Dog Pampering Blog: Tips on Dog Care, Grooming & Tools

Types of Pet Grooming Tables for Sale: Salon or Home Use

Last Updated: March 6, 2023 by GG, Editor of PamperingDogs.com

Grooming Essentials

Regardless of whether you are a conscientious pet owner who chooses to groom your own pet or a professional dog groomer, having the right tools and dog grooming equipment is essential.

There are many different dog grooming tables on the market and in order to choose the right grooming table for you and your pet (or the pets you will be grooming if you are a professional) it is important to know the different types of grooming tables available and the advantages of each.

There are a number of factors you should take into consideration in your search for the right table. These include safety issues, convenience factors and cleanliness considerations.

Is Dog Insurance Worth It, Especially for Older Dogs?

Last Updated: March 18, 2024 by GG, Editor of PamperingDogs.com

Many pet owners wonder whether or not it’s a good idea to take out dog insurance. An insurance policy can help cover unexpected veterinary costs in case of illness or injury, providing peace of mind and financial protection. However, is the cost worth it? If it is, then it’s important for dog owners to carefully research different insurance options and consider factors such as the dog’s breed, age, and overall health before making a decision.

Veterinary care for animals can be expensive particularly if a procedure or operation is needed for a medical condition or an injury.

There is no crystal ball that lets dog owners know ahead of time that a pet might become ill or injured. At any time, owners can suddenly be confronted with unexpected veterinary expenses that could be very costly. If they do not have the means or ability to cover the cost, then they might be confronted by very difficult and heart wrenching decisions about how to handle their pet’s future.

Interview with WA Dog Grooming & Clipping Academy

Last Updated: December 6, 2023 by GG

This post continues our series of very interesting interviews with dog groomers working in the field. What better way to find out what it would be like to work as a pet groomer!

This interview is with Kim Dean from a Dog Grooming Academy in Western Australia. You can find details of this business and website at the end of this interview.

What Are the Best Dog Grooming Clippers?

Last Updated: February 8, 2026 by GG

Investing in the best dog grooming clippers can make all the difference when it comes to trimming dog hair. I don’t know how many times I have heard pet owners bemoaning the fact that it is too difficult to clip certain dog breeds.

In addition, they wonder how the professional groomer’s clippers seem to glide through the same coats with such ease. Usually, upon further investigation, one finds that a cheaper supermarket clipper version is the culprit.

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If you are hoping to clip your own dogs at home or if you are a professional dog groomer, then you can’t expect a sub-standard tool to do the job. You owe it to yourself and to your dogs, to start with good quality dog hair trimmers (affiliate link).

There are a number of very well-known brands that have stood the test of time and the test of professional groomers. So we have listed a number of the more popular models below.

What to Feed Dogs with Allergies

Last Updated: May 3, 2025 by GG

Allergic dogs are a major concern for many owners as well as groomers. The number of dogs that I see with allergies of some kind is mind boggling.

How many of you have tried to find a solution for dogs licking paws excessively?

How many dog groomers are asked every week for a possible solution or a potion that can be applied to the paws to stop the licking.

And more importantly how big a role does nutrition play in all of these skin conditions?