CONSTANTLY MATTED, CRUSTY EYES, DRAMATIC TRANSFORMATION!!

[@TwiceSmittenOnceShy]

It’s a shame that we’ll probably never see Milly’s coat grown and blown out closer to a show dog. She seems to be a pretty well-bred Zuzu as well, but if the coat can’t be maintained, what can you do 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@TheLuvOfDogs]

I want to thank each and every person supporting this channel and constantly pushing it to the max of its ability! As stated in my welcome back video, my goal is to open my own dog rescue. If you’d like to support the building of that rescue or just support the channel in general please feel free to do so below. Thank you in advance for your support! Anything is appreciated 🙏🏾 Venmo: ForTheLuvOfDogs Answer To FAQ’s Anal Glads I clean the anal glands at the owners request. It is important that the dog itself express their anal glands. The anal gland is a muscle in the dog’s rectum and the more you manually do it the more you’re teaching the dog not to use it’s muscle. Honestly groomers really shouldn’t express anal glands. If the anal glands are compacted a vet should be doing it but if your dog is having issues with anal glands you should add fiber to the diet. Music Unfortunately I can’t use the complete shop noise because we play music in the background that I can get copy written for so I have to drown out that music with something or no sounds at all. If I put in background music I can leave a little shop noise in. So, I will always add music unless it is not necessary to do so. “Roughness” During the bath I speed up the time to trim the video shorter in length so, things may seem “rougher” than they actually are because what you’re watching is a bit distorted. Also, when you hear me firm with a dog it is to train them for safety reason so they do not get seriously injured now or in future grooming appointments. Scissors & Matting I didn’t use scissors because they are way more dangerous than clippers. Clippers I can pull away quickly but shears are very sharp so if the dog moves I could’ve cut him/her really bad. Groomers are actually taught never to use shears to cut out a mat because it’s so dangerous. I’ve seen so many instances where people (owners and groomers) have cut dogs bad because they were trying to cut the mat out quick and actually cut the dog. Voiceovers Voiceovers go hand in hand with the music. My viewers like to know what is going on and what tools I am using and why. We also like to discuss topics related to dogs so I will talk about that in my voiceovers. I will always do voiceovers unless it is not necessary to do so. Video Angles I switch up my angles so that the majority gets a view they like. If you’re looking for a head mounted view that is typically Wednesdays or point of view could be Mondays or Fridays. Stationary camera view is either Mondays or Fridays Coddling Dogs/Puppies I don’t coddle dogs during grooming because grooming is a serious matter dealing with sharp tools that can injure a dog greatly. If a dog or puppy is throwing a tantrum I will not stop to hold or comfort the dog because they don’t understand like we do. They consider that rewarding. So, by me “comforting” them during a tantrum or spastic moment, it is actually backfiring and training them that if they act up the groomer will stop and they will get what they want. Which is how dogs end up getting hurt during grooming and hating it. So, play time is for before or after grooming and never during. Assumptions This final one is not a question but more of an assumption some people have. Some people assume, because I didn’t put it in the video, it didn’t happen. Just because you don’t see it doesn’t mean it didn’t happen. As groomers and editors, we cut out a lot of “unnecessary” content so what you are watching is NOT actually how the day went. So, if you have a question of whether or not something happened during the process that is NOT in this pinned comment, please feel free to ASK and NOT ASSUME. Shampoo/Conditioning I do NOT use a lot of shampoo. The bottles that I use are mixing bottles and are predominantly water. I thoroughly wet the coat and scrub them really well which creates the nice lather so they are actually clean when I am finished. Ears Yes I clean and pluck ears but only when necessary. If a dog has clean ears, there is no need. If a dog has matted ears and matted hair in the ear canal, I won’t pluck the ears if I have to shave the ears down to avoid hematomas. Yes I put cotton balls in the ears for certain dogs who are prone to ear infections and I use happy hoodies for senior dogs or noise sensitive dogs. If you ask me something that is in this section, I will respond, refer to the pinned comment. Also, know I have very sarcastic humor and in general a sarcastic person (not in a bad or annoying way lol) so if you comment something sarcastic or smart mouth, I will reply with something sarcastic in return 🤣🤣 Thank you all for the constant love and support and I’ll catch you in the next video 🙏🏾❤️❤️ For The Luv Of Dogs 🐶

[@StickerFairyAK]

Of course we want to see her next groom! Yeah Millie!

[@doraparker4350]

It will be nice to see her after 6 weeks. She looks absolutely adorable! 🥰

[@ritacollins8666]

I am so glad you were able to save some of her tail.

[@k9clipz-doggroomingtips7422]

Great job! It's definitely harder to groom those matted dogs! 🐾🐶

[@Whitewolfen]

What a lovely pure white. She is so calm too. I want that dog :3

[@RealityCheck1956]

I personally am glad you cut down showing the full bath and especially the drying! Thank you for that. Those dryers seem so scary for just about every dog I see it used on. Wish they would invent a less aggressive form of dog dryer. Me, I like mine to air dry outside. They run around after a bath and are dry within minutes especially on sunny days! Milly’s fur looks like soft cotton and I see why it Matt’s do easily. She is very good for you during the process. Great video!!

[@LoisChisholm]

Beautiful transformation, B! I hope the dog dad sticks to the plan with regular visits to you.

[@sharondyott6510]

Yes! I would like to see her six weeks what she looks like. Great groom it must be so difficult to see them all matted after that nice cute cut you did last time. 🤦 Well I think she knew you were helping her feel better. I hope they can manage this style she looks sweet as a cupcake 🧁.❤ Love always from Bucks County Pennsylvania 😊🐕🐾🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾

[@donnita4610able]

Awwww she looks adorable 🥰🥰

[@streamdreamer9319]

Complete transformation!

[@ednaholden1267]

😊you clean this dog up well girl thank u for sharing this with me

[@LindseyTamRen]

She is a good little dog! You always do what's best for the dog and I'm sure your clients appreciate that. ☺

[@kimnavrotsky5278]

Of course we want to see the 6 week follow up. 😊

[@beverlyalexander1192]

U did a beautiful job on Millie, and yes I would love to see what she looks like in 6 weeks the 😊

[@jeanettelong-i6j]

Hope Milie's owners comply and bring her back on a more routine basis, yes, it would be interesting to see if they do and what shape she will be in. Even though she was a mess, she turned out cute. I wish more people took better care of their dogs so you could show everyone your skills/talent. When I groomed, same type cases, and yes, some wanted you (groomer) to fix in a couple of hours what they have not touched in months, nothing changes. Thanks for sharing.

[@susanisrael5154]

Sometimes life circumstances are the reason. Don’t judge- at least they come in when they can.

[@jeanettelong-i6j]

@@susanisrael5154 I groomed dogs professionally for 30 years---think that qualifies me to judge if I want...I heard every excuse you can imagine from owners for why their dogs were in terrible shape. Some people take great care of their dogs, others not so much.

[@naturalhairkhronicles5790]

You did an amazing job. I love tye doggie assessories she looks pretty.

[@gretafildes8931]

That dog is lovely

[@AndrieVanDeVenter]

Beautiful job.. greetings from Cape Town, South Africa ❤❤❤❤

[@TheLuvOfDogs]

Thank you and greetings!! 🙏🏾

[@debbieanstey5561]

Yes! I would love to see her 6 week appointment ❤

[@MsTisme22]

Wow, yeah that is a big difference lol!

[@susanoswald325]

It seems like the clipper is struggling tremendously through that matted fur. Glad you switched to a 10 blade.

[@gladyscollazo5356]

Beautiful work, is she a sh-tzu what was her name?

[@priscillagriffith2904]

Goodafternoon, I have a 9 month Terry she had surgery 4 weeks ago. It is to me she is very hairy.She had her 2nd puppy cut. and I want to have her 3rd can she ?

[@dwana3292]

❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@lizholmes2730]

It is so sad to see her back and in a bit of a mess. She has a lovely white coat so fluffy. You have to think of Millie's welfare and if her owners can't cope with brushing her or finance isn't available for regular grooms you have to make the decision re her grooming style. She looks fabulous. I am hoping you are OK as you sound tired and not your usual bubbly self. You need time out to care for you, so be gentle with yourself x

[@debrawalker1188]

I Would like to see what she looks like after all her six weeks grooming

[@gretafildes8931]

Its a shame that your work place font have the new shower shampooing systems which goes through the hand shower it would make shampooing the dogs faster and easier for you

[@gretafildes8931]

Poor dogs have to be grooming so often

[@leslieadkins6276]

Do you own the business?