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[@sue2611]

Years ago, I had a Samoyed. When I watched TV in the evenings, I would sit on the floor with him and comb (yes, comb) his fur. He loved it, and because I did it several evenings a week, he never had mats. He would lay there and soak up the attention. When I finished one side, I would roll him over for the other side. He was absolutely beautiful and one of the happiest boys I've ever had.

[@MsKibznBitz]

What a great way to bond and groom. Thanks for the tip.😊

[@panicplay1576]

Tried to do the same with my cavalier, but on his blanket on the sofa. Hoped doing a little brushing every day in a chill, cozy setting would make him like it. As soon as the brush comes out he looks like he's about to be beaten, so didn't quite work out 😅

[@Chu_Nyanning]

@@panicplay1576hahahahaha

[@debbiefox6846]

💕 Sweet story.

[@unicornsparkles1254]

This is actually great for you and your dog. Brushing therapy can be very soothing for humans!

[@treeflamingo]

I really feel like Vanessa’s quiet shop and calm-but-in-charge presence must make a huge difference for a lot of these dogs that get turned away by other groomers.

[@rustyhowe3907]

Her whole demeanor as well helps, she's not in a rush (as least doesn't seem so) and is more than willing to go slower at the animal's pace rather than rush them through.

[@hanksballoons]

Not all groomers can do just one dog at a time or spend so much time, luckily for Loki she was able to get him into her nice, quiet shop.

[@freechilli8755]

This has always peaked my curiousity. I've never used one so I don't know what it's like, but the groomers near me sounds terrifying from outside. It is just an endless cacophony of barking from numerous dogs. I'm surprised any dog can stay calm and quiet in there.

[@selah1292]

I think they can also sense the love she has for them.

[@hazardmuffin]

As a groomer who works in a quiet shop and does only one dog at a time, I 100% agree. I wish busier groomers wouldn't resort to suggestions like "shave or sedate" when a simple "I'm not the groomer for you/a quieter environment would be better for him" would be so much more helpful.

[@milo_bruh]

you can tell he rlly doesn’t like getting his paws shaved, but he trusts her enough to let her do it, its so cute 🥺

[@dee_dee_place]

I was thinking that his paws were probably sensitive with all that hair & long nails to boot. Imagine having to walk around like that daily? Man, my feet would definitely be tired & sensitive too.

[@joanacostamargarido]

True 🥺

[@Vee--Bee]

The noises i heard were the same as my husky makes when he's grumbling about something he dislikes. He's letting you know he doesn't like it, but it's not really like a biting growl. Such a sweet boy!!🐺❤

[@jenniferh7020]

Absolutely! Huskies simply are very chatty dogs, aren't they? At first I also thought my own Husky was growling, but those are so gentle that he's basically just "talking" to you. Believe me, you would have known with absolutely no doubt if he was snapping it you! If he was giving you a real warning you would have jumped 5 feet away from the fright it gives you!

[@zippermama3666]

Those were grumbles and moans, similar to the reaction you might expect from a teenager when you tell them to clean their room “ughhhhh 🙄”

[@ericfleetwood6744]

Exactly. I knew Loki was just saying "I hate this" like a cranky kid. He wasn't being threatening at all.

[@RepentfollowJesus]

My husky does it too

[@OrcaAnimus2292]

That's what I thought. He wasn't growling.

[@annew8365]

He’s the biggest floof I’ve ever seen! 😊Every time Vanessa says, “woolly malamute”, my brain hears, “woolly mammoth.” 😅

[@JaniceWithTheTarlovCyst]

I just said the same thing 😂 I didn't see your comment otherwise I wouldn't have said it too. Great minds think alike 😉

[@andrewkennedy9704]

I thought the same thing. Imho thats why she said it that way

[@mrscatlady912]

The unknown relative of the woolley mammoth

[@honeyartstudios]

Lol saaaame!

[@debbieschultz9768]

That’s what I heard!! 😂😂

[@thefandomchild777]

His little tongue poking out and the happy hoodie squishing his face makes him look so adorable and sleepy

[@PhyllisGlassup2TheBrim]

He probably *is* sleepy which is why I prefer mine to lay down so I finish one side at a time for their comfort. For the very old and arthritic ones, they appreciate it and only have to stand for a few minutes right at the end of the session.

[@amber76OH]

The cutest!

[@kikiteal9529]

Jea, his whole face is just: mam I don’t approve this procedure 😄

[@xoaischilling]

was looking for this comment lol its so true!!

[@cutelittlemoose]

Reminded me of my Korean aunt to a point where I almost took a screenshot to show her with a name tag on it… but don’t want the wrong kind of groaning from her even though she would love the dog (so long as she didn’t have to manage the coat lol).

[@sarahwatson3192]

It’s the little tongue bleps for me. That peaceful little face. While you were blowdrying his neck he was just the happiest of boys, his face was just like “aww yeah that’s the spot, riiiight there.”

[@VerbWithMe]

Lol my Italian greyhound loves to get his butt blow dried after showers. Even when HE hasn't showered, he'll come find anyone he hears using the hair dryer and aim his butt at them😂

[@S.Carpenter]

Wow. This big guy needed neither sedation nor a shave and is SO beautiful and patient! People who do this work are saints.

[@linak7155]

Yes! They truly earn their sheckles! I love watching but can't imagine doing the work!

[@lukepollard4614]

Way to go Loki! Breaking down the malamute behavior stereotypes one groom at a time. Such a well behaved good boy!

[@stitchfinger7678]

I know, especially for how much work this was he was shockingly well behaved, regardless of breed. Hope he got lots of praise when he got home :D

[@magicalfluffybunny]

I have a non-wooly malamute and THEY are hard to maintain. I can't imagine

[@luciaconn6788]

mutual admiration

[@namantherockstar]

Tommy inspires me.. My parents said if i get 50K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally Begging.

[@noeraldinkabam]

Bestes boi.

[@macmuchmore1]

As a mobile groomer, I cannot emphasize how wonderful of a pup Loki is. He was a fantastically behaved boy and I am a little shocked other groomers would insist on sedation or shaving. Great job!!!!

[@MaryWehmeier]

Some people just do not understand this breed of dog. He’s a wonderful malamute.

[@susandietsch6281]

I am not expert (social scientist, not dog groomer, just dog lover) but my impression is that some groomers have issues with certain breeds, and they tend to displace their own anxiety onto the animal. Of course the animals sense your anxiety, and things can escalate. Any parent understands this process; it’s similar to how toddlers respond. They are SCARED. It is normal for them to respond aggressively when scared. The groomer must be the adult and try to soothe them. Apparently, many can’t be bothered as it is just a production line to them. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@sharryjones5200]

What a beautiful animal!

[@jerseypooh4664]

So well behaved and another cute, fluffy dog.

[@mimisezlol]

I assumed the sedation was because of how painful it would be for him. That, or they were just afraid of what a big dog he is. He's a massive, majestic, beautiful beast, but like a big beastly boy can do a lotta damage if they're in pain right?

[@lbarmstrong1]

This makes me feel better. I "groom" my two huskies, and am happy to see I'm not the only one who just stands there trying to get them wet for an hour. I've had so many groomers who just kept raising their prices (I know they didn't want the job) so I finally invested in some good shears and am doing it myself. SO UGLY the first couple times, but I love learning from your videos. I'm strangely addicted to this channel since seeing my first one last night. REALLY need to get my day started, but love watching!

[@laultimarebanada]

Has a neighbor ever got on your door asking if you murder dogs for a living? xD

[@BowieTheOctoBear]

😂😂😂😂​@@laultimarebanada

[@lbarmstrong1]

My children talk about the day that I mutilated our Lucy and she was so embarrassed she literally hid her head in the couch pillows. We've come a long way, and here I am rewatching many of Vanessa's videos! I've been inspired and can even do paw pads, nail clips and have ordered the Chris Christenson brush and shampoo!@@laultimarebanada

[@rodo3287]

I am also addicted to this channel. Its hypnotizing.

[@JamiePackmule1]

Same with my Pomeranian. I was being charged more and more and sometimes straight up ignored by my groomer (she would book 2 months in advance which is not often enough at all) Took me a year but I finally feel like I’m good at grooming her!! Such a money saver too❤️ and I get to pick my own shampoo lol, which smells so nice

[@franhunne8929]

For a dog who does not like being brushed and does not like his legs touched - he did REALLY well. A very good boy!

[@dharmagirl5889]

Once she starts brushing, you can see he's totally like "I AM a good boy, but why are we still doing this. Can we be done?" Such a sweetheart.

[@OnceUponaTimeline]

Yeah that 'growling' was really a kinda grumble groan talk that's like a modified yodel howl that malamutes and huskies do sometimes. The sound emits from higher in the throat with less vibration and you will see the dog is relaxed and the body language is not threatening. It's used for complaining and talking and even throwing a tantrum but is not meant aggressively. At first it can sound similar but she rightly observed the dog's body language and demeanor was friendly the whole time.

[@JohanneGorgeousJoanne]

Because a lot of hair is not being reached with the blower

[@educationalbrowsing8913]

Exactly! He doesn't realise how cute his feet look after they've been de-grinched.

[@AnnArmstrong-gr7ng]

Wow after all that washing the undercoat isn't even wet!? No wonder there Alaska dogs!

[@ttyngordon]

You could see that he was really trying to behave and trying not to create such a fuss he was holding himself back the little tappy taps of his paws he was definitely anxious and he just was like "OK I'm gonna trust you I'm gonna trust you" and it worked out wonderfully

[@echouv661]

It was so sweet 🥺 his lil tappy taps were so sweet, he was trying so hard to be a good boy

[@FrancieC-vw2mb]

Such a beautiful and sweet dog

[@teresaweathers6389]

It didn't sound like he was growling. It sounded more like he was talking to you. My dog (Foxi is part husky/part german shepherd). When I play with her she sounds a lot like he did. You are really great with the dogs. You talk to them, which not all groomers do. But when you talk to them, it soothes them. And they react to that. I love watching your videos.

[@annoyingkid48]

Agreed! I feel like working with animals is a lot like working with little kids, both critters that can’t communicate verbally very well. But even if they don’t understand the words you’re saying, just hearing you talk in a calm, confident and collected voice puts them at ease. They know you ain’t mad at them, so they know there isn’t any danger of being hurt :) …they still complain though lol

[@kamvt1972]

Agree…just vocalizing and letting you know when to change brush location😊

[@melaniesymanski]

I’m not even a dog owner and I’m obsessed with your channel. You’re so calming, informative and patient. Great job!!! ✨✨✨🫶

[@kasie680]

You need to get yourself a pup, you’ll love every single thing 😊

[@melaniesymanski]

@@kasie680 thats a big commitment for one person haha. I have a narcissistic cat that only uses me for food. 😂

[@kasie680]

@@melaniesymanski a narcissistic cat! 😂😂😂😂, gold! 🤭

[@Poolshark26DUFE]

not everyone can "get a pup"@@kasie680 it really depends on finances, personal health, & one's lifestyle based on the previous two factors.

[@Impositivelygay]

nah i love my kitties far more and mine arent narcisisstic​@@kasie680

[@mimsredjelly]

Vanessa is an actual angel. I only remember one dog on the channel who actually lived up to their ungroomable reputation, and she solved it by bringing the owner in to help instead of just writing the dog off. Just goes to show what an excellent rapport she has with the dogs she grooms

[@lynnm6413]

With a Maramenna LSD Mix it was no wonder they said ‚ungroomable‘…heck, why would you even take them in the first place?1

[@colleens.279]

​​@@lynnm6413Her motto is "every dog (and cat) gets a chance, regardless of breed" at her salon. Which may be a large reason why we see a lot of LGDs in her shop. Many groomers turn them away.

[@knoten3759]

which video was that? im very interested

[@blackicek1lls]

​@@knoten3759 it's the video This Is The Most Aggressive Dog I've Ever Touched 😳. It's on this channel, not the main one. I think the reason was that dog was so aggressive was because he was originally a stray and uh... yeah

[@knoten3759]

@@blackicek1lls cool thanks i will check it out!!!!

[@HandbagDiva]

I don’t think people realize how much protection a double coat provides dogs who have them.

[@ettinakitten5047]

My Labrador has been known to swim in the river after a stick and come out with her skin still dry.

[@RezaQin]

Hot in the winter, cool in the summer. Double coats are amazing.

[@SpookyNugs]

At this point with the internet at their hands is it not knowing or just choose ignorance you know?

[@RunninUpThatHillh]

It's laziness. Pets are just a status item for many.

[@ChaoticYak1]

@@SpookyNugs In order to search for something, you have to know that it's necessary to do so. I grew up with pet dogs, but I didn't know what matting is and there's a lot of terminology that I'd never heard of before watching this channel. Not everyone lives their lives online.

[@s7r49]

My cat growls all kinds of anger at me when I bathe, dry, and brush her... the second I let her wiggle away she walks about 10 feet then comes right back and sits on my lap. xD She doesn't mind being there, it's just gotta be on her terms lol

[@restezlameme]

OMG that's adorable

[@annoyingkid48]

Literally same with my cat, if I try to put him on my lap he’ll leave but immediately come on over as soon as I sit down lol

[@blah914]

cats don't typically need bathing tho.....

[@s7r49]

​@blah914 she's an ultra long hair (much longer than average) ragdoll. She needs her hair thinned with a cutting comb and conditioner regularly or her hair ends up in Knotts. Daily combing with a regular comb is not enough. She needs sanitary clips in the back too with sheers and I'm not into doing the before she has a bath lol

[@andreamiles9325]

​@@blah914one of ours did, he'd broken his hips and was confined to crate, had he stank but he loved his baths. Mad cat t

[@christinabrown2533]

He looked so good when he was done. As a malamute, I was waiting for him to start singing the songs of his people, the way that huskies do. Trying to do him feet was cute- decided he wanted to be a tap dancer instead ❤❤❤

[@90hjorth]

Malamutes are a type of husky....

[@FlailTV]

Who knew malamutes could type?

[@ptaylor7782]

@@90hjorthyou didn’t need to correct them, their sentence doesn’t argue that

[@fiberpoet6250]

I worked at a shop that automatically wanted sedation for some breeds and I think that’s the case with Loki. Malamutes can be a intimidating to some and just get a bad rap. Loki is a perfect Angel and a breed ambassador imo

[@mikaylastrong7622]

I came to say that. A family member is a pet groomer, and I hear the private thoughts sometimes. She doesn't want her own business, so she's at a shop. She's not taking any job that seems dangerous, which I agree with, but she's also refused to take most big breeds for awhile, sight unseen. She says if she misjudges with little dogs, she get a band-aid, but with big dogs, stitches. I get it, but I'm grateful for vets and sitters who care for my big dogs.

[@ZombieQueeen]

Oooh that makes sense, especially with multiple employee VS a singular self employed groomer taking in the risk

[@donnaking102]

I really miss our malamute Rocky was a gentle giant. The only thing I don't miss is the hair. I was his only one to groom him. He loved the dryer. When I dried my hair, he wanted me dry him😂

[@cutiebunbunbow]

What the heck does sedation mean

[@gfgbfn]

​@@cutiebunbunbowusing drugs of some sort to put them to sleep so you can work on them much easier and safer.

[@negry_]

boy is the wolfiest wolf I have ever seen

[@namantherockstar]

Tommy inspires me.. My parents said if i get 50K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally Begging..

[@RotheAlien]

Not really if you know what a wolf actually looks like lmao but he is very floofy

[@Milk-ck1wv]

Nah he just looks like a typical husky

[@nicolethijs5428]

What a lovely boy!

[@cathiefieser7296]

Nope! That's 100% Mal.

[@shearodan2150]

He's so gorgeous but grooming definitely helped lol! He just looked like he felt better and lighter. And he did do so good! Even when you could tell he was really anxious, he trusted you and you weren't pushy with him, you let him understand that you were in charge but he was safe. That makes all the difference. He's so beautiful and so sweet!

[@cynthiadavis474]

I used to have 2 huskies. I am 70 years old now and can’t imagine doing what you do now! The brushing alone was a nightmare and my yard looked like we had been snowed on. Love your videos!

[@missdire]

I love watching the feet transform from fluffy floofs to tidy toes. His growls were definitely just little protests. He was such a sweetheart!!

[@qwenabellwynfell9778]

Honestly I don’t even think it’s fair to call those growls, it’s more like grunts and groans. My dog makes those noises when I tease him during playtime. Usually he follows it up with a yawn to signal play, but still. Grumpy baby is all that is❤

[@allimJ]

@@qwenabellwynfell9778 I wanted to say that. my big dog made those, too. And it was more like communicating discomfort or pain. It's just big dogs voices are already quiet deep. Totally agree with you!

[@jacquelynannehoward]

​@@qwenabellwynfell9778just typical dog noises

[@AntiSheeplePeople]

Yeah, he's just talking. My boy Husky did that - we call them his old man groans.

[@lizardbeth68]

Grinch feet.

[@purple_pecan]

I work as a CNA (Certified Nursing Aide) and videos like this are so interesting to me. Any time you have an animal who comes to you with a negative reputation but they behave very well with you makes me think of the residents I care for who have a reputation with coworkers as being difficult or even verbally aggressive, but are only ever "rude" or even plain nice with me. It doesn't mean the other people deserve the bad behaviors (although some of course do), but sometimes it really just takes a little extra kindness, patience, and compassion to take the edge off. I don't know if that made sense haha, but I think about it every time you post a video like this.

[@persephonehades7547]

I had the same exact thought. There are other groomers on this platform (won't name who) that would've just skipped straight to shaving Loki rather than be kind and patient, and you can really tell how their attitude affects the pets they groom. Here, you can tell that the groomer puts so much effort into caring for their comfort, provide positive reinforcement, etc that it turns all of the "problem" pets into pets that can be groomed. Loki was obviously on the much more well behaved side, but I can't think of a single case on this channel where a "problem" pet actually lived up to their reputation wholly. Maybe Mayonaisse.

[@TYANTOWERS]

@@persephonehades7547 There was one bitey dog, remember? She finally taught the owner to groom the dog and said he wouldn't be taking the dog back.

[@bubzzydraws]

@@TYANTOWERS ahhh I remember that doggo wasn’t he a rescue 🤔 but yeah that one sadly only seems to trust it’s owner which means there might have been some experience in the past and his owner has shown they are trustworthy 😊 even so might save on the grooming bill minus the expenses to get the proper tools of course 😅

[@TYANTOWERS]

@@bubzzydraws yeah that is the one I meant. Hopefully they (owner and dog) figured it out.

[@katymcdonald5481]

This is very true, I don’t work in nursing but I look after sales portfolios and whenever I take handovers from other staff and they tell me how awful and difficult a customer is I almost never get that in my interactions. It really is about individual approach.

[@dp8454]

Our boy Kodi is about 220lbs and our girl Aurora is 120. It takes three of us and a kiddie pool to bathe them. I like how you trim around their paws. I got a lot of good information from your video. I have never ever been more in love with any other breed. Ours are older and stay inside a lot. They never wear collars or require leashes. They are our children, not pets. I would never leave either alone with a non family member or be groomed by a stranger because I’m a total kook about them. I love that people care enough to get help from someone like you when they can’t do it themselves. This is a very cool thing you do.

[@sandrafaith]

Thirty seconds in and I am in love with how beautiful this dog is Edit: and now that I'm nearly done with the video, I am in love with his personality! For a dog called Loki, he was the opposite of trickster! One of the things I like best about these grooming sessions is getting a sense of scale on how big these dogs are. Like... his head is bigger than hers, I swear!

[@MsDesignDiva]

I'm about 11 minutes into the video and holy crap, how anyone thought Sedating him or Shaving him down fully were the only options I will never know! this is the most chill dog ever, all it took was someone who understands the breed and has enough time to work with him effectively

[@CrisOnTheInternet]

Crazy, right? Like the dog didn't complain at all.

[@elizlee1]

Indeed! When she said what other groomers recommend I chuckled to myself and thought, not for our girl, just wait and see her magic touch and learn! 🤭

[@MonkeyJedi99]

I've seen many pets whose owners hold the "he/she HATES being brushed" only to find the problem wis the wrong kind of brush or comb. I have five different brushes and combs for cats because different cats I've had over the years hated different tools, but were fine with one of the others.

[@tegueggu]

He was likely in areas he didn’t feel comfortable. A lot of dogs do better in one on one environments rather than a setting with multiple dogs.

[@prcervi]

might be dog reactive, or picky about the type of grooming tools all dogs have grooming quirks, whatever loki's are they weren't being a big deal in this salon setup

[@stephparris85]

His little tap dances while you trimmed his beans 🥺 He's mouthy like my husky, but he's just grumblin. Thank you for letting him voice his opinion without immediately muzzeling him!

[@skzion2]

Malamutes can be so friendly and loving.

[@arlenesee392]

I totally agree 😊 My husky was such a talker but a sweet natured soul. He could even say "I love you" clear enough that you knew what it was. I miss him.

[@lucianozo]

Is that normal for the breed to tap dance or was that just his thing (it was so cute)

[@stephparris85]

@lucianozo I think he was just being silly 🥰 They don't like their feet touched anyway, he was just protesting politely.

[@pattiray8542]

What a good and beautiful boy! I love his coloring ❤

[@countrysister700]

For me this is like a full highlight, shampoo, cut, blow dry, nails and pedi all in one sitting. This baby was sooo patient! Wonder if more care at home and separate appointments for feet, brushing, etc would make this more manageable so this sweetiie doesn't spend all these hours in a single session.

[@laideehart2070]

I think now that they know he likes her and she isn't afraid of grooming him, routine maintenance for coat and nails will be way easier. Still going to take about 2.5hrs but way easier on both of them. 😂

[@John-Andersen]

26:38 I love how he looked at his left front paw, then looked directly in your eyes as if to say "Are you sure this is really necessary?"

[@Ace_Greymoore]

I love the little growls that are basically just him going "no stop :("

[@dee_dee_place]

It sounded more like "Are we done yet" to me.

[@jessreuter8114]

Yeah I heard a definite are we seriously still going? Lol 😂❤

[@chyrlwillis9422]

He is so good! No screaming, no trying to get rid of the happy hood. Very tolerant boy. Lovely dog.

[@funchik93]

They truly don't. My girl has never been shaved nor will she ever be. She's a Cana'ani mix, their coat has protected their skin for at least 3000 years, why would I want to intervene? Evolution did a great job with them!

[@capngloval]

Reminds me of our Newfoundland as a kid. Every spring we would brush her a couple times a day, and large amounts of black fur came out, and it didn't look like she lost any fur. Good old Misty Bear.

[@kellykiley]

What a pair of characters both the dog and Vanessa... "Don't growl that's just rude." Vanessa is a dog whisperer these dogs relate to the voice and the calming touch. My big Aussie/ collie /Bernese Mt dogs the one had hair like Mokies I used a round curry comb that's for horses and it worked well on the hair and undercoat and was easy on the belly. I loved those 2 huge rescue dogs I had 16 and 14 yrs with both of them.

[@StarShopping69]

He was better behaved than most humans would be if they had to stand for 3+ hours straight 😂 Absolutely adorable doggo🥺

[@jillhumphrys8073]

Well, remember this 3 hour groom has been reduced to 32 minutes. So im sure they get to rest here and there.

[@MaeDOwl]

I'm a human and I can attest

[@dovie2blue]

I'd be a complete beast and throw a fit

[@muriel8922]

What is the cost of this grooming?

[@partyponyz1239]

I would not be well behaved for sure!

[@karachristen6484]

23:23 definitely true! My boy Loki once got some big cuts on his legs that needed stitches. The nurses called me back to help because he was FREAKING OUT. Which is odd cuz he’s normally the most chill dog ever. I immediately realized that all the fuss is because he wanted the muzzle off. I asked the nurse if I could take the muzzle off and just hold his head, and she reluctantly agreed. He immediately calmed down and let the nurse stitch his paws with no fuss beyond a bit of whining.

[@kaylaodea3566]

As a dog groomer myself I refuse to put muzzles on dogs unless I genuinely believe the dog is going to give me a puncture wound or bite my face because if you think about what putting a muzzle on dog would be like from a human perspective the best example I can give is imagine you went to go see the hairdresser and they pulled on your hair in a way that hurt just a little bit to much for your liking and you told them to knock it off (the dog equivalent being a growl or a light snap towards your hand or the object in your hand), and then immediately after that the hairdresser stopped what they were doing and suddenly grabbed some duck tape and wrapped it around your mouth before going back to what they were doing. You would start stressing and freaking the hell out as well! If I am uncertain of how a dog is going to react or they do bite a little bit to hard for comfort I will where protective gloves and continue the groom. And with the dog biting the gloves I don’t get hurt and the dog (if they aren’t just extremely stubborn or terrified) eventually realises biting isn’t making me go away or stop what I’m doing and will at some point give up and the second they do I give them a break and a lot of extra love to let them know that when they stop biting good things happen like getting off the table quicker which is usually what the dog wants more then anything when their behaving in that manner.

[@melissabeaumont865]

I think muzzles should be a crime to put on dogs! I hate them! Good for you!

[@ChiliCat..]

Loki has such a wonderful temperament. He’s obviously well loved

[@mlogan2k2]

What an exceptionally well behaved furricane!

[@bustavonnutz]

Malamute dramatic groan being confused for growling was the funniest part of the whole video, great stuff

[@sophiar2246]

Right! I’m not a professional but to my ears it reminded me of my own dog. She’s not a malamute, but she is a dramatic, grumpy old lady who loves to speak her mind 😂

[@FacheChanteDeux]

Lol!! Yes! I had a Husky, they obviously speak the same language:). They are big conversationalists, including a good harmless bitch and moan😂😂. Loki is so patient and so beautiful, his coat is magnificent. What a sweet fur angel.

[@MariaThePotterNut]

I was gonna say it sounded more instinct than actual warning, and a lot like my cat when she gets her nails trimmed 😂

[@invertedgoddex]

Heh heh, the dog grumbles definitely reminded me of my own pup!

[@Lee.mitchel]

Isn’t this the “insta famous “ dog?? Loki the wolf dog?? If it is, nice to know the owner is putting money he made off Loki back into him haha

[@deanmartin1071]

A constant calm dialog is reassuring. Silence doesn't give them any clues to what's happening. Just telling him or the camera what's happening allows him to sense your intentions through the inflection of your voice. You are excellant in every way!

[@amandasnider2644]

If I were a groomer I'd be constantly babbling with the doggos because I'm like that even just petting my dog. Feels funny to just pet her in silence as she's looking at me.

[@alexsilva-vn7jc]

Absolutely, but on the flip side of that, you have to be honest with yourself. If you´re feeling nervous or fearful, dogs will pick up on that in your voice. Vanessa is perfect in that respect, though.

[@sharonmiller6436]

He understood the warning she gave him about putting the muzzle on him - the reaction was priceless.

[@MCA2A]

Lady, you're more than a groomer, you're an artist!! Impressive work in every video I've watched up to this point.

[@maryfitzgerald8229]

Mats twist the skin, so it must be painful. I grew the hair for my standard poodle, which means washing, combing, brushing, and wrapping the hair. He had a great handler and earned his Championship title in just four months. Being the great-grandson of Westminster Best in Show helped him finish soon, too. Loved him.

[@Buzzby4020]

A dog that big and that well-behaved has, no doubt, been well trained not to jump up on people. When he got the "Up!" command, he thought about it for a second and got up on the scale. Brilliant! Loki is the calmest and most cooperative Malamutes I've ever seen

[@JB-3794]

Or he might just be hot and tired

[@snoopybluejeans]

My thought exactly. He was taught not to jump on people. He's beautiful.

[@jeanninestacy8969]

I have found large dogs to be much sweeter than the smaller ones.. sweetest dog I ever had was a pitboxer. My German shepherd was the smartest and most gentle. The Yorkie I had to give up. The Maltese was smart and sweet. We now have a small one. She is a definite diva and attacks the larger one of he so much as tilts his head when he looks in her direction.

[@deborahchasteen3206]

The hoodie! I've learned so much about how to bathe and dry my own dog.

[@barbarabentley5345]

Your patience, letting Loki take breaks, and not being in a hurry made it better for him and YOU! Wise animal care.

[@atspeed5077]

@@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist8wtf does this have to do with dog grooming? FU with your make believe mythology.

[@pamipon822]

​@@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist8quiet

[@ninakeating7835]

I love seeing the dogs being pampered so well. It's spirit lifting. The lady does an awesome job when working with the dogs.

[@vbinion0208]

The tongue sticking out cracks me up. He's so huggable 🥰 He is absolutely precious ❤

[@alisonjem]

What a well-behaved fluff nugget. He was literally so well behaved, it's amazing how a groomer with the right animal behavior knowledge can get the job done with no problem with fairness to the dog during the whole process. Amazing work as always, love your channel!

[@eveking6289]

​@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist8shh

[@somethingelse7019]

@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist8boo 👎

[@JulieWallis1963]

​@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist8ODFOD.

[@Akisa37]

His fur color and his eyes are so pretty and he definetely looks like a kind and patient dog ! So glad he didn't have to be sedate or shaved. Great work sparing him that !

[@dollsunitedcovenofkingssec6558]

why wouldn't you sedate them. how would you like to have extreme anxiety for 4 hours straight while some stranger pokes and prods at you

[@pipenbybagel1188]

@@dollsunitedcovenofkingssec6558 if it's a frequent thing, I'm pretty sure it can become dangerous to their health, if you sedate them. She actually explained it in one of her videos.

[@texasgirl6000]

​@dollsunitedcovenofkingssec6558 , apparently you didn't watch the entirety of the video. She gave the a much needed 15 minute break. Sedation wasn't needed and would be worse on the dog. Smh

[@dio_hoestar_4204]

@@dollsunitedcovenofkingssec6558 sedation has its dangers. Something could go wrong and end up hurting the dog and the coming out of it isn't great either. For any being, there's a limit amount of times in a certain span of time where you can be sedated. Sedation is still a form of drug use. Sure it is under medical attention, but it is still using drugs to knock you out. It should ALWAYS be a last resort thing. Dogs anxiety is usually due to something that can be resolved and changed, if the owners put in the work and if the groomer is willing to acomodate the pup. That sounds like a better option than just knocking out the dog everytime he needs to be bathed and brushed.

[@kitkatwomp]

@@dollsunitedcovenofkingssec6558sedation should always be the last option. This lady helped this boy feel like a pup again. Matting hurts and getting a bath feels amazing

[@Gdub33]

I've never seen such a chill animal while being vacuumed before.

[@Patrick-857]

This lady is very good at what she does. I'm consistently amazed at how the animals respond to her.

[@harribo7065]

What a magnificent animal! You could tell when he was "growling" it wasn't really a growl, it was more of a grumble, if he had words in sure he'd be saying something like "urgh I don't like it" or "not this again" there was no threat in it at all. He's a big friendly giant and I want 1 just like him 😍😍😍

[@dezsii91]

Like a grumpy old man lol

[@mariacanto1871]

He is one beautiful dog, I think I want one too!😁

[@ericaelliott1178]

That’s exactly how my Eskimo is. She back talks all the time, even if I move my feet to “her” space on the bed, but she’s just a complainer and lets me know how she’s feeling 24/7. 😂

[@shairychristian3666]

He is beautiful so sweet ❤❤

[@just_golds]

​@ericaelliott1178 Tell me about it.mine will howl the house down for at least hour my neighbours have told me if I had to leave him on his own for any reason,So he tends to come everywhere with me.Unless I can have someone babysit him.🤦‍♂️

[@Ally-Oop]

I’m always amazed at how nice the paws look after grooming. Even though she said they’re not as nice as she’d like they’re miles better than the forest he originally had 😂

[@yesitsdenise7525]

LOL!! he hadfurry bear paws for sure lol

[@noneofbizorjuliejt6466]

I so agree!

[@RamenNoodle1985]

grinch feet. She tidied up his grinch feet 😂

[@rexrad9735]

The paw-pedi is my favorite part.

[@Ally-Oop]

@@RamenNoodle1985 Haw! You got it, 100% those were real life grinch feet!

[@nannyofmany8315]

Vanessa’s calm confidence inspires the dogs to do their best not to play up I swear.

[@cherylhurst7093]

I love the way Loki leaned into the blow dryer and closed his eyes with the happy hoodie on. So cute. He is such a fluffy man.

[@Sally4th_]

Those little growls sounded more like complaints than threats to me, like "Are we there yet?" type noises. Such a good and sweet boy :)

[@AllTheHappySquirrels]

I thought the same thing. It's like he's saying, "Must you? Really?"

[@blackgold2521]

@@AllTheHappySquirrels Yeah, he was constantly stomping that ONE front paw. Not the others.

[@ckosturik]

The tongue tip stocking out during the entire blow dry is freakin adorable! Reminds me of my friends pug, Samantha!

[@GoldenPeaches]

I share a name with a pug and I'm 100% perfectly fine with this. 😂

[@ckosturik]

@@GoldenPeaches If you knew the pug, you wouldn't just be fine with it, you'd be flat out honored to share a name with her 😂

[@GoldenPeaches]

@@ckosturik I mean, she's a pug, so the baseline is being honored. 😂

[@ckosturik]

@@GoldenPeaches This wasn't just a normal pug...She was a super special one. She was the runt of her litter and found by my friend in a mall "pet store". He normally would only get dogs from shelters, but she was in this store in a cage alone eating her own poop. He bought her considering it a rescue.

[@GoldenPeaches]

@@ckosturik Oh my god! She's a little fighter. I'm so glad he was able to help her and, well, I won't say what I'd like to see happen to the people neglecting the animals in their 'shop', but I will say that they're utter bastards and are subhuman scum.

[@PinkUnicorn17]

Who’d ever think of sedating such a good boy for grooming! I’m amazed at how well behaved he is for his lengthy grooming. Loki’s adorable!❤

[@alyssa373]

Loki reminds me of my sweet boy, Benjen. He too is a woolly malamute. We also have a non-woolly. I can say you def have to find the right groomer! And having a high velocity dryer at home helps keep their fur in check between grooms. That and brushing several times a week. Brushing often prevents matting and keeps the excess fur from entering your home. That being said….get ready for a ton of fur about twice a year when they blow their coats naturally. Brushing during that time is daily!

[@madelineharrop6263]

I love how at 19:44 he growls and you jumped and he looked like "oh crap sorry my bad didn't mean to scare you" 🤣

[@iashi4289]

that growl tho 💀

[@umbramortis8753]

He’s like “sorry that just slipped out” 😂

[@lisawheeler6488]

My Shepard lets out those growls too. I think he is telling me to get this over with. He used to scream when I bathed him, the small growls are much better.

[@christinas1205]

My lab talks and it sounds like a growl so it freaks people out. She’s always been that way. For some reason she doesn’t bark normally 🤣

[@sharonmiller6436]

I'm not sure they are growls at all. Maybe an ouch, or come-on how much more or be careful . . . You are right in mixing up the areas on which you work. They can get tender and need a bit of a rest. What a gorgeous guy! 🙂

[@brucemitchell5637]

What a chill dog! I love how he just stands there while you're blow drying him with 2 dryers, he's like " just do what you gotta do!" LOL!

[@AllTheHappySquirrels]

- just don't touch the feets 😅

[@pansepot1490]

Genetics I guess. He’s been bred to withstand blizzards, blow drying must feel like a nice breeze to him. 😅

[@MaryWehmeier]

@@pansepot1490It does.

[@bexdeekay1272]

you can see the smile in his eyes at the end after you tell him he deserves a treat omg

[@doomexifizer]

Why is this so satisfying to watch? I think it’s your kindness toward the animals. It’s so sweet.

[@annacraft8028]

I think all of us collectively think Loki needs to be a permanent client. His derp happy hoodie face. Are you KIDDING ME!? More of this please. 😂😂😂

[@deecee9051]

Exactly!! 😊😊

[@somethingelse7019]

Letting him sniff the brush is the same weird energy I do with my cats lmao I always hope it helps them understand for some reason

[@taylorbritt499]

I do this with my cats and tell them "look! thats your smells in there!" I feel like if it smells like them, they'll be less afraid of it lol

[@krw5723]

I do it sort of like, “this is your nemesis! Not me. This is who to blame for what’s about to happen.”

[@coconoisette]

It really does. Smell is a very developped sense in cats and dogs, sniffing stuff really helps them understand and not be threatened by some object. It's like the dentist showing you the tool they're gonna use before putting it in your mouth, smells really help them navigate this stuff

[@Lovedrawing1]

@@coconoisette Depends on the tool, ahah

[@longwhitecloud8059]

I do it to basically ask for permission, to find out if they're up for it. all my cats have lurved grooming time, you can't force them

[@unicornsparkles1254]

This is how this breed should act, props to the owner. Gentle giant and major floof!

[@doraparker4350]

So many knots! You've done a mission impossible kind of grooming! Congratulations on a job well done!👍👍👍

[@alikatyeg3295]

What a sweet dog Loki is! His growls were more like grumbles of protest. If other groomers were thinking he needed sedating, they were either reading him wrong or maybe handling him roughly. He reminds me of a Malamute we lived near when I was 8 or 9 years old. That dog was all shades of soft gray with a white face and every bit as big and fluffy as Loki. He loved it when the neighborhood kids went outside to play in the winter because he had company to roam around the snowbanks with.

[@bustedkeaton]

They couldve just been busy groomers who didnt have time/want to take to the time to "feel out" a dog thats big enough to bite their hand clean off.

[@shockblast5402]

Probably just saw breed and immidiately called judgement

[@Scaresgard]

Or they recommended sedation for his comfort. Brushing and working out matting can be painful so sedation is not always suggested for behavior but rather if the owner wanted to save the coat through hours of dematting instead of shaving it.

[@trishmcgarvie5053]

His breed is very vocal I wouldn’t call that growling Can’t believe how long he stood and so patient bless him ❤

[@anglerfish4161]

Thank you for giving this good boy a chance at not losing his majestic coat or risking sedation. His little blep as you dried him took me out.

[@mynameis4718]

I think thats when she deactivated him! 😂😂 Also surprised he didn't sing her the song of his people!

[@silliepixie]

I love Loki and I hope he got lots of treats for being such a good boy! Also, I love your super dog groomer hairstyle!

[@malliredeemed1772]

Big babies have big vocals…take it from this very vocal Akita mom, that wasn’t a growl. Loki is just the sweetest boy, and his coat was so much better than I thought it would be. Great job!! ❤❤❤

[@rararasputin1847]

i'm also a dog groomer and i find it funny but also a little unsettling when huskies, malamutes, and german shepherds are this quiet 🤣 thank you for taking care of this good boy! he looks so soft and squishy i just wanna cuddle him

[@victoriusgrace2307]

Omg, Loki is so freaking adorable. And so well behaved. The fact that he stood for that entire groom other than his break, is phenomenal. And the tapping feet, as well as the little tongue sticking out was so cute!

[@jillp3761]

How interesting the difference between the undercoat shedding of the long haired Shepherd and the Husky. She did a fantastic job on both.

[@suzannegriffin5121]

What a good boi!!!!!!! Dogs know when you like them, and when you mean business but still like them. You exude confidence and trustworthiness that he can feel. And what a kissy face he has!!! 🥰

[@suewilliams5583]

I always marvel at how easy you make dog handling and grooming look. I’m up in my 60’s now, and I fully appreciate how much physical strength and stamina on your part these grooms require, as well as the psychological skill you demonstrate dealing with animals. And then there is the work involved in producing such high quality videos on a consistent basis. Hats off to you!!

[@ElGato1947]

YES!!!

[@bearifiablepau2095]

Fully agreed !!!! 😃👍👍

[@sharonmiller6436]

I enjoyed the number of times Loki would look straight at the camera as if he knew exactly what it was.

[@zoddmark5873]

That Loki wasn't a serial sitter must have been a huge relief. Such a well behaved puppers.

[@daphneglasurus7886]

Under that wooly fur, I’d guess he’s quite fit and not overweight like many large breeds. Hopefully they’re giving his joint support and standing on four feet is easier for him.

[@KittenBowl1]

😂 I loved the happy hoody on him and the little tongue, so adorable! I think your calm but in charge demeanor helped you groom him better than other ones who turned him away. He was actually checking your facial expression and your body language when you said no, stay and “we can do this without dramatics” I found this line so cute and funny! 😂 And he was closely watching your reaction when he tried to react to his paws being touched. As soon as you appeared to pass his “trust test”, he listened to you. 😊

[@sailorallie9046]

So cute with his paws he’s like “plz don’t touch doze mam”

[@youarebymyside]

Your hairstyle is EXTREMELY cute in this video. So was Loki's smushed face and eyes in the happy hoodie. :') What a soft giant. I'm surprised he hasn't sat even once, which I think is outstanding for a dog his size and in such weather. This fluffy cloud looks adorable. The gooddest of boys.

[@noneofbizorjuliejt6466]

I know I loved her little buns they made me grin!

[@katherinekelly5380]

His little tongue peaking out during the blow dry just kills me! Sooooo freakin’ cute ❣️

[@BernardSchultz]

What a sweet, well-behaved, chill DOG!! OMG! I love his tap dancing!!!

[@SeymaPRCKLI]

I loved it when you said up he just jumped to the table back haha 😂 31:38 such a clever and well behaved dog ❤

[@Motherofone2]

When I was younger I had an Irish Wolfhound. She would sometimes let out little cries when I brushed her. I realized very quickly that sometimes it hurt her. I spent a lot of time apologizing to Cass, while I brushed her. Her matting wasn't bad, but every now and then, the brush would pull and she let me know. She never barked or bit me. I love your channel and how you treat the dogs and cats as individuals and your "let me see for myself" attitude.❤

[@brendar9363]

Cass was a doll then. My current is a rescue so I don't have his history but sadly he is a biter. If you snagged a mat and Cass just whimpered she totally trusted you.

[@maryfreegirl2029]

Whoever suggested sedation was out of their mind!!

[@tristensolock7620]

Possibly an inexperienced groomer. I have watched this lady and she is absolutely amazing with the dogs. Groomers should pay close attention to her.

[@katiekane5247]

​@@pigglepugglegoing right to sedation is dangerous. If the dog is stressed because he wants to bite/ fight, I get it. I've seen too many brought into emergency vets from groomers because of temperature regulation / dehydration secondary to sedation.

[@makanapaulson6700]

He was so well behaved!!

[@debragreen7272]

I cannot believe how good he has been!

[@emilywinland675]

I'm honestly shocked he didn't sing you the song of his people the entire time! Such a well-behaved pup. Also, your hair is so cute in this video! Although you probably do it because it fits perfectly around your head mount lol. Either way, great pup, great hair, great groomer! :)

[@3doxies2love]

He was such a good boy! I don’t see why someone suggested sedating him. Great job, Vanessa! ❤️🐾

[@ayemessdee]

I'm guessing he just didn't cope well in a typical grooming environment that might be under time pressure, full of other dogs, etc

[@mymotherwasright3079]

Such a beautiful, sweet looking doggie. A huggable face and fur.

[@marilyn-annerowley6711]

Aw! Beautiful Loki. He was certainly a handful to groom but such a good doggie. I think you are an amazing dog groomer ! I like you had German shepherds. I’m old now and although they are still my favourite dogs I cannot manage all the excersise they need anymore .I had shepherds for over 25+ years my last girl passed two years ago now . I love watching your Chanel . If I lived in Canada I would have defanatly brought my two German shepherds to you . I’m in the Uk . 😊🐾❤️🐾

[@lucid_dreams420]

Girl, I admire you so much. You just don't _make them look pretty,_ you actually GET IN THERE and leave them squeaky clean! 😊❤ My scoliosis SCREAMS watching this, btw. 😭

[@LivvyBooks]

Yes! I'm glad she gives sanitary shaves to the dogs and cats that need it. I'm sure that helps keep them cleaner a little longer and they feel less itchy and/or gross.

[@LDrosophila]

Grooming is a physically demanding job

[@Phreak0matic]

Not that I'm saying she'd ever do a bad job, but if she was going to do a bad job on a dog it's unlikely to be one being filmed for KZbin now is it 😉

[@SobrietyandSolace]

@@LDrosophilaYeah my heart rate hits 160 brushing my dog every day

[@leahnichol6665]

@@Phreak0matic. I have seen the odd groom where she didn’t do what she would have liked to and one where she had to stop the groom. What she is doing I’d educating. I admire her to pieces. ❤

[@hayleyholt5551]

Normally I am a strong advocate for sedate-and-shave when a fellow professional says so, but NOT for Loki! His coat wasn't even in terrible shape. He just needed a serious blowout. You did excellently with him, and he did excellently with you!

[@bsmith6276]

Yes! There is a difference between a fluffy malamute needing a good brushout and a malamute with serious matting which need shaving. I had a malamute when I was a teen and I could brush him out most of his life, but later years his fur just got too matted to do anything with short of shaving.

[@jonathanbair523]

Some groomers use it as a easy way out. I am very doubtful of how good they are when I hear that they need to be sedated. I got a Boxer and a long haired Yorkie... The groomer may be good but may also have a fear or fixed view on breeds to...

[@donwhaley8238]

She was so good

[@RiverWoods111]

I have had groomers tell me back when I had my little blind dog that she needed to be sedated, and I did that once and then I don't know how, but I found a groomer who could do her without any sedation. I think she just let her know what she was doing and would show her tools to her peripheral visions which is all she had. She was a great groomer and she would come and pick up all four of my dogs every time it was grooming day.

[@starfishinamber]

​​@@RiverWoods111blind pups just need some reassurance! I also had a blind dog, a spaniel mix (he looked mostly like a working cocker spaniel) - he had PRA, fully blind by the time he was 7, but he lived to 16. There was a groomer where he came out wagging his tail and stayed happily when I picked a cologne for the final touch, but when she moved too far for me to take him safely, the change in attitude with other groomers was far too obvious. He was scared with them, they didn't give him enough time before they started grooming him or enough reassurance during the groom. Honestly 5 minutes before the groom and talking to him would've been enough to get him comfortable, but they weren't going to waste any time on him. He never bit or growled in his life, but he was constantly shaking and trying to get away when they turned their backs for one second. They didn't even groom his feet the last time! So I just started grooming him at home. The only thing that was hard was cutting his nails because he dramatically pulled his paws without notice, so I started putting him on my lap paws up to file his nails using a pet nail Dremel, which went great. He was a champ for the rest of it. It made no sense to sedate him.

[@cherylsibson2529]

the temperament of the dog was so good, such a sweetheart, you could almost braid his hair, such a well behaved dog wow!

[@jenreckard6431]

I love him. I would love to pet him to feel his super fluffy coat. I can really see how proper grooming of dogs with double and triple coats makes all the difference. No doubt you have saved many dog coats, Vanessa. 😍

[@Kihsiimawa]

You're SO GOOD with your clients!!! Loki didn't even sound like he was growling; more like the husky/malamute vocalization to casually complain. 😊 Such a good boy! His owners raised a gentle floof! ❤

[@erinrow399]

His parents must be so excited to have him glorious and clean and also know how good he can be with the right groomer.

[@mmcfadden517]

He was such a good boy! And he’s so very handsome! The way his coat moved after his groom was show quality! You did great with him!

[@KendriiSaysHello]

He is SUCH a good boy! You’re so in tune with his behaviour and his mood the whole time. Well done!