Hound Therapy

05/25/2026

Today we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Memorial Day is more than a long weekend. It’s a time to remember, reflect, and give thanks to those who served and never made it home.

Their courage will never be forgotten.

05/22/2026

Too many dog parents avoid the groomer because they’re afraid of being judged and their dogs end up paying the price.

In this episode, Shannon and Tanya join Sophia Yvette to talk about shame-free grooming, building trust with pet parents, and simple routines that help dogs feel calmer and healthier.

🐾 Matted coats
🐾 Nervous pups
🐾 Real-life grooming advice
🐾 Humanity over vanity

🎧 Click on the link below to listen now and share with a dog parent who needs this reminder: support matters more than perfection.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0HZKBDImECuymH1OQTK0Ln?si=zASUxYteT3CBWXKd8u2vlQ

Ready to book your grooming appointment visit houndtherapy.com or call us at 469-367-0009

05/19/2026

The Heart of the Home: Meet Franklin 🐾

Meet Franklin! One of our regulars at Hound Therapy and definitely one of our favorite familiar faces to see walk through the grooming room doors.

He is a sweet Labradoodle and the heart of the family.

Franklin isn’t just a dog… he’s the official greeter at the door, the cuddle buddy on the couch, and the gentle best friend everyone needs after a long day. He’s always ready for backyard adventures, snack time supervision, and making sure no one ever feels alone.

Patient with kids, loyal to his people, and always wagging his tail, Franklin makes every day a little brighter just by being there.

And when it’s spa day at Hound Therapy, Franklin soaks up every bit of love, attention, and pampering like the good boy he is. ✂️🛁

Life’s better with Franklin in it. ❤️🐶

05/10/2026

To all the moms out there ,whether you’re raising tiny humans, fur babies, or both simultaneously while surviving on iced coffee and pure delusion… this one’s for you.

Motherhood is basically:
“what’s in your mouth?”
“why is it wet?”
“who threw up?”
…and somehow also being everyone’s unpaid therapist, chef, Uber driver, event planner, and personal assistant.

Whether your child barks or talks back, you’re still doing amazing sweetie 🤍

Happy Mother’s Day to the women holding it all together with dry shampoo, sarcasm, and a prayer.

05/09/2026

𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐰-𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐛𝐲!

Calling all dog moms (and proud pet parents)! Treat your pup to a little pampering while you soak up the love this Mother’s Day.

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨
📅May 12–15 (excluding Saturday)
🐕Fresh baths, stylish cuts & all the snuggly vibes

Because let’s be honest… being a dog mom counts too.

📲Book now before spots fill up!

Use the promo code "MOM" when making your appointment online!

📞Call (469)-367-0009 to book your appointment today.

📍3509 E Park Blvd Ste #100, Plano, Texas 75074

05/05/2026

04/23/2026

Grooming looks easy online, fast cuts, perfect dogs, edited results. Then you try it at home and realize real dogs move, react, and don’t always cooperate.

Shannon and Tanya talk about the gap between watching videos and actually learning: handling safely, using clippers and dryers correctly, reading body language, and knowing when to slow down. We also share how “regular brushing” can still lead to severe matting when technique, tools, and coat type are off.

Whether you’re curious about pet grooming, thinking about it as a career, or want to understand what groomers really do, this episode gives an honest look at the skill, patience, and safety behind the job.

Listen to the full episode here!
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7l5Zin7NShA1WDnCr2vDvE

Subscribe for more real pet care conversations, share with a friend thinking about a DIY haircut, and leave a review with the biggest thing you learned today.

Hound Therapy
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houndtherapy.com

Hound Therapy
3509 E Park Blvd.
Plano, TX
469-367-0009

04/15/2026

BE GRATEFUL FOR THE GROWL

Not all growling is a sign that a dog is unhappy. Some growls may be part of a particular play style, seeking attention, from frustration, excitement or other reasons. They may all sound a little different and may be unique to that particular dog.

This post is about the early warning growls.

When a dog growls, especially when it’s directed at us, it’s natural for us to feel offended, insulted or perhaps even angry.

Surely dogs need to learn not to growl - growling is bad, it’s unacceptable, a problem that needs to be stopped or punished so a dog learns that it’s wrong, disrespectful and unacceptable, right?

This couldn’t be further from the truth! A dog that growls has just provided us with very valuable information.

In their way, they have just told us how they feel about a situation in a non-violent way without escalating to a bite.

Dogs use growling in an attempt to avoid having to resort to biting, not to initiate it. They could just as easily not have even bothered to growl and gone straight to a bite.

A dog that growls is trying to communicate how they feel. Ignoring or punishing only suppresses this communication. Punishment increases fear, anxiety and stress.

A dog that bites without the warning of a growl is a far more serious problem than a dog that growls but doesn’t bite.

Look for any other early warning signals that may precede a growl. Learn to recognize body language and any specific situations that trigger it.

Be grateful for the gift of a growl – it’s clear communication that we need to acknowledge, understand and respect.

A growl allows us to intervene, advocate and prevent escalation.

04/15/2026

It's time to introduce another amazing team member!

Meet 𝐌𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧, our Receptionist. She has been part of the Hound Therapy team for 1 year
𝐅𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝: Dachshund
𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭: She loves to cook.

Have a question for Megan? Comment below!

04/13/2026

We’re incredibly grateful for kind words like these 💛

Thank you, Terry, for trusting us with your pups! It means the world to be able to care for them and give them the love and attention they deserve 🐾✨