Winter Grooming 2009-2010

The Destination for Healthy Happy Pets
585 Mohawk Rd. W., Hamilton 905-387-1300
(between Garth St. and Upper Paradise Rd., across from the Westcliffe Mall)

Every year at this time pet owners can expect wet and slushy sidewalks as well as ice melting salt and chemicals that are not healthy for pets. The end result is often dirty, smelly, matted pets who are less appealing to both family and guests alike.

To some, leaving the dog in a long overgrown coat is a means of keeping them warm in winter. Unfortunately, a long thick coat becomes matted very quickly. This prevents the skin from breathing properly. A dog with a thick matted coat is always colder in winter months. Matting prevents the body from regulating body temperature.

At TLC Dog Grooming, owner Terrie and assistant Joleen take the necessary time to explain such concerns to all customers. All too often owners are completely unaware that their dog is matted, the health concerns involved. When owners are aware of severe matting, they will often delay in having the problem addressed. Not realizing that putting grooming off until spring is not only harmful to the dog, but the dog simply cannot become warm. They are in a constant state of cold and wet when their coat is not kept clean, brushed and combed completely through.

Many pet owners do not recognize the positive impact that regular grooming visits have on their dog’s health and happiness. The people at TLC Dog Grooming provide a free consultation with every visit to help ensure both the dog’s and their owner’s needs are met. You will be informed if any problems are encountered such as matting, dry or irritated skin and “hot spots”. Helping dog owners determine a length and style that is best suited to their lifestyle as well as recommending repeat visits suited to each family budget. This is as important to Terrie and her staff as a fantastic hair cut.

Their complete dog grooming services include shampooing, flea baths, ear cleaning, brushing and matt removal, clipping and scissoring, anal glands expressed, plus foot care including nail clipping. They understand pet behaviour and are gentle with your pet.

Find out why TLC Dog Grooming won the 2004, 2007 & 2008 Hamilton Spectator’s Reader’s Choice Award for “Favourite Groomer”, plus the Gold Award for “Favourite People in Business or Service”.

Make an appointment with TLC Dog Grooming today. It’s as easy as dropping off your pet and picking up a fresh, clean smelling pet a few hours later. Some Saturday appointments are available.