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There are many dog groomers. Some groomers are better than others. The following suggestions can help you select a groomer that has the experience and skills needed for your pets grooming.

• How does the grooming shop look? The grooming shop should look organized and clean.
• How does the grooming shop smell? The grooming shop should smell clean.
• How does the grooming shop sound? The grooming shop should not be excessively noisy. While many dogs are stressed by the grooming process excessive barking may indicate that the grooming shop is an excessively stressful place for dogs.
• The grooming area should be in full view of the public.
• Ask to take a tour of the grooming shop. If there are areas off limits this may indicate that the groomer has something to hide.
• Ask about the products that are used. Natural products are often best.
• Ask about the groomer’s experience. As a rule, a groomer should have at least 5 years experience or more.
• Does the groomer ask you about what health issues your dog has? The stress of grooming can exacerbate health issues. The use of some chemicals can trigger allergic reactions in your pet.
• Groomers use various sharp tools like hair clippers, nail clippers and scissors. There is always a chance a dog could be hurt, even by the best and most experienced groomers, during grooming. Ask what vet they will bring your dog to in case of an accident.
• Check references such as other people that use the groomer and the vet used by the groomer.
• Check your dog after grooming for signs of injury. Run your hand over your dog’s body and feel for anything unusual. Watch your dog’s reaction to your touch. If your dog reacts to your touch it may indicate an injury. Look for rashes and burns caused by a hot hair clipper.
• Listen to your gut. If you sense something isn't’t right start asking questions

The following list contains local groomers that are offering various discounts for animals adopted from Islip Animal Shelter.  You must tell them in advance that the animal was adopted from the shelter.

Lad & Lassie Dog & Cat Grooming

www.ladandlassiegrooming.com

186 Islip Ave

Islip, NY 11751

631-277-2562

Dog Day's Pet Grooming1242 Montauk Hwy

Oakdale, NY 11769

631-750-0655 

$10 off for any pet adopted from the animal shelter.

Cozy Pet

Food-Supplies-Grooming

765-6 Deer Park Ave.

North Babylon, NY, 11703

Phone # 631-669-2099

Ask for adopted dog discount

In Style Pet Spa

Certified Trainer and Technician

730 Sunrise Hwy

West Babylon, NY

Phone # 631-482-8540

Ask for adopted dog discount

The Green Dog, Organic Grooming

106 Railroad Ave.

Sayville, NY, 11782

20% discount for adopted dogs grooming