Dog Grooming Workshop Day

February 5, 2014 By Lois Dalton

On Sunday 2nd February, my Cocker spaniel “Baker” and I attended another seminar and workshop day hosted by “Groom Team England Member” and 2013 “Groomer of the year” winner Mike Wildman.

We had such a fantastic day and picked up lots of more tricks and skills when it comes to hand-stripping. Its important for me as a groomer to attend these workshop days as it keeps me up to date with all the latest styles, equipment and knowledge that I can pass on to you and your dogs.
Its also an honour to work along side the best of the best when it comes to dog groomers and Mike is certainly one of them.
A big thank you to our good friend Mike for a brilliant day

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Owner of Vanity Furr, Lois has a diploma in Animal Care & is City & Guilds qualified with distinctions. Following a variety of dog grooming awards, Lois won a scholarship with Aesculap, having been nominated by Groom Team England [Read More...]

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From Louise Wright:

“Really pleased with Lily the spoodle's cut and she smells so much better! Thanks”

From Louise Wright:

“Really pleased with Lily the spoodle's cut and she smells so much better! Thanks”

Louise Iddon said on Facebook:

“We took our chocolate labs for the first time at the weekend and they were very well looked after and smelt beautiful. They were both chilled out when they got home - thanks for looking after them, highly recommended!"

Richard & Kay – owners of Smithy from Norton Cross said:

“Thank you Lois for such a fabulous job on Smithy. He is so happy, looks great and obviously has fallen in love with you! We’ll see you again soon”

Louise Martha said on Facebook:

“Alfie thinks he's the bees' knees after his groom today! Thank you for turning my scruff bag into a gorgeous pooch once again"

Stacey Smith said:

"Lilly loved her visit with Lois at Vanity Fur on Saturday.....she has been prancing round like she owns the place since her pampering session. thanks Lois xx"

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Debbie Main said on Facebook:

“Bailey looking (and smelling) lovely after her regular trip to vanity furr ... Thanks for a job well done as usual Lois XX"

Tasha, Mum of Harry the Golden Retriever, said about Harry’s 1st ever grooming experience:

“I'm so made up with his finished cut & wash! Well worth the travelling. Will be a regular customer. x”

Susan wrote:

Susan wrote:

“Another fabulous job on Pippin and Lola. Both home and happy and looking wonderful. Thank you Lois. Merry Christmas to you and looking forward to seeing you in the New Year."

The owner of Copper & Silva (a German shepherd cross collie & border collie from Sandymoor) said:

“Chuffed to bits! Thanks very much!”

Rachel Tweeted:

“Thank you so much to @DogGroomRuncorn for the lovely cut on Skye.
She looks and smells amazing ! Highly recommended :) x”

… and then facebooked:
"Thank you so much for the beautiful cut you did on Skye! She looks and smells gorgeous! Will definitely be recommending you!! X"

The owner of Pixie, a Teacup Chihuahua said:

“Thank you for Pixie’s hair cut she looks fab. Your little beauty room is fab and I will defo be bringing Pixie to you in the future. Thank you so, so much”

From customer Andrew Weston:

“Highly recommend this firm. Prices can't be beaten for the quality of work”

Jessica Hessey wrote on facebook:

“My mum took my Lhasa Apso in today and not only did Lois do an amazing job my mum says she made her feel welcome. 10/10 in my mum eyes. I used to know Lois back in the day :) so I know her passion for animals - I know I will be a regular customer :)”

Jo said on Facebook:

“My dogs love it here. My dottie goes every 3 weeks for a shower and a puff up (she always looks great) and my westie Beverley goes for a full groom. They get excited when we pull up in the car. Highly recommended. Wouldn't go anywhere else and great value too xxx"

Clare Ng wrote on facebook:

“ She's absolutely brilliant very talented young lady and I wouldn't go anywhere else."

Carly said on facebook:

“Thanks Lois for a wonderful groom of Kevin, she looks and smells amazing again, you're a star xx"

Lesley Tudor Horsefield said:

“ Thank you for Alfie's new haircut today, I love his new haircut, and he smells divine. See you again in 8 weeks xx”

From Irene:

“How lucky am I to have found such a fantastic Dog Groomer. Both of my dogs look absolutely stunning and smell gorgeous when they have had their "spa" day with Lois. The quality of your work is exemplary, your groom/beauty room is beautiful and you are a superstar."

"Thank you so much Lois xxx"
"See you soon”

David Dutton said on Facebook:

"Thank you Lois, absolutely made up with the way you looked after Paisley today, he looks great, smells great......here's to next time. I highly recommend the service"

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Jessica Hessie said on Facebook:

Jessica Hessie said on Facebook:

“Gutted I couldn't come but make sure I do in 6 weeks - Nelly can see and I never realised how huge her eyes are xx OMG her tongue - she looks amazing Lois, thank you so much - you impressed my mum loads, thanks."

Testimonial from Alaina S, owner of golden retriever Tinkerbell:

“Just wanted to say thanks done lovely job on tink looks and smells lovely x”

From the Owner of a Yorkshire Terrier called Angel - from Castlefields Runcorn

“Thank you so much Lois – in the 4 years I have had Angel that is the best cut she has had – especially her legs – thanks a lot and see you next time she needs a cut. Take Care.”

The owner of Darcy - the big chocolate Labradoodle from Runcorn - said:

“Thank you, You have done a fabulous job and I would definitely recommend you.”

Gloria wrote on facebook:

“ Lois you always do a fantastic job. Bee Bee loves coming for her pamper thank you Lois for being there xx"

Victoria Shaw wrote on facebook:

“ My adorable scruff bag came back looking like a gorgeous little lady - and she smells sooooo good too!! A great job with her nails too... no more ruined tights for me!! Thanks Lois, we'll be back soon x"

Tim Croft said on Facebook:

Tim Croft said on Facebook:

“Thanks Lois for looking after Teddy today He looks fantastic and smells great A great service as per usual. Fantastic work ..."

From customer Andrew Rankin:

“This is the best dog groomers around. Would recommend to anyone. The only thing is my dog never wants to leave there. See you next time.”

Lisa Richardson (Phoebe's mum) said:

Lisa Richardson (Phoebe's mum) said:

“Lois thank you so much, Phoebe looks amazing, couldn't believe I was picking the same little dog up, what a transformation! Fabulous job as always xx"

From the owner of Rufus, the Bichon Frisé:

“Just wanted to text you and say I am made up with Rufus – he looks beautiful. Thanks you so much”

Claire Underwood said on Facebook:

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“A massive thank you to Lois for calling at our home on a Sunday morning to cut my old Boxers claws. What a very kind and considerate lady.

I don't think Romeo has ever been so relaxed having them cut before. Thank you Lois. Xx"

Val Ratcliffe said on Facebook:

Val Ratcliffe said on Facebook:

“Thanks Lois daisy looks fab and strutted home like a supermodel lol x"

The owner of Bertie (a Scottish terrier from Runcorn) said:

“You have done a great job on Bertie I will defo use u again and recommend you to friends”

Tracey Worrall wrote on facebook:

“ You always do a brilliant job with Ruby and she always looks forward to coming to see you"

The owner of Oscar (the German shepherd from Norton) said:

“Thanks he looks lovely, will tell everyone about your good work x”

The owner of Sam, the Springer Spaniel, said:

“Thanks again for Sam’s hair cut you have done a brill job”

The owner of Bailey (a Newfoundland from Runcorn) said:

“Bailey looks lovely many thanks”

Zoe Stanton Rice wrote on facebook:

“Although very reluctant to go in my Patterdale cross 'Oscar' really does love coming out of here. He looks and feels fantastic, it must be a great feeling for him. After all he is a farm dog used to digging and hunting. He's grounded till he no longer smells scrumptious.Thank you Lois"

The owner of Pippin & Lola (Cavalier King Charles spaniels from Runcorn) said:

“Thank you so much. Both dogs look lovely and Pippin isn’t stressed! They smell so clean!!!”

Tracey Worral said:

“Thanks Lois you did a brilliant job with Ruby today but she always looks amazing when you've finished with her. x"

Lynsey said on facebook:

“I cannot recommend Vanity Furr highly enough! Lois is absolutely amazing and we are always thrilled with Henry's groom. I have no idea how she does it but he actually loves going and is always in a great mood when we collect him.

Thank you very much, fantastic service"

Kelly, owner of dog Poppy, said:

“Poppy went to Vanity Furr to be groomed this morning. She's come back looking and smelling beautiful. More importantly, she behaved herself and it was a good confidence boosting experience for her being handled by someone else. Thanks Lois.”