by Stephanie Zikmann | Jan 17, 2026 | Self Care for Pet Pros, Dog Grooming Tips, Grooming Business Tips
In a recent post, a groomer shared the tale of the ‘Christmas Doodle’ – a scenario many of us will recognise all too well. A desperate (or “demanding”) carer, having left their booking far too late, frantically seeks help for a...
by Stephanie Zikmann | Dec 12, 2025 | Dog Care Tips, Pet Product Reviews
The festive season is a magical time for many but for our canine companions, Christmas can bring a whirlwind of change – guests, noise, new smells, unpredictable routines, and excited children are all part and present with Christmas Day. Whilst we may revel in...
by Stephanie Zikmann | Nov 28, 2025 | Dog Grooming for Caregivers, Animal Welfare Legislation, Dog Behaviour & Training
You might remember the famously funny scene from ‘Shrek’ where the world’s most grossly misunderstood ogre explains to Donkey, ‘Ogres are like onions… we have layers.’ Well, as it turns out, dogs are remarkably similar. Dogs, just like onions (and ogres!), are often...
by Stephanie Zikmann | Nov 27, 2025 | Dog Grooming News, Animal Welfare Legislation, Dog Behaviour & Training
I want to first start by saying I have tremendous respect for the skill and artistry that our grooming competitions showcase—the passion, the creativity and the technical precision displayed are nothing short of impressive. However, I believe we need to have an honest...
by Stephanie Zikmann | Nov 26, 2025 | Animal Welfare Legislation, Dog Behaviour & Training, Dog Grooming Tips
For many years now, we’ve been hearing that drying cabinets are a really great way to successfully dry nervous dogs but also to free up time and hands in a busy grooming environment. In fact, just the other day, I came across an advertisement for a new brand of drying...
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