WE'VE recently featured home dog boarding services and local catteries for pet owners looking for loving surroundings to put their animals when they're away on holiday.
Now, we feature dog grooming services - a booming industry as owners look to pamper their beloved pooches. K9 Design
St Thomas Parade, Thomas Street, Oldham
THE online reviews for this pooch parlour are largely glowing.
One reads: “Had my pug micro-chipped here and the staff were fantastic considering he was quite frankly a little 'pain in the bum'. Doug is not one to sit quietly, he never has been and never will unfortunately for us.
"I would recommend getting any pet that goes out the house micro-chipped. It’s really inexpensive and worth every penny if they go missing.
"I’m am going to take Doug here for his nails and hair to be done....he is spoilt rotten."
Another said: “It took me a while maybe a few days to realise that K9 was canine. I was quite appalled with myself in fact that I never realised that and that I really am a blonde.
"So, anyway this little dog grooming shop is quite a shop. They are specialist in microchipping which in a nutshell; basically means to chip your pet so that if they do get lost you can find them. So what are you thinking about that? The price? Well rest assured as they charge £17.50 for that which I think is great.
"They do more than microchipping such as dog grooming. Their salon is well presented and clean and modern too. Have a look at their website for more information."
Indiana Bones and the Temple of Groom
47 Ripponden Rd, Oldham
THIS establishment appears to have all bases covered -from your puppy’s first pamper to full grooms/de-shedding and spa treatments or just a bath and brush.
Indiana Bones’ staff are fully qualified and fully insured.
“We pamper your pooch and treat them like one of the family,” its website says. “Our dog grooming prices are very reasonable but please note the prices are based on dogs that have received regular grooming or whose coats are in a reasonable condition.
“For this reason all prices should be considered as a starting price, if your dog hasn't been groomed for a long time and the coat is severely matted extra costs may be incurred due to time spent and the requirement to have blades sharpened afterwards.
Nail clips are included in full grooms where possible depending on the dog’s temperament.
Wags,
256 Manchester Rd, Chadderton, Oldham
Recommendations for Wags adorn its Facebook page.
Read on: “I’ve brought my last three dogs here regularly to be groomed, I’ve been to groomers where my dogs would not go through the door but when I bring them here they rush in with their tails wagging so I know I can trust Lizzie, and she does an excellent job of grooming my two Westies."
Another said: “Lizzie is a lovely lady who cares very much about her doggy clients. Was very nervous of trying a new groomer but she did a wonderful job of Amber, thank you very much. Booked in for the rest of the year.
“Been going here years now, before finding wags I used lots of different groomers and having such an anxious dogs none suited her and made her anxiety worse. We found wags and have never looked back.”
Scuffs 2 Crufts Dog Grooming Salon,
756B Middleton Road, Chadderton
THIS salon is run by dog owner/lover Jeanette.
We’ll let her explain: “I have 2 adorable, friendly dogs, a Bichon Frise called Alfie and a Schnoodle called Ozzy.
“In 2009 I decided that I was going to learn how to ‘properly’ groom my dogs, and so I did. I obtained a Diploma in K9 grooming along with my City & Guilds Level 3.
“I took redundancy from my long-time job and I decided I was going to invest my redundancy in my future.....and "Scruffs 2 Cruffs" was born. My passion for my work and my natural love for dogs has always shown in my work. Everyone that brings their beloved pet to be treated always come back time and time again because of the quality of the service.
“So if you are looking for a professional and friendly service, look no further.”
Posh Paws Mobile Dog Grooming
60 Bottomfield Close, Oldham
IF you’ve got limited transport options, maybe a mobile dog groomer is best.
Posh Paws mobile dog grooming salon claims to bring the very best in dog grooming service to your doorstep.
It boasts a custom-built mobile grooming salon can offer the services and grooming facilities to be found in the top parlours, with the added benefit of convenience and flexibility.
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