CORONAVIRUS & Dog Grooming
As a self employed business owner I have always wanted to do the right thing and in the beginning there was much uncertainty around whether dog grooming salons could, or couldn't operate. So I closed my doors not knowing when we would be able to re-open and this was the right action.
The situation is always changing and so is the advice given. The advice has been very clear since 23rd April 2020, we are able to open and operate following a strict cleaning routine, and with appropriate PPE. Whilst for many this will be seen as a positive step forward I also understand that for some this will be apprehensive time but I ask that you understand I am only following guidelines given and all is above board.
There is more information below. But in short, I am open and I can groom your pet so if you would like to make an appointment please get in touch or you can book an appointment online.
This information has been taken from the Kennel Club and Pet Industry Federation, both reputable bodies for the grooming industries.
The situation is always changing and so is the advice given. The advice has been very clear since 23rd April 2020, we are able to open and operate following a strict cleaning routine, and with appropriate PPE. Whilst for many this will be seen as a positive step forward I also understand that for some this will be apprehensive time but I ask that you understand I am only following guidelines given and all is above board.
There is more information below. But in short, I am open and I can groom your pet so if you would like to make an appointment please get in touch or you can book an appointment online.
This information has been taken from the Kennel Club and Pet Industry Federation, both reputable bodies for the grooming industries.
Latest Advice as of 14th May 2020
An owner may take a pet by vehicle to be groomed by appointment. The necessity for an appointment is to ensure social distancing between clients. If dogs are brought to site owners should remain in their vehicles until staff are ready to accept their dog.
Groomers can collect dogs from client’s homes as long as they can disinfect their vehicle between collections. Pets from infected or self-isolating households should be collected separately from other dogs in different journeys and after pets from other non-infected households. Groomers should assess whether the grooming can be delayed until the household is clear to reduce the risk to themselves and their staff. A client may walk their dog to be groomed by appointment. Once the dog has been groomed either the dog may be walked home or the groomer may return the dog.
Multiple dogs may be taken in at a time where a grooming salon has sufficient space to separate them and for groomers to maintain social distancing whilst working. Admission and return of dogs must be by appointment only to ensure social distancing where the reception area is large enough to do so. Where clients bring their dogs to the salon when possible they should wait in the car until the salon is ready to accept the dog. The reverse procedure should be used for return.
In short, this means that grooming appointments can go ahead, and you are allowed to commute to a grooming salon with your pet. When you arrive, you should social distance and transfer your pet to me with minimal contact.
How do I pay?
Currently I am only accepting payments by bank transfer, card or PayPal - the contactless limit has been raised to £45. Please do not bring cash.