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Stress free and convenient premium house call dog grooming! Skip the cages and wait times.

06/06/2026

Some of the sweet faces I have visited lately! I forgot to get a photo of Linus, he’s a cutie patootie.

05/06/2026

📚 Dog Trainer’s Library Pick of the Month

This is one of those books that goes way beyond dog training.

Don’t Shoot the Dog by Karen Pryor is hands down one of my favorite reads—not just as a trainer, but as a human.

What I love most about this book is how it breaks down all the different ways we try to change behavior.

Not just in dogs—but in people too.

It really makes you think about things like:
• Why punishment doesn’t always work
• How reinforcement actually shapes behavior
• How we accidentally reward the wrong things

And honestly… once you read it, you start seeing it everywhere. With your dog, your kids, your relationships, even coworkers.

This is a big part of why I train the way I do.

When it comes to grooming, I’m not forcing dogs through something they’re afraid of. I’m changing how they feel about it so the behavior follows naturally.

If you want to understand behavior on a deeper level, this one is a must-read.

It’ll change how you approach a lot more than just your dog. 🐾

05/04/2026

Weaverville/Mars Hill/Marshall area- here’s my times I have open for hair. I have spots I can squeeze in nail trims in between hair cuts. Message me if you would like to get on schedule!

04/30/2026

Winston is the best!!! I had such a blast making some new FURiends yesterday.

04/29/2026

This is Cody. He is 2 pounds. The smallest dog I have ever seen! He’s also 3 months old! I’m working with him and his sweet momma to teach him the ropes of getting groomed. He’s doing a fantastic job!! Look how cute he is!!!

04/28/2026

I forgot to get their finished photos but they are so incredibly cute! These are some friends of mine! Coco and Bella!! He likes to hang with Bella while she is being worked on, when it’s his turn Bella runs and hides.

04/27/2026

Meet Tintin 🐾

Tintin just turned a year old, and he is as sweet and cute as they come. I’ve been working with him for a few sessions now, and I wanted to share a little bit of his journey because it’s a great example of what groom training is all about.

Like a lot of dogs, Tintin wasn’t fully comfortable with grooming. He was especially reactive when it came to his back legs, feet, and sometimes even just being touched during things like bathing, drying, or brushing. His go-to response was to try and bite, which is honestly more common than people think when dogs haven’t been properly introduced to grooming in a positive way early on.

From day one, I made the decision not to force him through it. That might mean things look a little “imperfect” at first—his face and feet were hard to work on in the beginning—but long term, it sets dogs up for success. My goal is always for dogs to understand grooming is safe, positive, and something they can feel good about.

Tintin’s mom has been amazing through this process. We’ve worked as a team—using clear marker words, rewards, and fair corrections (which simply mean the absence of reward, not punishment). Over time, Tintin started understanding the system… and then something really cool happened—he started correcting himself.

The last session was a big moment. While working on his face (one of his hardest areas), he turned, opened his mouth like he might bite… then stopped himself and chose the right behavior instead. That earned him a BIG reward. That’s the kind of progress that sticks.

Now he’s:
✔️ Doing great with nails
✔️ Letting me handle his feet
✔️ More relaxed during grooming overall
✔️ Actually excited to hop up on the table when I arrive

That last one is huge—because the second time I saw him, he was already greeting me happy and ready to go.

This is the difference between grooming and groom training. Groom training can take a little longer upfront (typically around 4–8 sessions on average), but the results last a lifetime. You end up with a dog who is calm, cooperative, and confident—not stressed or forced through the process.

Tintin is progressing faster than average, and that’s largely because his mom is putting in the work between sessions. That consistency makes all the difference.

My goal with every client isn’t just to work with your dog—it’s to teach you how to communicate with them. I truly believe everyone is capable of being their dog’s trainer, and when that clicks, everything becomes easier and more peaceful at home.

For anyone curious about the “why” behind how I train, a lot of my approach is influenced by the work of Robert Sapolsky—especially his research on dopamine and reward systems. The short version: it’s not just the reward itself that motivates behavior, it’s the anticipation of it. That’s why techniques like the jackpot reward system work so well.

If you want to look more into it, you can search:
“Robert Sapolsky dopamine reward anticipation study chimpanzees”
There are some really interesting lectures and breakdowns that explain it in a way that applies directly to dog training.

Tintin is doing incredible, and I’m so proud of both him and his mom. Can’t wait to see where he’s at in a few more sessions 💛

04/23/2026

I’ve had a lot of clients refer friends and family to me lately, and I really appreciate it.

So I decided to start a referral program—when you refer someone, you’ll both get $15 off your next grooming/training appointment.

All they need to do is mention your name when they book, and I’ll take care of the rest.

If you know someone looking for a groomer, feel free to send them my way.

You can message me here or text at 828-307-2050

New clients only. Discount applied after completed appointment.

04/22/2026

Dolly says hi to everyone again! I think I’m going to make her my logo/mascot. She’s my every two week girlie. 🩷🐾

04/20/2026

Got my dear friend Millie done!

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105 Holston View Drive
Weaverville, NC
28787

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.fortheluvofthedog.com/

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