08/06/2026
🐾 What Does a Full Groom Involve? 🛁✂️
Most of my grooming sessions last around 1.5 hours. About half of that time is devoted to prepping, bathing, drying, and nail trimming, while the remaining time is spent on styling with clippers and scissors.
However, the exact timing can vary depending on the breed. For example, breeds with double coats like Collies, Labradors, and Retrievers usually need about three-quarters of the session for prep, nails, bathing, and drying—since they require less styling and tend to shed their hair everywhere!
Here’s what prep includes:
- Carefully brushing the coat to find and gently detangle any knots or tangles, ensuring an all-over clean and a relaxing massage during the bath.
- Trimming the nails, and if your dog tolerates it, filing the edges to keep them smooth and less sharp.
- A thorough check for lumps, bumps, skin tags, ticks, or any changes that need attention.
During the bath:
Just like us, I double shampoo! The first wash removes surface dirt, and the second leaves the coat squeaky clean. A clean coat dries faster and styles much more nicely.
Drying:
Not everyone’s favorite part—but some dogs, like in the L’Oréal advert, make it look effortless! I use gentle, slow brushing strokes with my dryers to smooth out the coat, ensuring it’s perfectly prepared for styling. This careful approach helps in achieving an even trim.
Styling:
This is where the clippers and scissors come into play! Every dog is unique, and so is each owner’s lifestyle. I aim to customise each groom to fit your dog’s personality, comfort, and your preferences. If you ever want something different, just ask - your pet's perfect look is my goal!
As always, any questions, please ask
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