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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

04/09/2026

Grooms, Emmi-Pet teeth cleaning, nail trims, familiar faces and a few little characters keeping me on my toes!

One of my favourite parts of what I do isn’t just seeing the finished groom, it’s getting to know each individual dog, watching their confidence grow and learning all their little quirks along the way.

So, as always, thank you to everyone who brings their very best friends to me. Thank you for your continued support, your lovely dogs, your conversations, your questions and for trusting me to care for them.

I genuinely wouldn’t have a salon full of such fabulous faces without you. ❤️

03/09/2026

The bowl might look clean… but when was it actually washed?

We’re generally pretty good at washing our own plates, mugs and glasses after we use them, but dog bowls can easily become part of the daily routine of empty, refill, repeat.

And yes, the water is clean when you put it in… but your dog’s mouth, tongue, food residue and slobber are going straight back into that bowl throughout the day. That can leave behind a slimy biofilm and a lovely little environment for bacteria to build up.

This isn’t about having a perfectly sterile home or feeling guilty if you’ve realised your dog’s bowl hasn’t had a proper scrub recently. It’s simply about remembering that their bowls need cleaning too!

So, when you next wash your own dishes, have a look at your dog’s bowls and ask yourself: “Would I be happy eating or drinking from this?”

If the answer is “hmm… probably not” consider that your reminder to give them a really good wash! 🐾

01/09/2026

A five-minute check today can save a much bigger job tomorrow! 🐾

Summer coats collect everything, grass seeds, dry grass, sticky seeds, sand, dust and whatever else our dogs manage to bring home with them!

You don’t need to launch into a full grooming session every time. Little and often is far more effective and usually much nicer for your dog too.

After walks, have a quick feel through the coat, check between toes, around ears, armpits and other hidden areas, remove any debris and give knot-prone areas a quick brush and comb through.

Grass seeds are a particular concern at this time of year, so spotting them sitting in the coat before they get the opportunity to work their way somewhere they shouldn’t is well worth those extra couple of minutes.

And remember, brushing isn’t only about preventing knots. It’s an opportunity to get your hands on your dog regularly and notice changes you might otherwise miss.

Five calm minutes regularly beats an hour-long wrestling match when everything has built up! 😂

Keep it short. Keep it positive. Keep it part of everyday life. ❤️🐶

31/08/2026

A huge thank you, as always, to every one of you who trusts me with your very best paw friends. I never take that trust for granted, and I love seeing all their lovely faces walk through my door.

Thank you for choosing Pip’s Pet Services, for your continued support and for allowing me to do a job I genuinely love. Here’s to another week of very good dogs! 🐾❤️

30/08/2026

Routine might not sound exciting to us, but to our dogs it can be incredibly reassuring. 🐾

The more predictable grooming becomes, the less it feels like a strange event that happens every few weeks and the more it becomes something they understand.

That applies at home too. A few seconds of calmly touching paws, checking ears, running a brush through the coat or getting them used to everyday noises can make a huge difference over time. Little and often really does win.

Then, when they come to me, we’re building on that familiarity rather than starting from scratch every appointment.

Of course, every dog is different. Some need more time, some need more breaks and some will always have certain things they find challenging and that’s absolutely okay. My job is to work with the dog in front of me, not expect every dog to behave the same way. Life would be very boring if we were all the same!

Home practice + regular professional appointments + patience = a much more confident grooming experience over time.

It’s not about getting everything perfect. It’s about giving your dog lots of small, positive experiences that teach them: “I know what’s happening, I’m safe, I trust this person, and I can cope with this.” ❤️

27/08/2026

Right, dog owners… let’s hear it! 👀🐶

What is the ONE thing your dog makes ridiculously difficult when it comes to grooming or being handled at home?

Is it…

🐾 Won’t sit still for brushing
👂 Absolutely refuses to let you near their ears
🦶 Feet are officially off-limits
🪥 Tooth brushing? Absolutely not!
💨 Hates the hairdryer
🛁 Bath time = complete betrayal
✂️ Nails? “You shall not pass.”
🙃 Or perhaps they’ve invented their own unique way of making everything 10 times harder?!

Tell me in the comments - no judgement here! 😂

And if you see someone else commenting with the same problem, jump in and share what works for you. You never know who might have found the trick that finally worked for their dog. Or let us know what they love in your groom routine?

I’ll be keeping an eye on the comments too, so if you tell me your dog’s particular grooming battle, I’ll give you my professional take on where I’d start.

Let’s see just how many different ways our dogs have found to make grooming interesting! 😂🐾

26/08/2026

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾

Today is simply a day to celebrate the dogs who make our lives better, funnier, messier and infinitely more enjoyable.

Whether they’re your walking buddy, your cuddle companion, your little shadow, your work colleague (even if they contribute very little!) or quite simply your best friend — give them an extra bit of love today.

And because I spend my days surrounded by them, I’m very lucky indeed. ❤️

Show me your dogs! Drop a photo of them in the comments, I’d love to see them. 🐾

25/08/2026

Is your dog really a healthy weight?… 🐾

We all love our dogs. And sometimes that love looks like an extra treat because they’ve been good, a little something from the table, or a few more biscuits because “look at that face!”…

But could we sometimes be killing them with kindness?

This isn’t about judging anyone - quite the opposite. ❤️

Most of us want nothing more than to give our dogs the happiest, healthiest life possible, and treats are a lovely part of that. But it’s surprisingly easy for those little extras to add up over time.

In the UK, veterinary professionals estimate that around 46% of dogs are overweight or obese, and published studies have reported figures as high as 65%. Even more interestingly, PDSA found that 80% of dog owners didn’t know their dog’s Body Condition Score (BCS).

So rather than simply looking at the number on the scales, have a really good look at your dog.

Can you:
🐾 Feel their ribs easily without them being visibly prominent?
🐾 See a defined waist when looking from above?
🐾 See a gentle tummy tuck when looking from the side?

If you’re looking at the picture and thinking “Hmm… I’m not actually sure where my dog fits”, that’s absolutely okay. That’s exactly why I wanted to share this.

Being overweight isn’t simply about appearance. Carrying excess weight puts additional strain on your dog’s bones, joints and body, and is associated with a range of health problems and a reduced lifespan.

The good news is that recognising the problem early gives us the opportunity to do something about it.

That might mean adjusting their meals, being a little more mindful of treats, increasing appropriate exercise or enrichment - and, where you’re unsure, speaking to your vet for personalised advice.

So, be completely honest with yourself… which one does your dog look most like?

And remember, this isn’t about feeling guilty. It’s about looking, checking and being proactive so we can give our dogs the best chance of staying happy, healthy and comfortable for as long as possible. 🐾

As always any questions, please ask, no judgement here! I’m regularly changing how much food Archie gets depending on how he’s looking/ weighing etc!

24/08/2026

A little weekly dose of gorgeous faces, fresh coats, tidy toes and cleaner smiles!

Regular maintenance really does make a difference. Here are a few of this week’s stars! ❤️

23/08/2026

New to Pip’s Pet Services? 🐾

I know that taking your dog somewhere new for the first time can feel like a bit of an unknown, for you and your dog!

You might be wondering:

Will they behave?
Will they be nervous?
Have I explained everything properly?
What if their coat is more difficult than I realised?

Honestly, please don’t worry about getting it “right” before you arrive.

I don’t expect your dog to walk through my door perfectly behaved, and I certainly don’t expect you to know all the grooming terminology.

What helps me most is simply honesty and communication.

Tell me about your dog’s coat, anything you’re concerned about, any health or handling considerations, what they like or dislike and, most importantly, what you’d like me to achieve.

From there, we can have a conversation about what’s realistic and what’s going to be best for your dog.

Every dog is different, and sometimes the best grooming plan isn’t necessarily the one you originally had in mind. That’s where experience, communication and working with your dog really matter.

I’m not currently taking on new grooming clients, but that doesn’t mean I can’t share what I know.

If you’re new to professional grooming, thinking about changing groomers, or simply have a question about your dog’s coat or grooming routine, feel free to ask.

No question is too silly. I’m always happy to help where I can. 🐾

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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