Poochy Woochy Cat and Dog Groomer Blog
Fleas & Ticks – providing regular treatment for your pet
Hello to you all! This blog may seem like a rant, but it is not. It is purely to make pet owners aware of the importance of treating their pets for fleas and ticks regularly. And if you aren’t sure how often to treat your pet ask a pet professional. I am always happy...
read moreWinter Groom, Trim or just Bath and Nail Trim for your Dogs and Cats at Poochy Woochy
At this time of year a lot of people want to give their dog or cat a winter groom, but are concerned that the Groomer might take too much off their best friends coat and they might feel cold or a little chilly. At Poochy Woochy I offer all kinds of grooms to suit your...
read moreThe Joy of Grooming a Matted Dog
I am always saddened when I see a very uncomfortable matted dog in my grooming studio. Sometimes the owners don’t realize that their dog is in such a state, or how horrid, painful and dangerous it is for their lovely dog to be in this very bad matted condition. On a...
read moreA Nervous little Lhasa Apso visited me today for a groom.
A nervous little Lhasa Apso visited me today for a groom. This very nervous little girl has had an assortment of groomers trying to groom her and her owners said she has had some weird hair do’s. Out of desperation they have even tried to groom her themselves. This...
read moreBlack Friday Offer £5 off a full Groom.
Black Friday Grooming Offer £5 off your groom if you book before 1st December 2014. 01928 717037 or 07899736140. Give me a call or send me a text....
read moreGetting your dog’s nails checked is very important.
What can I say I think this picture says a thousand words? Not getting your dog’s nails trimmed can cause may problems, it can cause your dog’s nails to break which can be very painful and sometimes can cause infection if not seen to by a groomer or your vet. ...
read moreBeautiful Bull Dog comes for a groom.
This Beautiful girl Bull Dog came for a groom. She had her nails trimmed, her dead hair removed with a good brush followed by a bath. She also had an ears and wrinkles cleaned. I made sure she was properly dried making sure her wrinkles were clean and dry and also...
read moreYour Puppy’s First Visit to the Groomer
Once puppies have had their second injection, it is usually safe for them to go out for a walk and mix with other dogs. This may then be a good time to introduce your puppy to a groomer. Your puppy’s first visit to the groomer is extremely important for you and your...
read moreDON’T FEED CAT FOOD TO YOUR DOG!
DON’T FEED CAT FOOD TO YOUR DOG!! Today, I met an incredibly cute little bichon called Millie. Her Mum told me a story about Millie. She said that only a few months ago poor Millie hadn’t been very well. She had had repeated ear and skin infections and was a...
read moreA Shar-Pei named Harvey
Time for a lovely, good news story about a very handsome Shar-Pei named Harvey. During his little life, poor Harvey has been through the wars. He has been through eye and ear surgery and has suffered bad skins problems. Perhaps worst of all, Harvey also had major...
read moreMatted hair on your Dog or Cat can cause serious problems and cause a great deal of pain.
Matted hair on your Dog or Cat can cause serious problems and cause a great deal of pain. It is with great sadness that I have to write this blog. A couple of days ago a beautiful little puppy came to visit me for his first groom. He is a super cute little boy and...
read moreDo my dog’s nails need cutting?
Do my dog’s nails need cutting? A question I get asks often here at Poochy Woochy Groomers. I have decided to do a quick blog in reply to that question in the hope that it may help you. Below is a before and after photo of a dogs nails. In the first photo you can...
read morePreventing your Pet from getting Ticks.
Advice I gave to a customer with a lovely Cat I was going to groom. Her Cat had a tick removed at the Vets. Her Cat has a small lump on her neck now as a reminder of the tick but this will go in time. Her vet gave the cat some antibiotics. If your pet, mainly your...
read moreFlea Treatment: fleas can make your dog very sick and cause very bad infections. Help tips on how to get rid of them.
As it is the summer our beautiful four legged friends can have a problem with fleas. The main reason for this blog is to help customer’s whose dogs and cats have repeated flea infestation.
read moreSkin problems on a Schnauzer
Today I had lovely Miniature Schnauzer visit me at my grooming salon in Norton. Poor little chap had skin problems. His owner takes him to the vet regularly for treatment but he asked me if I had any ideas that could help Alfie. I asked what type of food Alfie is...
read moreWalking your dog in the summer heat
My mother in-law came to me the other day saying she had just noticed someone walking their dog in the midday Sun. You know the saying, don't you. Only mad dogs and Englishmen walk their dogs in the midday sun." Crazy if you ask me. If you feel hot imagine hot your...
read moreIggy the Guinea Pig visited me in Norton for his groom.
This is Iggy the Guinea Pig who came to me for his summer groom. His Dad said he was very hot with his thick coat. I gave little Iggy a short clip for his groom to make him more comfortable. His Dad asked would I cut his claws so I did. Iggy was so well...
read moreMoving To Norton Cross
We recently published a press release about our move from Warrington to Norton Cross, Runcorn - here is the content of it: Website Re-Launch For Poochy Woochy Dog Grooming, Runcorn Poochy Woochy Dog Grooming and Pet Care Services, now based in Norton Cross, Runcorn,...
read moreGrooming Your Persian Cat
Persian cats can often get a little matted around the bottom area, behind their ears, tummy, neck, chest and legs. It is good practice to comb and brush your long or medium length haired cat daily to prevent matting. If matting occurs and you don't manager to get...
read moreDog Taxi Service
Today I was able to help a customer who didn't have any transport to take her little dog to the vets for his yearly booster. We offer a Doggie Taxi Service so call me if you ever need this...
read moreHot dogs
At this time of year we humans need our heating turned up so we are warm and cosy. But the heating being high doesn't always suit our dogs. Customers have reported to me that their dogs are feeling the heating and have taking to lying on a tiled floor to keep cool. We...
read moreHair in your dog’s eyes
Hair in and around your dog’s eyes can be annoying, block vision and cause eye problems and sometimes even infections. Keep the hair around your dog’s eyes clean by wiping daily to prevent bacteria for getting in their eyes. Also keep the hair well-trimmed around the...
read moreDog Poo
This afternoon while walking my dogs I noticed lots of dog poo all over the pavement. It doesn’t take a moment to pick it up, so please do. Doggie Doo can cause health problems such as blindness in young children and many other issues for us all. Remember we may...
read moreGrooming Advice If Your Dog is Having An Operation
Today I groomed a little Cavapoo who was very matted and extremely uncomfortable. Her owners usually have her groomed regularly. However, as she had a major operation a few weeks ago it is only now that vet has given permission for her to be groomed. I wish I could...
read moreThe benefits of ear plucking
Today a lovely little schnauzer Molly came for a groom at my grooming studio in Runcorn. Molly used to have ear problems, irritations and infections. This was solved by her owners bringing her on monthly visits for a pamper, ear plucking and clean. Molly is happy...
read moreWhy wiping your dog’s feet after walkies is important
On Friday I visited a couple of fun loving Yorkies in Warrington. I groom them in their home as they don't travel well. Their owners always wipe little Sonny's and Missy feet when they come in from a walk. I advised them to do this as it is good to keep them clean...
read moreHappy Dogs Wag their Tails
It is often thought that a happy dog wags it's tail but according to the scientists, a dog's tail wag can reveal its mood. Scientists have shed more light on how the movements of a dog's tail are linked to its mood. Earlier research had revealed that happy dogs wag...
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