Within my grooming I have stopped taking on any new customers because I am going into dog training and also want to help owners with their dogs that need more help with their dogs grooming building confidence. I want to create a programme and tailor it to each dog. Every dog is different but realistically would a min of 3 months if they were to come for visits for 4 weeks a then gradually get a bit longer then spaced out be a good idea? With me also showing then bits that they can do inbetween. I was originally thinking 6 months programme? Not sure how you roll I on out after that either I have a time limit with some dogs I have at the moment and what’s not done that’s it but they are happy with that and that’s every 8 weeks.

I had a lovely groom with a rescue from abroad. He was so fearful when he came in but he settled down with me and did brilliantly. I did a 10 minute video as we were communicating and his mum has said I can put it on social media. I just love these types of grooms so much.

Today I’ve done something I’ve been putting off since I opened…I have finally invested in my future and ordered 1000 leaflets to advertise my business!! After being abused by other local groomers I admit I’ve avoided public adverts for fear that they’d bad mouth me, but you know what I’ve proven myself and my business’s worth so to hell with them…I’m going to help my business become all it should be!!! Go me!!! 🏆 hope you all like it!!! 😃

Hello everyone! 👋 We are all set for Don’t Walk Your Dog Day today! 🐕 🚶 To give you some inspiration, here are some things you could do instead of walking: ⭐️ set up a Freework activity around your home, or secure garden ⭐️ surprise your dog with a treat filled boredom buster such as a kong, lickmat or snuffle mat ⭐️ start some consent-based training exercises using positive reinforcement ⭐️ if your dog enjoys it, spend some bonding time grooming your dog or even, simply petting them ⭐️ chill out and watch a dog-themed movie together on the couch ⭐️ if your dog doesn’t mind the car, drive to a nearby secure dog run where they can spend some time off-lead with no distractions or other dogs to worry about Perhaps you can think of more? Today it would be AMAZING if you all post what you’re getting up to with your dog. Later this evening, I will check in with you all and hopefully get to hear what you have gotten up to! Have fun today everyone, and remember, you’re not a failure for having a dog who struggles with walking in public places, and there are still ways to offer your dog opportunities to have fun, decompress and stimulate their busy minds while you work on those issues 🩷 See you tonight!

Dearest community, please forgive my 'MIA' the last couple of days. My most precious girl, Nala, has been in end of life care for the last year, and passed away yesterday afternoon in the safety of her home, in the arms of the person who loved her the most in the world. I'm trying to navigate the loss of the very best 'dog teacher', a behaviour student could ever have asked for - she taught me so much about boundaries, about deep-rooted behaviours, about dog-on-dog conflict, about food resource guarding, and so much more. But most importantly of all, she taught me that even a dog with significant behaviour and physical impairments, can be supported. Can be beautiful. Can be loving. Can be the best comfort in times of stress. I am utterly devastated. I am broken. So, I ask that you all please bare with me as I may be a little less active in this space over the next few days. If there's anything really important remember you can reach out to @Clare Hudson Hill or @Vanessa Barber - our HGA tutors. I intend to be back on track for our next Live check in on Monday.