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🎓 Doggerie 101: Who Says Dogs Can't Eat People Food?Somewhere along the way, we got the idea that dogs should only eat f...
10/23/2026

🎓 Doggerie 101: Who Says Dogs Can't Eat People Food?

Somewhere along the way, we got the idea that dogs should only eat food that comes out of a bag.

Here's the truth: Dogs can safely enjoy many of the same foods we eat. And some of those foods can be wonderful additions to their regular diet.

But why add fresh food to your dog's bowl?

A quality, complete and balanced dog food should already provide the nutrients your dog needs. Fresh foods aren't necessary to fix a nutritional deficiency in a properly formulated diet.

However, appropriate fresh foods can offer some additional benefits:

Variety: Different tastes and textures make meals more interesting.

Hydration: Foods with high water content can contribute to daily fluid intake.

Digestive support: Certain fiber-rich foods can help support normal bowel function.

Skin and coat support: Foods containing omega-3 fatty acids can contribute to healthy skin and coat.

Enrichment: Offering different dog-safe foods can make mealtime more engaging.

Before you turn your dog's bowl into a buffet...

Keep treats and extras to no more than approximately 10% of your dog's daily calories. The other 90% should come from a complete and balanced diet.

Introduce new foods gradually, serve them without added salt, butter, or seasonings, and always consider your dog's individual health needs.

And remember, some human foods are downright dangerous for dogs. Grapes, raisins, onions, chocolate, macadamia nuts, and products containing xylitol are off-limits.

The bottom line?

Your dog doesn't have to live on kibble alone. A little fresh food can add variety and enjoyment to their day without compromising a balanced diet.

Just remember: Sharing your food is optional. Sharing your entire dinner because someone is staring at you like they've never eaten in their life? Also optional.

Although your dog would strongly disagree.

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The Doggerie Dog Grooming
Crestview, Florida
Call or Text: 31-DOGGERIE
Woman Veteran-Owned & Family Operated

Do you vaccinate your dog(s)? Did You Know There's a NEW type of RABIES vaccine?For decades, rabies vaccines have tradit...
10/22/2026

Do you vaccinate your dog(s)? Did You Know There's a NEW type of RABIES vaccine?

For decades, rabies vaccines have traditionally used an inactivated (killed) rabies virus.

Merck Animal Health has introduced Nobivac NXT Canine-1 Rabies, a new vaccine that uses RNA particle technology rather than an inactivated whole virus.

The difference is the old rabies vaccines contain an inactivated rabies virus that stimulates the immune system to develop protection. The newer RNA-based vaccine delivers genetic instructions that allow the dog's cells to temporarily produce a rabies protein, triggering an immune response.

Neither vaccine contains the live rabies virus.

The RNA-based vaccine is USDA-licensed, and traditional killed-virus rabies vaccines remain available.

Did you know there were different types of rabies vaccines? If you're curious which one your dog receives, simply ask your veterinarian. Did you know that ONLY healthy pets are recommended to be vaccinated?

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The Doggerie Dog Grooming
Crestview, Florida
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Woman Veteran-Owned & Family Operated

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– Deshedding: Because Your Dog Shouldn't Be Wearing Last Season's Coat!If your vacuum cleaner knows your d...
10/12/2026

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– Deshedding: Because Your Dog Shouldn't Be Wearing Last Season's Coat!

If your vacuum cleaner knows your dog's name, it might be time for a professional deshed!

So, how often should your dog be deshedded?

For most double-coated breeds, a professional deshedding treatment every 4–8 weeks can help manage loose undercoat, with frequency depending on breed, coat condition, and shedding season.

And here's something worth knowing: Dogs shed year-round, but many experience heavier shedding in the spring and fall as their coats adjust to seasonal changes.

Regular deshedding helps:
*Remove loose, dead undercoat
*Reduce the amount of fur decorating your furniture
*Prevent impacted undercoat and tangles
*Improve airflow through the coat
*Keep your dog's skin and coat healthier

The best part? At the Doggerie, deshedding is INCLUDED in our all-inclusive grooming prices. No surprise charges for all that extra fur!

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Crestview, Florida
Call or Text: 31-DOGGERIE
Woman Veteran-Owned & Family Operated

10/05/2026

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– HOW TIGHT SHOULD YOUR DOG’S COLLAR BE?

A collar needs to be secure enough that your dog can’t slip out of it—but loose enough to be comfortable.

So how do you know when it’s just right?

TRY THE TWO-FINGER RULE

For most dogs, you should be able to comfortably slide two fingers between the collar and your dog’s neck.

If you can’t fit two fingers underneath, the collar may be too tight.

If you can easily fit several fingers underneath or pull the collar over your dog’s head, it may be too loose.

COLLARS NEED TO BE CHECKED REGULARLY

A collar that fit perfectly a few months ago may not fit perfectly today.

Puppies grow.

Dogs gain and lose weight.

Coats get thicker and thinner with the seasons.

And grooming can make a surprisingly big difference. A collar fitted over a long, fluffy coat may suddenly become quite loose after a shorter haircut.

DON’T FORGET WHAT’S UNDERNEATH

Because collars sit in the same place every day, it’s easy to miss what’s happening underneath them.

Take the collar off periodically and check the skin and coat for:

• Redness or irritation
• Matting
• Hair loss
• Moisture
• Unusual odor
• Lumps, bumps or other changes

While you’re there, give the collar itself a good wash occasionally, too.

It takes less than a minute to check the fit.

For something your dog may wear every single day, that minute is worth it.

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Crestview, Florida
Call or Text: 31-DOGGERIE
Woman Veteran-Owned & Family Operated

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– MATTING DOESN’T JUST LOOK MESSY—IT CAN HURTWhen we talk about a matted coat, it’s easy to think of it as...
10/04/2026

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– MATTING DOESN’T JUST LOOK MESSY—IT CAN HURT

When we talk about a matted coat, it’s easy to think of it as simply tangled hair.

But matting can become a health and comfort issue long before your dog ever arrives at the groomer.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN HAIR MATS?

A mat is made of hair that has tangled together and tightened into a dense mass. As more hair becomes caught in it, the mat can pull continuously on the skin underneath.

Think about having a small section of your hair pulled tightly all day long.

Now imagine not being able to loosen it.

MATS CAN GET TIGHTER OVER TIME

Movement, friction and moisture can cause mats to tighten and spread.

Common trouble spots include:

• Behind the ears
• Under the collar or harness
• Armpits
• Legs and feet
• Tail
• Around the face
• Areas where the dog frequently lies down

THE SKIN UNDERNEATH MATTERS MOST

Severe matting can hide redness, sores, bruising, parasites, moisture, skin infections and other problems that aren't visible until the coat is removed.

Very tight mats can also restrict normal movement and continually pull on sensitive skin.

That’s why sometimes the safest and most comfortable option is to clip underneath the mat rather than trying to brush it out.

SHORTER DOESN’T MEAN WE GAVE UP

When a groomer recommends taking a coat shorter because of matting, the goal isn’t simply to finish the groom faster.

Sometimes removing the matted coat is the kindest option.

Hair grows back— Comfort comes first. Humanity over vanity.

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Crestview, Florida
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Woman Veteran-Owned & Family Operated

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– DOES YOUR DOG’S EAR HAIR REALLY NEED TO BE PLUCKED?For years, plucking the hair from inside a dog’s ear ...
10/02/2026

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– DOES YOUR DOG’S EAR HAIR REALLY NEED TO BE PLUCKED?

For years, plucking the hair from inside a dog’s ear was a routine part of grooming for many breeds.

Today, the answer isn’t quite so simple.

WHY WAS EAR HAIR PLUCKED?

Some dogs grow a considerable amount of hair inside the ear canal. Traditionally, removing that hair was thought to improve airflow and help keep the ear clean and dry.

But plucking also pulls hair directly from the follicles, which can cause irritation and inflammation in the ear canal.

SO SHOULD IT BE PLUCKED OR NOT?

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer.

Some dogs have very little ear hair and don’t need anything done.

Others grow thick hair that can trap debris and make it difficult to keep the ear clean.

And some dogs have sensitive ears or a history of ear problems where unnecessary plucking may create more irritation than benefit.

MORE ISN’T ALWAYS BETTER

An ear doesn’t need to be completely hairless to be healthy.

The goal should be a clean, comfortable ear—not automatically removing every hair simply because it’s there.

If a dog has excessive ear hair, recurring infections, persistent odor, discharge, redness, or discomfort, your veterinarian can help determine what’s appropriate for that individual dog.

Sometimes good grooming means knowing what to remove.

And sometimes it means knowing what to leave alone.

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Crestview, Florida
Call or Text: 31-DOGGERIE
Woman Veteran-Owned & Family Operated

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– WHY DOES YOUR GROOMER ASK ABOUT HEALTH CHANGES?At check-in, your groomer may ask whether anything has ch...
10/01/2026

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– WHY DOES YOUR GROOMER ASK ABOUT HEALTH CHANGES?

At check-in, your groomer may ask whether anything has changed since your dog’s last visit.

New medications?
Recent surgery?
Seizures?
Heart problems?
Arthritis?
Skin issues?
Changes in behavior or mobility?

It may seem unrelated to grooming, but that information can make a big difference in how we handle your dog safely.

GROOMING IS PHYSICAL

Dogs may stand for extended periods, be lifted on and off tables, have their legs and feet handled, and experience dryers, clippers, water, noise, and other stimulation.

A dog recovering from surgery may need extra support. A senior dog with arthritis may need more breaks or a different position. A dog with a heart condition may need a calmer, shorter appointment.

MEDICATIONS CAN MATTER, TOO

Some medications can affect alertness, balance, sensitivity, skin condition, or behavior. Knowing about those changes helps us adjust the grooming process when needed.

BEHAVIOR CHANGES CAN BE HEALTH CLUES

If a dog who normally enjoys being handled suddenly becomes uncomfortable, restless, defensive, or unusually tired, that can sometimes be a sign that something feels different physically.

Your groomer isn’t trying to be nosy.

We’re trying to understand the dog in front of us that day—not just the dog we groomed last time.

A little information can help us make the appointment safer, calmer, and more comfortable for everyone involved.

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Crestview, Florida
Call or Text: 31-DOGGERIE
Woman Veteran-Owned & Family Operated

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– WHY DO MY DOG’S FEET SMELL LIKE CORN CHIPS?If you’ve ever picked up your dog’s paw and thought, “Why doe...
09/30/2026

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– WHY DO MY DOG’S FEET SMELL LIKE CORN CHIPS?

If you’ve ever picked up your dog’s paw and thought, “Why does this smell like Fritos?”—you’re not imagining it.

Dogs naturally have bacteria and yeast living on their skin, including their paws. Add moisture, warmth, and all those little spaces between the toes and paw pads, and you can get that familiar corn-chip smell.

A mild Frito-like scent by itself can be perfectly normal.

WHEN SHOULD YOU TAKE A CLOSER LOOK?

Watch for:

• A strong or worsening odor
• Red or irritated skin
• Excessive licking or chewing
• Swelling between the toes
• Brown or rusty discoloration from repeated licking
• Greasy skin or discharge
• Sensitivity when the paws are touched

These changes can be associated with yeast or bacterial overgrowth, allergies, irritation, or infection and may warrant a conversation with your veterinarian.

Keeping paws clean and properly dried can help. Regular grooming also gives us an opportunity to see areas that aren't always easy to check at home—especially between those toes.

So yes, Frito feet are real.

And sometimes your dog's paws really do smell like they belong in the snack aisle.
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Crestview, Florida
Call or Text: 31-DOGGERIE
Woman Veteran-Owned & Family Operated

If this doesn’t p**s you off… This was filed today, and it deserves attention.For anyone unfamiliar with the case, here’...
09/30/2026

If this doesn’t p**s you off… This was filed today, and it deserves attention.

For anyone unfamiliar with the case, here’s the short version:

Animal-rights activists entered Ridglan Farms, a Wisconsin facility that breeds beagles for research, and removed dogs they believed were being subjected to cruel conditions. The resulting criminal case is against Wayne Hsiung, Aditya Aswani, Dean Guzman Wyrzykowski, and Misha.

And when we talk about "conditions," we're not simply talking about activists disagreeing with animal research.

State inspection records documented ammonia and odor levels so severe that one inspector reported becoming nauseated and experiencing irritation to his throat and nostrils for hours after leaving the facility.

Inspectors documented dogs with injuries that had not received veterinary attention, including a ruptured cyst, limping, wounds and problems associated with the wire-mesh flooring of their enclosures.

A later Veterinary Examining Board investigation found that cherry-eye surgeries had been performed on dogs by unlicensed employees, in some cases without anesthesia, pain control or appropriate aftercare.

Former employees also testified about dogs spending virtually their entire lives in cages, inadequate socialization, accumulated f***s and urine, foot sores and injuries, and dogs exhibiting repetitive behaviors such as spinning and pacing. Those accounts were among the evidence considered when Judge Rhonda Lanford found probable cause to believe that multiple violations of Wisconsin's animal-cruelty laws had occurred.

Those are the kinds of conditions the defendants say motivated their actions.
Now, before their trial begins, the State of Wisconsin is asking the judge to prevent the jury from hearing some of that information.
Several of the motions filed today seek to limit what the jury can hear about Ridglan Farms and the conditions there.

What do you think?

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– WHY DOES MY DOG SMELL AGAIN SO SOON AFTER A BATH?You just gave your dog a bath. They smelled fresh and c...
09/29/2026

🎓 DOGGERIE 101– WHY DOES MY DOG SMELL AGAIN SO SOON AFTER A BATH?

You just gave your dog a bath. They smelled fresh and clean—and a few days later, that familiar doggy odor is back.

Sometimes the problem isn’t that your dog needs another bath. Odor can actually give us clues about what’s going on.

THE COAT MAY STILL BE DAMP

A thick or dense coat can feel completely dry on the surface while holding moisture closer to the skin. Trapped moisture creates an environment where bacteria and yeast can thrive, which can contribute to odor.

CHECK THE EARS

Sometimes what seems like a smelly coat is actually coming from the ears. A strong, ye**ty, sour, or unusual odor may be a sign that the ears need attention.

SKIN CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE ODOR

Yeast, bacteria, allergies, excess oil, and other skin conditions can cause persistent odor. A bath may temporarily improve the smell without addressing the underlying cause.

DON’T FORGET DENTAL HEALTH

Bad breath can sometimes be strong enough that it seems like the dog itself smells. Persistent bad breath can also be a sign of dental problems that deserve attention.

BEDDING MATTERS, TOO

Dogs spend a lot of time on beds, blankets, crate pads, furniture, and other soft surfaces. Regularly washing the things your dog sleeps on can help them stay fresher between baths.

Regular grooming is an important part of keeping your dog's skin and coat healthy. But when an unusual odor returns very quickly—especially with itching, redness, discharge, greasy skin, hair loss, or other changes—it may be time to check with your veterinarian.

Sometimes odor isn't just an odor. It can be information.

The Doggerie Dog Grooming
Crestview, Florida
Call or Text: 31-DOGGERIE
Woman Veteran-Owned & Family Operated

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