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The Dog Days of Summer: 5 Grooming Problems Pet Parents Should Watch For
Written By: Niki Hitt
Summer brings plenty of fun for our dogs—swimming, sprinkler play, lake days, long walks, and extra time outside.
But all that water, heat, and humidity can be tough...
After the Splash: How to Care for Your Dog’s Skin, Coat, and Ears After Swimming
Written By: Niki Hitt
There is nothing quite like a Northwest Indiana summer with a water-loving dog.
Maybe your dog races through the sprinkler, jumps into the backyard pool,...
Pet Grooming Is Officially an Apprenticeship Career
Written By: Niki Hitt
For years, professional pet groomers have heard some version of:
“You get to play with dogs all day!”
We certainly love...
Keep Pets Safe This 4th of July
Written By: Niki Hitt
The 4th of July is full of fun for people — cookouts, family time, fireworks, and celebrations.
But for many pets, it...
Fix by Five: Why Your Kitten Should Be Spayed or Neutered by 5 Months
Written By: Niki Hitt
If you've recently welcomed a kitten into your home, congratulations! Those tiny paws, playful pounces, and endless curiosity make this stage so much fun. But while you're picking out...
Why Your Dog's Groom Appointment Is Actually a Health Check-in, in Disguise
Written By: Niki Hitt
Most pet parents think of grooming the same way they think about a haircut — drop your dog off looking shaggy, pick them up smelling like a dream. And yes,...
Lawn Care & Pet Safety: What Every Pet Parent Should Know
Written By: Niki Hitt
A fresh, green lawn feels good.
But if you share your yard with a dog...
Spring Is Here — Let’s Talk Fleas, Ticks & Why Grooming Matters
Written By: Niki Hitt
Spring means sunshine, fresh air… and a whole lot of shedding
Written By: Niki Hitt
🌸 Why Spring Grooming Matters More Than You Think
As the weather starts to warm up, you might notice a little more fur around your home… ...
Summer brings plenty of fun for our dogs—swimming, sprinkler play, lake days, long walks, and extra time outside.
But all that water, heat, and humidity can be tough...
There is nothing quite like a Northwest Indiana summer with a water-loving dog.
Maybe your dog races through the sprinkler, jumps into the backyard pool,...
For years, professional pet groomers have heard some version of:
“You get to play with dogs all day!”
We certainly love...
The 4th of July is full of fun for people — cookouts, family time, fireworks, and celebrations.
But for many pets, it...
If you've recently welcomed a kitten into your home, congratulations! Those tiny paws, playful pounces, and endless curiosity make this stage so much fun. But while you're picking out...
Most pet parents think of grooming the same way they think about a haircut — drop your dog off looking shaggy, pick them up smelling like a dream. And yes,...
A fresh, green lawn feels good.
But if you share your yard with a dog...
🌸 Why Spring Grooming Matters More Than You Think
As the weather starts to warm up, you might notice a little more fur around your home… ...