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Offical Groomer: Awesome Pawsome
Fetch-Box Singapore
3 Reasons Why You Should Be Blending Your Pet’s Shampoo
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| Awesome Pawsome uses Prunus shampoo. But you can use your preferred brand too. |
It has been a good four months
since we recognised Awesome Pawsome as the official groomer for The Wong Dogs, and we couldn't be happier! One interesting step that groomer, Ian Wong does is the blending of the shampoo
solution before each wash. Apparently there is more to this step than it looks.
Here are three reasons why you
should be diluting and if possible blending your furkid’s shampoo before their
bath:
- Undiluted shampoo have been known to weaken a dog’s skin, while causing itchiness and canine keratosis (an over-production of protein that causes acne or dry skin).
- Blending creates a bubbly consistency, making it easier to spread across your pet’s body.
- The shampoo’s micro-foam releases the properties of the shampoo, providing a more thorough cleanse.
It does seem that such a method
also keeps Cory smelling fresh for a longer period of time (six days to be exact). Yes, there is the
extra prep work, and do I really want to invest in a special blender for them?
Decisions, decisions. For now, let’s start with the diluting, shall we?
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| Cory's latest look with his groomer, Ian Wong. |
Labels: awesome pawsome, dogs, dogsofinstasg, grooming, miniature schnauzer, pet grooming, pets, shampoo, the wong dogs
Cory's Clean Up: Awesome Pawsome
Miniature Schnauzers are relatively low maintenance dogs to
keep, right? They don’t eat much (a 12kg bag of kibble can last Cory three
months) and they definitely do not shed. But one of the must-dos which this
breed needs: Grooming.
Cory usually starts to look messy one and a half months after a full groom but I ‘tahan’ for a full two months before I cannot bear having a walking carpet around my house! :p
Since the human a.k.a. me is a creature of comfort and
convenience, I dislike changing groomers and rather stick to one and be done
with it. But with the many negative experiences which do not seem to tally with
the grooming charge, cab fares and irregular waiting times, I was starting to
get extremely irritated. How can I not be when you find out the groom wasn’t
done properly (one experience had me spending a full four hours at the store!)
or being returned a damp Cory who was still shivering? We can go on forever but
let’s save the ranting for another day.
After relating Cory’s grooming woes to a friend, I was
introduced to Awesome Pawsome, a mobile house-call grooming service. Since The
Wong Dogs was about to be launched, why not try something new? Remember the
following pictures? Awesome Pawsome was responsible in getting the boys ready
for their pictures to be taken!
Awesome Pawsome might not be the only mobile grooming
service around, but what I cannot deny is their dedication towards their job in
getting their furry customers looking their best. With experience comes a quick
hand and seeing groomer, Ian Wong swiftly snipping away, the trimming is over
before you know it!
One of the most interesting things I have seen is Ian
bringing a blender to prepare a special shampoo for Cory. Ian tells me there is
a very good reason for this, “Blending the solution creates a bubbly
consistency where the micro-foam releases the properties of the shampoo. This
provides a better over-all cleanse.”
Tip: Never use shampoo directly. The skin of dogs is weak
and when the solution is concentrated, can cause itchy skin and canine
keratosis.
Lastly, I love the peace of mind I have each time
Cory is groomed at home. Mobile grooming services such as Awesome Pawsome never
need to worry about coming into contact with parasites such as ticks and fleas!
But what about the price you say? Yes, mobile grooming is pricier but let’s
look at this way – With my furkid being groomed at home, I enjoy the luxury of
not needing to book a cab which definitely saves me the hassle. Even if you
drive, you will save more in petrol fees and throes of finding a parking lot!
Awesome Pawsome caters to a wide array of customers though
it seems their services are most popular with Golden Retrievers and Miniature
Schnauzers. Recently, the mobile grooming service has expanded and now take in
feline customers as well. “Most cats are generally unpredictable and can be
much more dangerous to groom due to their dislike for water, making showering a
difficult task,” says Ian.
Want the latest updates, do ‘like’ their Facebook page.
Labels: awesome pawsome, dogs, grooming, miniature schnauzer, pet grooming, pets, review, shampoo
Review: Burt’s Bees for Fido?
Head to any Sephora and more often than not; you will be drawn to the wide selection of Burt’s Bees lip balms and skincare products.
This time, your furkid can revel in the goodness this Earth-friendly brand has to offer. Introducing Burt’s Bees line of shampoos for dogs. After considering The Wong Dogs needs (allergies, intolerance etc) and which smell would appeal to me the most (hey, I hug them so much. Of course it matters!) I decided to go with Burt's Bees Soothing Skin Shampoo with Honey & Eucalyptus.
Cory: He smelt fresh throughout the week and the Honey made his already smooth coat feel like silk.
Cole: Due to the nature of his coat, it did not get any smoother though it definitely made his dark-as-night fur shinier. Usually, bigger canines tend to smell funky faster as compared to their smaller counterparts, but this held up very well and lasted for almost five days.
*I had friends commenting that Cole's coat got smoother to the touch after one use too!*
The last I heard, response has been overwhelming and there are plans to bring in more products from this range in the coming months.
To make this deal even sweeter, here is a promo code to enjoy $5 off: BURTSBEES5
For more information, visit their website here
Labels: burt'sbees, dogs, review, shampoo, skincare
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