Plain and Fancy Pet Salon

09/07/2026

A wagging tail isn't always a happy sign, and a dog sitting completely still might actually be terrified. In our newest post, we break down quiet stress signals like lip-licking, freezing, and rigid postures so you can protect your dog's trust during home care. Read our groomer's guide to reading dog body language at the link below:

Every single day on our grooming table, dogs talk to us. They do not use words, but their ears, eyes, tails, and posture tell us exactly how they feel.Understanding dog body language is the most important tool we have as professional groomers. It keeps our team safe, keeps your pet comfortable, and....

09/02/2026

Caring for an older dog means constantly adjusting to what their body can handle. When joint stiffness and mobility issues set in, standard grooming habits just don't work for them anymore.

Check out our latest post on how we adjust sessions to keep older dogs relaxed and safe:

Watching your dog grow old is tough. The spring in their step gets a little slower, their muzzle turns gray, and their favorite spot on the couch becomes sacred. But one thing that often catches pet parents off guard is how drastically their dog's grooming routine needs to change as they age.Groomin...

09/02/2026

Was great to see Bowie on Monday

BOWIE LOVES “PLAIN AND FANCY” pet groomers!
Thank you Matt and Rosalie for always making Bowie feel comfortable and loved! And me!😂
When Bowie walks in he jumps up on the grooming table and tells Matt….”I’m ready”!
Thank you for always taking good care of my boy and making him look fabulous!❤️🐾😠
Charlotte and Bowie

09/01/2026

Good Information.

08/23/2026

How often should you wash a dog?
As professional groomers, this is one of the most common questions pet parents ask us at the shop. We wrote a quick guide to help you find the right bathing schedule on our blog.

Check out the full guide here:

Bathing a dog seems simple enough until you find yourself staring at a dirty pup, wondering if another bath this month will dry out their skin.As professional groomers at Plain and Fancy since 2008, one of the most common questions we get from pet parents is figuring out the right bathing frequency....

08/22/2026

We've been using this product since he was just a twinkle in his mother's eyes.

08/18/2026

If your white or light-colored pup gets rusty marks around their eyes, this one's for you. Here is how to safely clear up tear stains at home:

Those rusty red stains under your dog's eyes can be stubborn. You clean their face, and a day or two later, the reddish-brown tracks are back.At Plain & Fancy Pet Salon, we get asked about this every week. Owners want to know how to remove dog tear stains without hurting their dog's eyes or buying p...

08/18/2026

Years of grooms. (One of my first clients in Florida around 2008)
Years of kisses.
Years of "just a little off the top."

Coco: 10/10
Her cuteness: Still undefeated
Her underbite: Iconic

So grateful she's mine to groom ❤️

08/13/2026

WELCOME EMERSON!

Cavapoo Care 101
F1B = 75% Poodle + 25% Cavalier
Translation: hypoallergenic curls + total cuddle bug
Pro tip from us: Brush 3-4x a week and book a groom every 6-8 weeks to keep those teddy bear curls mat-free!

Who else loves a Cavapoo groom day?

08/10/2026

If you’re vacuuming every day and still finding dog hair on your couch, this one’s for you. We put together a breakdown of why dogs shed and what actually helps. It’s the stuff we see at Plain and Fancy Pet Salon every single day.

Read the full guide on our blog:

Keeping up with dog shedding can feel like a constant effort. No matter how often you sweep or vacuum, loose hair always seems to find its way onto your floors and furniture. Fortunately, controlling loose hair comes down to a few simple habits and the right routine.We've been grooming dogs at Plain...