the physical side of it during a groom, skin folds can be harder to spot, repositioning can be more difficult and some dogs simply need more time and support to stay comfortable.

And remember, weight isn’t always easy to judge just by looking at your dog. That’s where regularly checking their body condition can be really useful.

I shared a post back in August about Body Condition Scoring and what to look for, it’s worth a little revisit if you missed it.

Your dog doesn’t need to be a particular shape or size. The important thing is knowing what’s healthy and normal for YOUR dog and keeping an eye on changes.

Go back to my 25th August post for a refresher on body condition scoring and if you’re unsure about your dog’s weight, have a chat with your vet. 🐾

18/10/2026

💩 Cuddles, kisses, changing puppy coats… and the wonders of cow pat! 😂🐾

Just another week in the life of a dog groomer! ❤️

🐶 Miley & Bonnie weren’t particularly interested in posing for the camera, but they did manage the cutest little cuddle together on the grooming table. Sometimes the best photos are the unplanned ones!

✂️ Anyone been following Chester’s puppy grooms? He’s developing his adult coat now, and you can start to see the changes in this picture. It’s fascinating watching puppies grow and their coats change as they mature. Can you spot the difference?

😘 I’ve been absolutely showered with love and licks this week. It’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it!

💩 And finally… who else knows that cow pat has its own scent, adhesive qualities and long-lasting colour technology?! 😂 Some things simply cannot be explained to anyone who hasn’t experienced them!

Here are this week’s superstars — see if you can spot your own four-legged friend! 🐕❤️

17/10/2026

The best time to prepare for fireworks night? Before fireworks night.

By the time the first bang goes off, it’s too late to start making a plan.

A few simple things done now can make the evening safer and less stressful:

🐾 Get your main walk done while it’s still light.
🏠 Keep them safely indoors once fireworks and Halloween activity begin.
🔒 Check doors, windows, gates and escape routes, frightened pets can behave very differently to normal.
🏷️ Check their ID tag and make sure their microchip details are up to date.

And remember, Halloween can be unsettling too unfamiliar people, costumes, constant doorbells and trick-or-treaters can all add to the stress.

This is about giving your pet the best chance of feeling safe before things get overwhelming.

Save this series now so you have it when you need it, and share it with another pet owner who might find it useful. 🐾

16/10/2026

What if you could give your dog something better to focus on than the fireworks?

Food can be a brilliant distraction if your dog is still happy to eat.

Get their main meal in a little earlier, before things outside start getting dark and noisy, then save some extra-special enrichment for later.

A stuffed Kong, frozen lick mat, snuffle mat, puzzle toy or favourite long-lasting chew can give them something positive to concentrate on.

But remember: don’t force food on a frightened dog. If they’re too anxious to eat, that’s useful information, they need support, not pressure.

And if you want to use enrichment on the night, try it beforehand so you already know what they enjoy and what works for them.

That’s No. 3 and we’re nearly at the final piece of the puzzle.

👉 Follow along for No. 4! 🐾

15/10/2026

Once they have somewhere safe to hide, let’s make it feel a little quieter too…

Fireworks are unpredictable and that sudden BANG is often what catches our pets out.

You can’t stop the noise outside, but you can reduce how much of it reaches them.

Try some familiar background noise before things get going: music, the TV, white noise or even a favourite programme. Close the curtains and blinds to reduce flashes and movement outside, and keep the room(s) feeling calm and comfortable.

And don’t wait until your dog is already panicking to try it. Introduce the background noise and safe space beforehand, so neither feels like something unusual happening on those nights.

That’s 2 down… and there are two more simple things coming in this series.

👉 Follow along for No. 3 🐾

14/10/2026

Don’t wait for the fireworks to start before creating their safe space…

If your dog is likely to find Halloween and fireworks stressful, preparation is your best friend.

Create a calm, familiar place now.
Somewhere they can retreat to when things outside become noisy, unpredictable or overwhelming.

It could be a covered crate, their favourite bed in a quiet room, or simply a space they already choose to relax in.

Add familiar bedding, favourite toys and something that smells like you. Most importantly, let them choose to use it. Don’t wait until they’re already frightened to introduce it. And don’t send them to it, it needs to be a choice, not an instruction.

And this is just step 1…

Over the next few posts I’ll be sharing some simple things you can do before the big nights arrive to help make things a little easier for your pets.

Follow along so you don’t miss the next one. 🐾

12/10/2026

A few little grooming myths I hear all the time...

There’s a lot more to keeping a dog clean, comfortable and healthy than simply making them look fluffy.

Which one surprised you most?

Save this one for later, and follow for more practical, no-nonsense dog care tips. 🐾

11/10/2026

Another week of wonderful dogs and lovely cuddles including my Archie! 🐾❤️

It’s been another busy week of grooms, nail trims and Emmi-Pet appointments, with a few extra garden adventures and some very welcome cuddles thrown in for extra fun!

A special shout-out to the lovely Noodle, who came in for her 20th Emmi-Pet teeth-cleaning appointment since 2020! 🎉🦷 At 11 and a half years old, she’s still sporting a fantastic set of teeth, and it’s wonderful to see such a long-term commitment to dental maintenance.

It’s a lovely reminder of why I’m such an advocate for prevention and keeping on top of our dogs’ dental care rather than waiting until problems develop.

Thank you, as always, for trusting me with your gorgeous boys and girls. I never take that trust for granted, and I love getting to know each dog’s little personality and quirks along the way.

Now, let’s see this week’s superstars! 👀🐶💗

10/10/2026

Behind every freshly groomed dog is a lot more than a pair of scissors! ✂️🐾

Knowledge, patience, skill, physical effort and a whole lot of responsibility go into every appointment.

Yes, there are plenty of cuddles along the way, but professional grooming is so much more than making dogs look pretty.

Their welfare, comfort and trust will always come first. ❤

09/10/2026

🚨 COMING THIS OCTOBER… 🚨

The horror story every groomer knows all too well…

You thought it was just a little tangle.

You were wrong. 😈

The Matted Menace is real.

Save your dog. Brush regularly. 😂🐾

Address

Haddeo Drive

EX27PE

Opening Hours

Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:30
Thursday	08:00 - 17:30
Friday	08:00 - 15:00

Telephone

07972406667

Website

http://www.pipspetservices.co.uk/

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