Temple of Groom

02/09/2026

25/08/2026

Millie the Coton de Tulear
All fresh and ready for more mischief 🥰

25/08/2026

I’m terrible at consistent posting 😅

Here’s Wookie sporting his “warhorse” Mohawk look

09/08/2026

Grooming isn't just about looking good, it's an ongoing training exercise for your dog or cat.

Every time your pet is lifted onto a table, has their paws handled or hears clippers running, they're building tolerance and trust. Pets who are groomed regularly from a young age, or eased into it gradually, tend to cope far better than those who only visit occasionally.

A few things that help the learning stick:
Stay with the same groomer where possible, so your pet gets used to a familiar pace and touch. Keeping appointments on a consistent schedule rather than leaving long gaps between visits. Choosing a groomer who works patiently, especially with nervous or older pets.

If your pet is still a bit wriggly or unsure at appointments, that's completely normal. Confidence builds with repetition, not perfection.

Search the K9andKats pet directory website to find an experienced groomer who understands your pet's pace.
K9andKats Pet Directory - connecting pet owners with the services their pets needs.

ALH Clipping Services
Aunty Am's Dog Grooming
Grooming With Summah
Kiwi Scissors 195
The Groomers Shop
Clip Sharp
Muttley Crew Dog Grooming
Mars & Co Pet Grooming
Salty Dog Grooming
Temple of Groom

08/08/2026

Just a normal Saturday morning ❤️❤️❤️
Boston had his first groom today and was such a big brave boy 🥹❤️

23/07/2026

Please don't have your dog loose.

Even the calmest dog can panic in a doorway, car park or unfamiliar environment, and that split second is often all it takes for an accident to happen.

A secure lead, harness or carrier keeps everyone safer during car trips, drop offs, collections and visits to new places. It's a small habit that goes a long way toward preventing big accidents.

If you're arranging dog walking, training or sitting/boarding, this is worth chatting through with your provider too. A good walker, trainer or sitter/boarder will always have a plan for secure transport and handling, especially with nervous or excitable dogs.

Trusted dog walkers, trainers, sitters and boarders are listed on the K9andKats pet directory. Search by and find a provider who takes safety seriously.
Secure pets matter

Shaggy Tails
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Kokos kennels
Canine Lifestyle Solutions Dog Training and Day Care Hawkes Bay
Levin Boarding Cattery
ALH Clipping Services
Aunty Am's Dog Grooming
Grooming With Summah
Muttley Crew Dog Grooming
Mars & Co Pet Grooming
Salty Dog Grooming
Temple of Groom
The Happy Pawss Crew
Whiskers Pet Minding
Klub K9
VIPets Dog Walking and Pet Sitting
K9 Connections
Ruff Around The Edges
Dogs Best Friend
K9 Explorers Dog Training & Walking
Journey Dog Training
Paws and Thrive
Socialdog
Walk a mile dog walking
Dogs Best Friend
Your Canine Compass - Wellington Dog Training
Paws and Thrive
VIPets Dog Walking and Pet Sitting

06/06/2026

Why is my dog shaking? They must be terrified! 🥺 Can we bust a major biological myth? 👇

​If you own a smaller breed, especially a Toy Poodle, Maltese, or Chihuahua, you have likely seen them turn into a little vibrating washing machine the moment they walk into the vet clinic, a busy park, or the grooming salon.

​As pet parents, our hearts instantly sink. We assume they are frozen in pure terror or experiencing trauma.

​But biologically? You might be completely misreading the room.

​Welcome to "Psychogenic Tremors" (aka: The Sports Car Effect) ​Smaller breeds possess a naturally high metabolic rate and an incredibly sensitive nervous system. Their internal engines essentially "idle" at a much higher RPM than a big Golden Retriever.

​When they enter an environment where they know a specific routine is about to happen, their brain instantly releases a massive wave of adrenaline and cortisol. This isn't automatically a sign of fear, it is pure anticipation and hyper-focus.

​Because they have such tight, compact little muscle masses, that sudden, explosive surge of kinetic energy has nowhere to go. Their nervous system processes this sudden backlog of internal electricity by shivering to safely burn it off.

​Think of it like this: It is exactly the same as a human getting intense butterflies, a racing heart, or shaky hands right before they step onto a stage to give a big speech or ride a roller coaster. They aren't in physical danger or pain; their body is just firing on absolutely all cylinders to prepare for what’s next! ⚡

​The moment they get into their rhythm and that adrenaline naturally flushes out of their system, the vibrations stop.

​So the next time your little one starts to shiver at check-in, take a deep breath. They aren't broken, and you shouldn't feel guilty, their little sports car engine is just revving up! 🤍

​Groomers and Pet Professionals: Feel free to share this to your pages to help ease your clients' check-in guilt! 🔄

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01/06/2026

19/05/2026

It was a day of silly LEGS 😂😂❤️ and Trev chilling with Rina before her groom 🥹