News from the Land o'Paws
8-23-08
As of today I am on an official 2
week vacation. Whew! We’ve been going strong since the opening of
the new shop in February, and it’s time to come up for air! My books are full until about October 1, but
I’ll be back from vacation on September 6 so I’ll be available to talk with you
at that time. See you soon!
6-25-08
Summertime’s here! Everyone’s getting a refreshing summer ‘do
at the Land of Paws. I am happy to
report that the new boarding services have been working out very well for our
grooming clients. Our boarders are
enjoying spacious outdoor spaces to romp in, and fresh kiddie pools to cool
off. For added safety, I’ve been
closing the front gates when I’m not expecting appointments. So if you’re thinking about stopping by
early to drop off or pick up your pet, please call first! Otherwise you may be confronted with the
Freestep Fortress!
3-16-08
Thanks to all of you who have
made our new location a smashing success.
I’m absolutely loving it here, and the dogs and cats are too. It’s spring and the appointment book is
filling up quickly! Appointments are
available in 3-4 weeks. As the weather
gets warmer, I expect the books to be full for 6 weeks or more, so if you anticipate
a summer haircut for your pet, the time to book is NOW! Call 343-4729 or email for your reservation. We are open by appointment only.
Check out Bowie. He came to my shop via rescue from a
high-kill shelter. We didn’t know what
breed he was, or even if he was a boy or a girl! Turns out he’s a neutered male cocker mix, and cute as can
be. He is now in foster care.
3-02-08
Now
that I’ve moved to the new shop, one of the resident kittens has decided to
“help”. Click here for photos of Cracker, the
Shopcat!
2-17-08
The
big move to the new Midway location is finally complete. We still have a few cosmetic details to
polish, but the grooming facility is fully functional and I’m itching to get
back to work! Call 530-343-4729 or email me to reserve your appointment
now. My books are currently full until
March and continue to fill up quickly, so don’t hesitate! Click here for more info on the new
location.
11-22-07
Big
news--I will be moving to the new location on February
15, 2008! It’s exciting to
finally announce a date. Click here for more information on my new
grooming facility!
9-06-07
How time flies. Still some work to do on the new grooming facility, but we’ve gotten a lot done. It’s really shaping up to be fabulous, I think you’ll all be very pleased. Many of you have been asking about the new location, so I’ve put together a webpage with more information. Feel free to email me if you have questions.
3-31-07
Spring
is here, and I’m happy to announce that construction for the new grooming
facility is finally underway! There
have been lots of surprises along the way, both challenging and rewarding. I hope to begin taking appointments at the
new facility while also working at the existing Cohasset road location, to help
ease the transition.
1-13-07
Happy
New Year!
2006
was a busy year for me personally, with a lot of changes, both planned and
unplanned. I look forward to 2007 being
a bit more under control! Construction
for the new grooming facility is anticipated this spring. However, one thing I learned in 2006 is that
everything takes three times longer than you think it will! The home-business permit has been secured,
so that is one major hurdle cleared, and the next goal is to secure financing. While I am eager to get the new facility up
and running, I also want to take the time to ensure things are done right, so
that my clients and their pets can enjoy a top-notch, state of the art grooming
experience. I will keep everyone
updated in the months to come.
9-22-06
Lots
of folks have been asking about the new property and when I’ll be moving the
shop… and the quick answer is, I don’t know!
But it WILL happen, it’s just a matter of time. I moved my household to the property in
June, and I’m loving it out here. I am
currently going through the permit process with the county, so that will be in
place when I am ready to start building.
I can’t wait to get the project underway, and I know many of you are
looking forward to it as well. Rest
assured that you all will receive plenty of notice when the move is imminent.
3-2-06
Land
of Paws has some exciting news: I have acquired property on which to build a
new, state-of-the-art grooming shop!
The property is located on the Midway between Chico and Durham, and is situated
on an acre of land surrounded by almond orchard. It’s just beautiful, and I’m very excited. Big plans are in store and hopefully
construction can begin very soon. For
more information click here.
1-15-06
2006: Year of the Dog
Happy New Year!
10-6-05
Thanks
to all of you who have filled out my location survey. As many of you know, I am currently investigating the
possibility of purchasing land to construct a new shop. Your response has been overwhelmingly
positive. Here are the results so far:
1. How far from Land of Paws’ current location
would you be willing to drive?
Maybe
a mile or two: 6%
3-5
miles: 36%
6-10
miles: 34%
15
miles or more: 5%
I’d
follow you to the ends of the Earth!
18%
I go
to Land of Paws for its convenient location and wouldn’t want to drive to
another location: 1%
2.
Land of Paws is
considering offering a pickup and delivery service if the driving time/distance
is considerable. Would you take
advantage of this service?
Definitely:
17%
Maybe: 50%
Probably not:
28%
Definitely not:
5%
3.
What would
pickup/delivery service be worth to you, per grooming day?
$12-15: 8%
$6-10: 39%
$5: 24%
I wouldn’t want to pay extra for this service: 29%
4.
Land of Paws is
considering offering boarding services if the land is suitable. Would you take advantage of this service?
Definitely:
31%
Possibly:
52%
Probably not:
14%
Definitely not:
3%
Your input is appreciated!
8-19-05
Back
to School…. Summer is winding down and even though our weather is warm until
around October, I’ve seen some dogs growing in winter coat already! Remember that fall and winter grooming is
just as important as warm-weather grooming to keep your pet’s coat in top
condition. In fact, a longer coat
requires more maintenance than a short coat, so be sure to keep your grooming
on schedule.
I
will be away on vacation from Aug 29 – Sept 12. Don’t panic! There are
appointments available starting late September. Usually my schedule begins to open up around this time as the
summer rush is over.
7-1-05
Welcome
to summer!
Chico’s
hot temperatures are here and everyone’s trying to keep cool. The fur is flying at Land of Paws as the
cats and dogs get their summer haircuts and brush-outs! Appointments are filling up quickly as
always; there is currently a six week wait, but you can always get on the
cancellation/standby list to increase your chances of getting in sooner.
Land
of Paws is currently looking into the possibility of purchasing land to
construct a new shop. This is an
exciting idea as it will allow me to build a state of the art facility from the
ground up.
4/26/05
"Why is my dog so ITCHY?"
This spring I've been seeing an inordinate number of dogs
scratching and chewing themselves! While fleas are sometimes the culprit, many
of these dogs are already on flea control and there's not a bug to be seen.
Food changes can sometimes cause itching due to food allergies, though most of
these dogs have had no changes in their diet. What's going on??
I believe that the springtime allergy season around Chico
is worse than it has been in years. I myself have had terrible allergies this
year, as does almost every human I've talked to. Animals can suffer from springtime allergies too. My own dog, who does not generally suffer
from itchiness, has been wearing her hair down from scratching the last month
or so, and even her eyes are red and irritated.
Unfortunately, there's not much that can be done about the
pollen in the air, but we can make our furry kids more comfortable. A good bath
can help remove pollen and dust which clings to fur. Omega-3 fatty acids added
to the diet can help relieve the body's inflammatory response to allergens. The
best source of Omega-3 is fish oil, which can be found in capsule or liquid
form, in the vitamin section of the drugstore or supermarket. A bonus is that
dogs really like the taste of it! Also, Benadryl, an over-the-counter
antihistamine, can be given to dogs. Check with your veterinarian for your
dog's proper dose and safety precautions.
Appointments at Land of Paws are now available beginning in
June. Call or email now to reserve an appointment! Regular returning
clients do get preferential treatment!
4/3/05
Lots of updates to the website. Good news to those with a
slow internet connection, the Gallery and Cat Gallery pages are in a new, dialup-friendly format and some new pictures have
been added.
Spring has officially sprung and Land o'Paws is currently
booked until mid-May. But don't despair! Give me a call or an email to book your pet's warm-weather clip, and you may also sign in to the
cancellation list. Please remember that I can only take new dog clients that
are under 50 pounds. New cat clients are welcome!
2/23/05
Spring is just around the corner! If you will need a warm-weather
clip for your pet in the coming months, book it NOW! Space always fills quickly
March through September and Land o' Paws is often booked solid up to 6 weeks in
advance. So even if you don't want your pet's summer 'do until May, call
530-343-4729 or email today to reserve your appointment.
Just for fun - 12/16/04
Ever wonder why your pet's haircut costs more than yours? Click here to find out!
News - 8/19/04
After twelve years of sharing the grooming operation with
several pairs of hands, Land o'Paws is now a one-groomer shop. I will
personally take your pet through every step of the grooming process, from the
bath and brush to the finishing touches. I will spend more time with each pet,
and this enables a better understanding of his or her needs, and a more
in-depth connection. In keeping with this new method, I am taking fewer clients
per day to maximize attention to each one.
Because of this change, my schedule has become booked
further in advance--currently about four to six weeks. Please take this into
consideration when making grooming plans for your pet. Booking your
appointments in advance is the best way to ensure your pet's needs are met in a
timely fashion.
In addition, I am unable to accept pets over 50 pounds at
this time. I am sorry for this, as I love the big dogs as much as the smaller
ones, but the physical limitations of a one-groomer operation dictate that I
must scale back. Should this situation change, I will update accordingly. Thank
you for your understanding.