...well...his grooming, that is!
Cooper joined my life last March. Since my parents have dogs, I know the costs you can incur for just grooming alone. Me being a frugal person, I decided that I wanted to see if I could save some money by grooming Cooper myself.
So, I went to the store and bought
this. It was $40 in the store (which was the same cost as
one professional grooming). If he's REALLY fluffy (like you see above...yikes...I could also title this post, "why NOT to go three months without grooming your dog."), I use scissors to cut the "bulk" off. Then, I use the #2 guard to buzz him all over. Since I started doing this when he was a puppy, he's now used to me telling him to sit and stay while I buzz his behind. :) However, we did start this process with LOTS of treats (and cheerios) to keep him occupied when he was smaller.
We took A LOT off...like...enough fur to make another Cooper. Sorry, pup! At least he doesn't look like
Cousin Itt anymore.
Does anyone else DIY their dog's grooming?
You did a great job, I'd be so nervous! He's so adorable :-)
ReplyDeleteHe looks like a totally different dog! Yet still so adorable. Good for you on being frugal.
ReplyDeleteI DIY my husband's grooming...does that count? ;)
ReplyDelete:D how cute can be? I used to do that to my golden retriver. :))
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Oh, and my boyfriend nowadays. I guess me and Julia can count also that. :)
ReplyDeleteYes! I cut Cowboy's hair too, but I doubt you'll get a post about that one! ;)
ReplyDeleteCooper is the cutest little thing, love all of that fur!! It's amazing what a little haircut will do!! He looks great!
ReplyDeleteHaha--thanks, Kayla! It is amazing...he's so tiny when he's freshly cut like this!
ReplyDeleteThe good news...it will grow back.....try a flobee or robocut....works great for my 2 rescue shituz zues....once a month does it.....you will recoup your initial investment after the 2nd cut.....good luck...sweet puppy
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