http://nose2tailgrooming.co.uk Pet Grooming in Westow, Malton, North Yorkshire Fri, 13 Aug 2010 18:22:16 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I competed in Premier Groom this year, a well known grooming competition organised by Groom Team England and Redcape. Sponsored by lots of big names like Mikki and Ascuelap it is attended by groomers from all over England, (and international groomers too!) I competed in the Spaniel and Setter class with ... http://nose2tailgrooming.co.uk/2010/08/13/success-at-premier-groom-2010/ After three practical and one written exam I now have the nationally accredited qualification City and Guilds Advanced Dog Grooming, complete with distinction and credit! One of few groomers in the area to hold this certificate, I would like to thank all my customers and canine models who made this ... http://nose2tailgrooming.co.uk/2010/04/25/advanced-city-and-guilds/ On July 12th I ran Race 4 Life dressed as a dog (what else!) and raised almost £200  for this very worthy cause. Thanks to all who sponsored me! http://nose2tailgrooming.co.uk/2009/07/27/race-4-life/ The salon has been closed for refurbishment this weekend, and it has been all hands to the pump to get it all finished ready for a busy week ahead!  All work is finished now, and with its new floor, refurbished bath and fresh paint it is like a whole new salon. I dont, ... http://nose2tailgrooming.co.uk/2009/03/09/gloss-and-dog-hair/ I want the grooming experience at Nose 2 Tail to be good for all dogs, but some of the dogs- who perhaps come into grooming late, rescue dogs etc can get a bit apprehensive of the grooming procedure.  For example, they dont like water/hairdryer/nails clipped etc.  So before Christmas I decided to trial the ... http://nose2tailgrooming.co.uk/2009/01/22/trialling-dap-diffuser/ Booking in with Nose 2 Tail could end up with more than just a fabulously groomed dog! Occasionally (dogs permitting!) I compete in grooming competitions,  and I am always training in new aspects of grooming, so sometimes need dogs to compete with.  The criteria is quite strict, for example the dogs have to be ok ... http://nose2tailgrooming.co.uk/2009/01/08/always-learning/ Well, this is the start of our new blog so that we can keep our clients up to date with the latest goings on at the Nose 2 Tail Pet Grooming Salon. By regularly checking the site you can keep up to date with the gossip and any new services we ... http://nose2tailgrooming.co.uk/2008/12/10/welcome-to-nose2tail-grooming-blog/