What Is Fear-Free?

 

Fear-Free is a philosophy that focuses on minimizing fear, anxiety, and stress in pets. It involves creating a calm and safe environment for pets, using positive reinforcement techniques, and minimizing the use of force and restraint during grooming. Fear-Free helps pets feel more relaxed and comfortable during grooming sessions, which can lead to a more enjoyable experience for both the pet and the pet owner.

By implementing Fear-Free techniques, the pet grooming salon can minimize the occurrence of undesirable behaviors in pets, and create positive experiences that will eventually outweigh any negative ones that may have occurred in the past, resulting in a more positive overall grooming experience.

Check In

Greetings and Consultation

Our visits start off with a hello on your pet’s level. We sit on the floor with them and introduce ourselves. During this interaction we also do our consultation with you to determine the best products for your pet’s needs and determine what haircut you want for your pet.

Bath & Brush

Scrub in the Tub

All of our shampoos are all inclusive, meaning your pet gets what is best for their skin and coat! We use high quality natural products, including our Blueberry Face Wash. We are also extra careful and rinse out your pet’s eyes after every bath incase shampoo gets in them.

Blow Dry

Brush and Dry

Our dryers have variable speed control which allows us to turn down the power to match your pets comfort. Our dryers do not have a heating element and use the gentle heat from the motors to help get your pet dry. We never use kennel dryers and never leave pets unattended to dry.

Haircut

Trim and Style

After your pet is dry, it’s time for their haircut! We are fear-free certified and find ways to work with your pet instead of powering through. We always put your pets mental well-being first. Lots of treats, love, and patience goes into our haircuts!

Finishing Touches

Spritz and a Bow

Once we get closer to being finished, we send a 15 minute heads up text. During this time we are finishing up the haircut and giving your pet their finishing touches. This gives you time to head this way so they are not waiting in a loud kennel room to go home. We send another message when they are completely finished so you don’t have to guess when they are ready to be picked up.

Check Out

Let’s Book their Next Appointment

Once your pet is finished, and we have made any final adjustments, we take payment and book their next appointment! We accept all major credit cards as well as cash. We will recommend a grooming routine that matches your haircut goals as well as at home care. This is custom for each pet, but the average is every 6 weeks.