HOW TO CHOOSE A GROOMER FOR YOUR TEACUP PUPPY
Questions to ask when choosing a groomer...
Staff and training:
- What breeds do they own?
- Are their pets' hair coats kept neat and clean?
- Did the groomer go to school to learn grooming or did they learn it 'on the job?'
- How long have they been grooming Teacup Puppies?
- What breeds are they proficient at grooming?
- Do they provide different styles of cuts for different breeds?
- Will they give a 'show cut' versus a 'puppy cut?'
- What are the hours?
- How are puppies admitted and how do you know when to pick them up?
- How long does it take to get an appointment?
- What is the range of fees for your breed of puppy?
- What does that fee include?
- What methods of payment are accepted?
- What type of shampoos and conditioners are used?
- If your veterinarian recommends a certain shampoo do you need to supply it?
- Is a hand-held or cage drier used? Ensure that they use a hair hand held drier if you own a Teacup Puppy.
- Is the ear hair plucked from those breeds with hair in the ear canals?
- Will the groomer trim nails between regular grooming appointments?
- Is the area kept clean, neat, and orderly?
- Are there unpleasant odors?
- Where are the dogs kept?
- How are clippers, scissors, etc., cleaned between use?
