Do You Have Your Dogs Groomed or Do You Do It Yourself?  

The cockapoo sounds like he's a little cutie. He deserves "spa day" at the groomers. I know my Shelties love to go to the "spa". They prance around afterwards like prince and princess. My groomer doesn't board...but I wish she did. The kids would really have fun then. Thanks for your comments.

I'd be so afraid of nicking one of my dogs. I don't know that I could do it. Do you trim the nails too? I have to agree, it does save money. When you multiply $50 or $60 a month, it adds up. A lot faster than my earnings at MyLot :}

That's great. I'd be afraid to cut the nails. All I really have to do is give my dogs a bath (you don't cut or shave Shelties) and brush them out, but they have tons of hair and it takes forever...so I just pay to get it done. But doing it yourself certainly saves money. Thanks for your thoughts.

Oh, lot's of hair is really hard to maintain. Well, it's good for you that you can afford for paid grooming.

I just cut back in other areas...like less travel, eating out...it's worth it to me. Thanks.

I bet you do a great job on human and dog hair. I'd take my dogs to you. Thanks, OceanTiara, for your thoughts.

Alright Hofferp..you are so very welcome my friend.

Would you like directions and what do the dogs drink?

Tea, coffee, or?

We can have a drink also..what would you like..drink first,

groom later LOL

The dogs drink water...I'll have a glass of Chardonnay. I'll bring the wine next time I'm in MA :}

That sounds like a happy compromise. My Mom kind of does the same thing. She gets a short summer hair cut and then goes in less often during the summer and fall. Have a great day, Dawn.

You take wonderful care of your dog. My dogs only wish they had it so good. My dogs just get Beneful. I don't even cook for myself, let alone the dogs. How much does it cost to take your dog to the vet to have the nails trimmed and the gland extraction? Your suggestion to do just one at a time, is an idea. I only have two dogs now, so it would take half the time that it took me before. I might have to consider doing my own grooming, if my taxes keep rising and my pension keeps staying the same. It' so neat that your sister can teach you some tricks of the trade. The video sounds pretty neat too. I'll check it out. Thanks so much for your comments.

hello hoffer and thank you for your comment. A big bouquet of Easter Lilies for the BR btw.
I like to think that my dog is well cared for. Some say that I spoil her. I just want to keep her clean because she likes it and happy because then I am.
Lol, often times when talking to family on the phone, I get the third degree because my dog is eating a full balanced meal and I am eating green salad. Oh my dog eats kibble too.
It costs about $35 Cnd. to have my dogs glands and nails done at the vet every three months. Well worth it for me.
I would think that if I had two dogs I would do them one at a time as well because it is very time consuming. Plus then I wouldn't feel that I needed to rush. It is a great time to bond with my dog. She loved being doted on.
Yes it is handy that my sister grooms dogs but she is also a hairdresser so I get haircuts too :D
Yeah the Wahl clipper kit that came with the DVD was helpful . I got it at Canadian Tire but I searched it online and found this one: http://www.nextag.co.uk/W...
The only difference is that mine is blue.
Wishing you well and have fun!

My sister's a realtor...I wouldn't let her come near my hair :} I know my dogs love going to the groomer. They prance when they're bathed and brushed. Thanks for the link for the clippers. And you're welcome for the BR...and thank you for the bouquet; I enjoyed the discussion.

I have enjoyed the discussion as well and you are most welcome.
It seems dogs enjoy being bathed and groomed.
I know mine sure does. She is so much lighter on her feet for the next week afterward.
I notice when she needs a bath she is more listless.
Have a Fantastic weekend! Cheers.

You, too.

Your little dog sounds cute. That small and that breed, I think I'd do the same; that is, I'd groom him too. Thanks for your comments.

My best friend has Golden Retrievers. They're pretty cool dogs. I hope you're lucky enough to get one soon. Do you plan to groom him/her yourself?

I don't plan to groom him/her myself,for I have no time to do it,and I also don't think I can do it better.I always think if I groom him/her myself,will him/her drag me ?

How big is your dog? Do you have a tub or do you just wash him with the hose? Every two weeks? I'd be doing nothing but bathing dogs, or at least it would feel like it. Thank you for your comments.

Sounds cute. How big is your dog and does he have a lot of hair? If mine didn't have so much hair, I'd probably do it myself and more often. But I can fill several garbage bags with hair from brushing. It's just so much work with all their hair. Thanks so much for your comment.