Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Sunday, May 12, 2013,
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Miscellaneous
Going for a walk around your 'hood just not cutting it for you and your
pooch anymore? Need something a little more stimulating for you both? Or
just interested in trying something new? There are lots of dog related
activities that can help build a strong relationship between you and
your pet. Many of these activities are offered locally. Here is a rating
of some dog activities that you can look into. We rated them according
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Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Sunday, May 12, 2013,
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Miscellaneous
Well...we at Little Shop have had some computer issues. We are pet groomers, NOT IT specialists, so do forgive our delay in updating the blog. All is not solved as of yet, but we were able to get our paws on a computer and internet in the same location today and therefore will be blogging our brains out. Ok ok, maybe not THAT crazy but we will post some updated info. First of all, Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there...whether your children be 2 legged or 4, they both count! Rememb... Continue reading ...
Well, I had a good time in Atlanta. Didn't place in any of the 3 classes I entered, but I was happy with how the dogs turned out. Great strides were made, I feel. The next show is April at Intergroom in New Jersey. This is a large, international show so placing here is a big victory. If you woukd like to see pictures of the dog's I groomed this weekend, like us on facebook www.facebook.com/LittleShopSalon or follow us on Twitter @LittleShopSalon. While in ATL I lined up some possible speaking... Continue reading ...
Several years ago two adorable Pomeranians walked into Little Shop for a makeover. Their mom, Laurie, mentioned an interest in grooming. I admit at the time I thought there's no way she would cut it as a groomer, she was so immaculately dressed and soft spoken I couldn't picture her covered in dog hair dealing with some of the less savory aspects a day with dogs often entails. When the opportunity arose for her to start working one day a week with us I thought for sure she would decide this... Continue reading ...
Welcome to our Open House Festival!!!! We look forward to being able to let our fur down a little and have some fun with our friends and their pets. There is a lot planned tomorrow, here is our schedule...remember we are dog people so everything is a little flexible. :) 1:00
Rescue Roundup Grooming Competition @ Little Shop of Howlers - local groomers will be giving homeless pets a much needed makeover in the hopes that they will go to their forever homes clean and happy. 1:30
Agility Demo w... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Sunday, May 27, 2012,
With the recent pet food recalls a lot of us are wondering what to feed our pets to keep them safe. Unfortunately there is risk in whatever you choose so nothing will be fool proof, but educating yourself on what you're feeding and where it comes from helps lower that risk. First rule: read the labels!! Pet foods are not regulated like people food. Unfortunately the origins and the quality of the ingredients in the food is not necessary to share with the public. Often times labels will read... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Thursday, November 17, 2011,
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Miscellaneous
Here's several blogs that I often frequent. I know many of the people writing these blogs and they are caring pet professionals with a wealth of knowledge that is apropos to both pet stylists and pet parents. Thought I'd share these treasures with you as I enjoy getting lost for hours in their posts and you may too! Pet First Aid and Care written by Mary Oquendo C.M.P.T.I, C.C.S. Mary is not only a good friend of mine, but also a very active player in advancing pet first aid knowledge aroun... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Thursday, November 10, 2011,
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Miscellaneous
Follow us on Twitter @LittleShopSalon. Let us know when your baby is in and we will tweet a before and after pic of them! There's also a lot of great info as well as pictures and video of our shop kitties, Audrey and Steve. Facebook is a great place to post pictures of your pet after they're done as well as find out about shop news and specials. Continue reading ...
On a beautiful day in August with the sun pouring in our open doors, a customer asked us who's kitten was walking around the reception area. I looked out to see a tiny orange kitten walking right up to the customer's German Shepherd! No fear, tail high in the air as if to say, "Hi, will you take care of me?" It was love at first sight! I knew in an instant this was going to be the shop cat I had been wanting for years. We took her to the vet for an upper respiratory infection. Within 2 ... Continue reading ...
 You're invited to the 4th Annual Cut-a thon at Joiya Day Spa and Hair Design to benefit Hamden Happy Tails Foundation. We will be there offering nail trims and pawdicures. Don't miss out on the excitement! Where: 2349 Whitney Ave, Hamden CT (Corner of Whitney and Dixwell) When: 10am - 2pm See the flyer for an itinerary and more information. Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Friday, September 30, 2011,
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Miscellaneous
- Your hairdresser doesn't wash and clean your rear end and then follow up with a sanitary trim.
- You don't go 6-8 weeks without washing or brushing your hair and rolling in the yard in the meantime.
- Your hairdresser doesn't clean your ears and eyes.
- Your haircut doesn't include a mani/pedi.
- You sit still for your hairdresser.
- Your hairdresser only washes and cuts the hair on your head, not your entire body.
- You don't bite or scratch your hairdresser.
- Your hairdresser doesn't give you a bath.
- Your ha...
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Help support local adoption and rescue groups at Branford's Animal Awareness Day this coming Sunday, October 2 from 12 noon - 5pm. Bring your pet along for fun games, food, vendors, a blessing of the animals, live bands, ugliest dog in CT contest, kissing booth, dog walk, professional photographers and more!! Hundreds of pets and parents will be at this event, so not only is this a great chance to show off your baby, but to socialize them with other friendly people and pets. This helps mak... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Saturday, August 6, 2011,
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Pet Health Tips
I have always been skeptical about products that claim to solve the world's problems in just 30 seconds...that is until I used Plaqclnz! Ok, seriously though, I recently picked up my 8 year old cocker spaniel from a day at the vet's office having his teeth cleaned and quite a few extracted due to advanced periodontal disease. As you can imagine, the entire procedure (which included 2 office visits, bloodwork, pre cancer screening since we were taking blood anyway, a follow u... Continue reading ...
Been busy with so much around the shop lately that the blog has been sorely neglected. Since the last post, I have been to another grooming competition in Rhode Island. I was entered in 4 classes. In the "All Other Purebreds" class I was competing with Pippin, a curly coated Portuguese Water Dog, loaned to me by a good friend and PWD breeder, Jane Harding of Cutwater Portuguese Water Dogs in Essex. With Pippin, I was given an honorable mention. The judge, Julie Ostoski said of the class a... Continue reading ...
I'm back from an exciting weekend at Intergroom in NJ. This particular show happens to be one of my favorite competitions and trade shows. While I did not place with any of my entries this go round, I was able to gain some very good experience and learn some new tricks for next time. The highlight of the weekend had to be the arrival of my new Kerry Blue Terrier puppy. She is 10 weeks old, and quite the firecracker! Her name has not been decided on as of yet, but we are working on it! T... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Wednesday, November 10, 2010,
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Little Shop News
I arrived with my 4 dog entourage Friday morning and got right to work. Jackson and Jake were bathed and then once we were all settled into the hotel room, Jackson and I headed back out to the competition ring.  Jackson is an absolute angel on the table, and how can one resist his face?!?  Although we did not place, we learned how to tweak our groom for the next time. Here is a picture of Jackson all finished.  Friday night they had a wonderful new class, Pomadorable. Several groomers enter... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Saturday, October 16, 2010,
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Miscellaneous
Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter: LittleShopSalon. Check our homepage for a link to our Facebook page. Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Saturday, October 16, 2010,
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Pet Health Tips
In the last several years I have been using spot on flea treatments sparingly and only as needed. I have 7 fur bearing pets so fleas are definitely a concern for me as an infestation would happen quickly. However I began to not be so quick to apply the chemicals when one of my dogs would literally run when he heard the packaging open. I would have to physically remove him from under a bed or table to put the treatment on and then he'd spend the better part of an hour moping around the hous... Continue reading ...
We had a great time at our open house party! Our estimate was about 200 visitors who watched our demos, snacked on hot dogs and donuts, visited with their dogs and others' pets, won prizes, and enjoyed the beautiful day we were given. Thank you all for coming out to support us and find out more about what Little Shop has to offer. We look forward to our fall festival next year with even more great attractions! Continue reading ...
September 26, 2010 we will be having an open house and party to celebrate our new salon. Paws N Effect next door will also be holding some dog friendly events. So far we are planning: BBQ (with vegetarian options as well) Ice cream Grooming demonstrations Private grooming consultations for your pets Nail trims Teeth brushing Agility demos Flyball Lure coursing Healthy diet seminars by local vets Rescue group fundraising Door prizes Special coupons Tours of our salon Self Serve Pet Spa will be open CGC testin... Continue reading ...
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. Continue reading ...
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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Wednesday, November 18, 2009,
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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... Continue reading ...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Saturday, October 24, 2009,
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Pet Health Tips
Prepare your body, mind, and spirit for the upcoming festivities, and don't forget to be prepared to be extra careful of your pets as well. With all the treats laying around, our pets are bound to get a hold of something. Here's some foods that we need to keep out of reach of our hungry pets paws: - Nuts: we know for certain macadamia nuts are one of the most toxic nuts for dogs, followed by walnuts and almonds, especially bitter almonds. When dogs get into these delicious nuts, dogs seem to ...
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Posted by Erin McLaughlin on Saturday, August 22, 2009,
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Pet Health Tips
We all know not to leave our pets in the car when it's warm outside, but I thought I'd add some other pet safety tips for the summertime. Visit MyDogIsCool.com for great tips on how to travel with your pet, info on how hot cars get and how fast and what to do if you find a dog locked in a hot car. If you find a dog locked in a car and can't locate the owners, you can call your local Animal Control Officer for more guidance. Hamden's Animal Control phone number is (203) 230-4080. When travel... Continue reading ...
Posted by Little Shop on Tuesday, April 7, 2009,
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Spa Services
In response to increased interest, we are now offering private appointments to those pets seeking the ultimate Zen experience. Is your pet nervous around other people or pets? Do you want an exclusive styling session with our staff? Come experience the serenity a private appointment can offer. We cater to many pets who are rescued and have questionable pasts. Often these pets are skittish and become withdrawn somewhat when in a new environment. While we keep Little Shop low volume every... Continue reading ...
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