What to Expect When You Visit Paw Shine Dog Groomers

Choosing the right groomer is about more than appearance — it’s about trust, patience and your dog’s wellbeing. At Paw Shine, we offer calm, one-to-one, welfare-first dog grooming, designed to make each visit a positive experience for both you and your dog.

If you’re wondering what happens during a grooming appointment with us, this guide walks you through the full visit from start to finish.

Arriving at Our Dog Grooming Salon in Baddeley Green

Our salon is located upstairs above a local pet shop in Baddeley Green, Stoke-on-Trent. When you arrive, you’ll be welcomed into a quiet, relaxed environment where there’s no pressure to rush.

We allow time for your dog to settle in naturally. Some dogs like to explore the space, while others prefer a calm pause or reassurance — we always adapt to what your dog needs in that moment.

One-to-One Dog Grooming With Your Dog’s Welfare First

We specialise in one-to-one grooming, meaning your dog receives our full attention throughout their appointment.

This approach allows us to:

• Maintain a calm, low-stress environment

• Work at your dog’s pace rather than to a strict timetable

• Give breaks whenever your dog needs them

This is especially beneficial for nervous dogs, senior dogs, rescue dogs, or those who find grooming overwhelming.

A Thorough, Gentle Grooming Consultation

Before any grooming begins, we carry out a relaxed consultation tailored to your dog. We’ll talk through:

• Coat type, condition and maintenance needs

• Skin sensitivities, allergies or health concerns

• Behaviour, confidence levels and past grooming experiences

• Styles that are practical, comfortable and achievable

Our advice is always honest and welfare-led. If something isn’t suitable for your dog’s comfort or wellbeing, we’ll explain clearly and kindly.

During the Groom: Calm, Patient and Individual Care

During the groom, your dog is treated as an individual — never rushed and never pushed beyond their comfort zone.

We use calm handling, gentle reassurance and positive encouragement throughout. If your dog needs extra time, a pause, or a change in approach, we adapt accordingly. Building trust and confidence is just as important to us as the finished result.

After the Groom: Feedback, Advice and a Happy Dog

Once your dog’s groom is complete, we’ll talk you through how they’ve done and share any helpful coat-care or maintenance advice.

Our goal is for dogs to leave feeling comfortable, relaxed and confident — and for owners to leave feeling reassured that their dog has been cared for properly.

A Treat to Finish the Visit 🦴

Because we’re based above a local pet shop, many owners like to finish their grooming visit by popping downstairs to pick up a small treat or toy as a reward.

You can find them on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/PetsTakeAway

It’s a simple way to turn grooming day into a positive, rewarding outing for your dog.

Welfare-First Dog Grooming You Can Trust

Whether your dog is confident or anxious, young or senior, experienced or new to grooming, we take the time they need and treat them with patience, kindness and respect.

At Paw Shine Dog Groomers, we believe grooming should be calm, considered and centred around your dog’s welfare — every single visit.