About Trusty Paws
Dedicated To Your Pup's Wellbeing
Every pet deserves individual care and attention. That's why I provide grooming sessions in a quiet, stress-free home environment. My one-to-one appointments ensure that each dog receives the dedicated care they need, fostering a trusting and positive relationship.​
Understanding that some dogs may have had challenging experiences with grooming, I also offer desensitisation and counter-conditioning sessions for anxious or aggressive pets. My gentle and patient approach helps these dogs feel safe and comfortable, transforming grooming into a positive experience.​
​Keeping your dog's coat clean, healthy and comfortable is a team effort, between both the groomer and owners. Some coats require maintenance at home such as brushing between appointments, but I know it can be difficult to know exactly what to do, especially if you're not used to owning a dog with a specific coat type. That's why I understand if you pup ends up with some matting, overgrown nails, or other results of not being able to keep up with a grooming schedule, and I always offer help and advice on brushing techniques, how often you should be getting professional grooming appointments, and what else you can do at home in between grooms. To make this easier and more accessible for all owners, I have a few videos up on my page to clearly and simply outline a few things that may be helpful to know.​
FAQ'S:
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When should I start bringing my puppy for grooming?
​- As early as 12 weeks (after their second round of vaccinations) is ideal, the sooner the better to get them acclimated to the process and to prevent them from developing anxiety around grooming.
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How often should my dog be groomed?
​- It's different for every dog and varies depending on how short they get clipped during their groom, how fast their fur grows, what breed they are and how much you keep up with maintenance at home. It's best to do some research on your breed, or talk to your groomer.
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Do I have to get my dog's nails trimmed by a professional?
​- No, for most dogs it can be very easy to do them at home. Training them to stay still and accept their nails being done, as well as learning how to safely cut nails, can be done at home. I have a video here on how to do that. However, if your dog is very anxious and can't stay still, or if you are just uncomfortable trimming nails yourself out of fear or cutting their vein, it can be helpful to take them to a groomer.
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How early do I need to turn up for my first appointment?
​- You do not need to show up early for any appointment at Trusty Paws. If it's your first booking and you may want more time to discuss the groom, that is taken into account when scheduling out time for your appointment.
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What should I do if my dog has fleas?
​- A few fleas can easily become an infestation if not taken care of properly. Firstly you should wash your dog with flea shampoo, wash any clothes and other washable fabrics that have come into contact with the dog since getting fleas (60° or higher is ideal), deep clean your floors especially rugs and carpets, and possibly also use a flea bomb or other treatment. The outside of your house, car, and anywhere else your dog has been should also be treated. For more specific details and help, it's a good idea to do your own research as this is a very brief overview.
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What should I do if my dog is matted?
​- Brushing out matting can be incredibly painful for dogs, and in some cases just not possible to achieve. The best you can do for your pup is take them to a groomer who can wash, dry and clip the dog short using the best tools to give you the best possible outcome while also prioritising the dog's wellbeing. Sometimes the longer fluffy coat can be saved, but a lot of the time they will have to be taken short. You can think of this as a "fresh start", where you can start with a healthy and knot free coat, which is a lot easier and cheaper to take care of in the long run, even once it's grown out again.
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