While I enjoy a good 'before and after' transformation, the truth is grooming is meant to be form of coat maintenance not a complete transformation every time.
I am often asked "How long until fluffy needs to be groomed again?" My answer depending on style of coat is usually 4-6 weeks or 6-8 weeks. Some people take my advice and they pre book for my suggested time period. Some pre book for 12 weeks (which is too long) and then some say "Okay I will check my schedule and call you." I usually end up seeing those people 6 months down the road with a severely matted dog.
People sometimes have the mind set that groomers suggest a short period of time between grooming to make more money off them. This however is not true. Most salons are steady all year round so if you don't book in that 4-8 week time period chances are that slot will be filled by someone else anyway. We suggest this because it is what is healthy for your dog's skin and coat. Also it takes less time to groom your dog when he/she is kept on a regular schedule, therefore saving us time and you money. Extra matting and extra hair takes more time to groom and extra charges must apply! When you bring in a dog with 3 months growth we have to 'find' a dog in all that hair and develop a flattering style instead of just maintaining the one we gave you on your last visit.
So next time you leave your Groomer's place why not pre book your next appointment for the suggested time period... think to yourself... would you wait 2 or 3 months between washing your hair? :)
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