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How can you help with the oil spill?

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Sunday, May 23, 2010, In : Little Shop News 
You already are!  Your pet's fur is on it's way to Alabama to assist in soaking up the oil spill in the Gulf.  Here are some videos on how the whole process works. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwQOD_Ir2vQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aj_mna5lckg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHuWyFVo62o

Thank you for your help!  Be sure to donate your nylons as well, with runs are fine.  We are so happy to be a part of something to help our community along the Gulf Coast.  Keep bringing us that fur, and we...
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Intergroom 2010

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, In : Little Shop News 
I am back from another great weekend at a grooming competition.  Every time I go I am so encouraged and renewed to come back to work and make every pet look and feel their very best.  Seeing old friends, winning awards, buying new tools and learning new tricks really does something to the groomer's soul. 

Well, I was quite successful in this competition.  It began Friday morning when I entered the ring with Jake, the Irish Terrier. 

He was his usual feisty self, so much so that the judges com...
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Coming soon: DIY Dog Spa

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Wednesday, April 7, 2010, In : Little Shop News 
Our tubs are in place and awaiting the plumber to hook them up, then we will be kicking off the new edition to Little Shop of Howlers: the DIY dog spa!  Please check back soon for updated pictures, hours of operation and pricing information. We are so excited about this new aspect of our salon. 

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Our new digs!

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Thursday, March 25, 2010, In : Little Shop News 
Tuesday, March 16 was our first day in our brand new salon!  It was absolutely wonderful!  We are still finishing with some small decorative details, and the self serve section will be up and running in a few weeks.  Please feel free to come visit us any time, we love guests!



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134th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Thursday, March 25, 2010, In : Little Shop News 
I was asked several months ago to groom a Portuguese Water Dog, Ch. Ebb Tide's Upcountry Titan, aka Sage, for this most prestigious show.  Of course I agreed, and so began our journey to "the Garden" (Madison Square Garden that is!).  Monday, February 15th, we prepared Sage for our trip down to the city.

Sage snoozing in my lap on the drive down. 

The hotel was filled with gorgeous dogs, and we were made to feel like celebrities.  Tuesday morning we awoke early excited for our big day.  We he...
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Little Shop Update

Posted by Little Shop on Friday, February 12, 2010, In : Little Shop News 

We are excited to announce that Little Shop will be moving in the upcoming weeks to a new salon.  We will be at the same address, but several doors down from our current location.  Construction and painting has taken up much of our time and energy which is why we have not blogged in several weeks.  However, we are hoping to be in the new space come March.  Don't worry, we will let you know if we have moved.  Please enjoy some pictures of our progress. 


1: Materials dropped off. 

Construction ...


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Return from NEPGP competition

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, In : Little Shop News 
I competed on Friday with Jackson, a Golden Retriever. 
We did not place, but considering it was my first time grooming a Golden for competition, I was quite pleased.  The judges commented that it was a beautiful job.  I look forward to many more successful competitions with this handsome man. 

On Saturday morning, Rusty, an adorable mixed breed, and I took the ring.  Again, we did not place, but were awarded the Taxi Memorial Award.  This award is given to the groomer who has captured the be...
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Let us know how we're doing.

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Saturday, October 24, 2009, In : Little Shop News 
We want to give you and your pets the best experience they have ever had at a pet salon and spa.  Please fill out our forms we have available on our website to improve our services.  Check out the VIP page for a link, as well as the Contact Us/FAQ page for the "Fill Out My Form" link.  We greatly appreciate your input and hope to bring you even better service in the future.


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We're back!

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, In : Little Shop News 
What a whirlwind of a weekend!  I (Erin) competed with a customer's Kerry Blue Terrier, Connor, Friday afternoon, and a friend's toy Poodle, Sticks on Saturday.  This was my first time in the A division, the highest level of competition, so I expected to be paying my dues as a rookie.  My goal was for personal improvement in both the classes I entered.  While I did not place either day, I was able to get some constructive criticism on my grooms to improve my chances next time.  After the comp...
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Heading to Hershey and Groom Expo!

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Thursday, September 17, 2009, In : Little Shop News 
We leave tomorrow for the biggest grooming trade show and competition in the country.  Groom Expo is hosted by Barkleigh Productions in Hershey, Pennsylvania.  The weekend holds much learning, shopping, competing, and fun for all attendees.  I (Erin) will be competing with a customer's Kerry Blue Terrier, Connor.  This will be only my second time grooming him as he is maintained mostly by his mom.  Kerry's happen to be one of my favorite breeds to compete with as you can tell by the numerous ...
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July is Rescued Pet Month!

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Saturday, July 11, 2009, In : Little Shop News 
We want to thank all the parents who have taken in a homeless pet either from a shelter or a rescue organization.  Every pet needs love, no matter what their heritage or their past.  Please come in to Little Shop and receive any add on spa service* free of charge to help pamper that precious pet even more!  We are also going to carry this special through to August 15th as well!  And remember, dogs are not our whole lives, but they make our lives whole. 

*with purchase of massaging bath packag...
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Back from Intergroom!

Posted by Erin on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, In : Little Shop News 
Well, I (Erin) went to Intergroom this past weekend to compete in 3 competitions as well as do some shopping and attend some seminars.  I left on Thursday to drive to Somerset, NJ with my Standard Poodle, ZZ, my American Cocker Spaniel, Rip, and a customer's baby, Jake, an Irish Terrier. 

My first competition was Friday morning with Jake in the Handstripped Terrier class.  We did not place because we are still learning Jake's growth cycle and he did not have enough hair to make a significant ...
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APRIL Web Special

Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Thursday, April 2, 2009, In : Little Shop News 
For VIPs and first time customers: receive $5 off the Deshedding Treatment when you mention this web special!  Visit our Salon Services page to learn more about our Deshedding program.  Imagine a house without those pesky tumbleweeds in every corner and a vacuum bag not full after three passes over the carpet!

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Our new site!

Posted by Little Shop Of Howlers on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, In : Little Shop News 
Hello and thank you for visiting our new and improved site!  We are having so much fun creating this informative oasis for you and your pets to enjoy and interact with.  Please visit often as we are continually adding new features and and updating current ones. 

This page will be our newsletter to you with seasonal grooming tips, competition updates, pet news, and local hot spots for you and your pet to visit. 

If you have any comments or suggestions, please feel free to leave them here, emai...
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