Alpoochino Mobile Dog Groomer 07708 169128: WHY SHOULD I GET MY DOG GROOMED

Alpoochino Mobile Dog Groomer 07708 169128: WHY SHOULD I GET MY DOG GROOMED: Healthy skin, hair, and nails are what define a well-groomed dog. Dog grooming is the practice of caring for the appearance of a canine for ...

COCKERPOO - TOBY

This is Toby the Cockerpoo who has been clipped with a Peach Comb attachment to leave his body short but still nice and fluffy so that it is easy to manage. Legs and head were hand scissored.

Fox Poo Shampoo

If your dogs are as bad as mine and like to roll in Fox Poo on our woodland walks then I can recommend this Shampoo from Animology - remember to water it down - best to squeeze some into a old washing up liquid bottle and fill with water and shake.

Doris - Mini Schnauzer Puppy

This is Doris the Mini-Schnauzer Pup 2nd haircut - bless her

Pomeranian Hand Scissored

Meet Bubbles the Pomeranian who is hand scissored every 12 weeks - love him

SKIN COMPLAINTS

Skin complaints are a fairly common problem with canines, and for certain dogs it can be a consistent issue. If your dog is constantly scratching or licking a certain area, it could be the sign of an underlying skin condition. Have a look at below at the most common skin complaints to help determine your canine’s cause for concern. Yeast Infection: Typically occurs in the ears and between the toes, and looks like irritated, discoloured skin. Yeast infections generally respond well to topical medication and anti-fungal creams. Hot Spots: Also known as acute moist dermatitis, hot spots are swollen, warm patches of skin that often exude pus and a bad smell. They can develop very quickly and grow in a matter of hours. Sometime caused by parasites or allergies, a lack of sufficient grooming is also a common cause of hot spots, especially during the moulting season, where loose hair gets trapped close to the skin. Hot spots can be very painful, and dogs suffering from this skin complaint may need a visit to the vet, along with a course of antibiotic steroids. Eczema: As with us humans, eczema is bought on in canines for a variety of reasons – hot weather, stress or diet, for example. Eczema exhibits itself as dry, sore, flaky skin; help soothe it by washing your dog with a gentle shampoo such as a Evening Primrose Oil Shampoo, formulated for dry, sensitive skin. You should also try and keep your dog’s nails clean and trim so they do not exacerbate the situation by scratching. Ringworm: Caused by a fungus, ringworm creates inflammation, hives and scally skin patches. Treat ringworm easily with anti-fungal cram, available through your vet. Parasites: Fleas, ticks and mites are frequent causes of canine skin irritation, producing itching, red sores, hair loss and scabbing. Prevention is better than cure with parasites – ensure you keep your dog treated for fleas, ticks and mites, and take your dog to the vet if concerned of infection. Dry Skin: Sometimes, dogs simply suffer from dry, flaky skin. Certain breeds are pre-disposed to skin complaints throughout life; manage the issue by using the right shampoos, conditioners and soothing creams such a EPOC Cream with evening primrose oil, specifically designed for dogs.

WARNING : Walking Dogs in Gritted Areas

WARNING....With the snow upon us the roads are now being gritted, if you walk your dog on gritted roads/paths please make sure that their paws are washed either by walking them through a few puddles away from the gritted surfaces or by dipping their feet in fresh water once at home. WATCH TO SEE IF YOUR DOGS OR CATS ARE LICKING THEIR FEET A LOT. WHY ? GRIT CONTAINS ANTI-FREEZE WHICH IS POISONOUS, ANTI-FREEZE TASTES SWEET TO DOGS AND CATS. CATS AND DOGS LIKE TO LICK THEIR FEET!

Bronte - The Cavapoo

Meet the lovely Bronte Cavapoo (King Charles Cavalier/Mini Poodle x) This is Bronte after her groom with the coat cut short but still nice and fluffy and all the hair removed from the snout so you can see her eyes. Ears trimmed to beard level to give a nice 'bob' effect (owners wanted the hair removed from under the chin as its always gets food stuck in it)

Doris - The Mini Schnauzer 1st Full Groom

Meet Doris the Mini Schnauzer Puppy who was put into style for the 1st time. Doris was extremely well behaved and was a pleasure to groom.

Doris before her Groom

Doris afterwards - looking like a proper Schnauzer

WINTER MONTHS

Grooming your dog in the Winter does not have to mean that it has to be shaved down to the skin. You can still have your dog groomed leaving its fur a nice manageable length for owners in this wet weather. OR you can just have a Bath & Tidy which means that no length is taken off the back of the dog, just a tidy around the feet, feathers & face. For further information and prices please call Diane on 07708 169128