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Dog Services

Is Pet Insurance Necessary?

As a pet owner and pet lover, when adopting a fur baby one of the first questions we ask ourselves is “ should I get pet insurance?”  There’s no way to tell what will happen in the future, you can’t predict if your pet will get sick or how much it will cost. No matter how careful or responsible we are, our puppies always seem to find and eat something they shouldn’t and kittens climb and stumble off high surfaces. An unexpected visit to the vet and a hefty veterinary bill,makes us wonder if we should get pet insurance… 

 

Pet Insurance Pros

  • Provides your pet with affordable care.
  • Costly emergency procedures are usually covered. 
  • Most offer discounts when insuring one or more pets, or for purchasing a year plan.
  • You can customize your coverage.

Pet Insurance Cons

  • With some plans, pre-existing conditions may not be covered.
  • Many breed specific conditions may not be covered.
  • You are likely to pay for more than you get back.

 

 

Pet health insurance works similar to property insurance. You purchase coverage from an insurance provider, and your plan reimburses you for certain expenses related to your pet’s healthcare. With most insurance companies you get reimbursed up to 80-90% of the vet bill, after your deductible is met. 

 

What Most Plans Cover

  • Unexpected injuries/accidents 
  • Unexpected illnesses
  • Surgery
  • Prescription medication 
  • Emergency exam fees

 

What Is Not Covered

  • Pre-existing conditions 
  • Routine care/ wellness exams
  • Preventative care
  • Spay / Neuter
  • Vaccinations

 

Most pet owners don’t think about a vet budget when they adopt a pet, and we don’t blame you! Families are so eager to introduce a new pet into their lives that they adopt first and worry about expenses later. We know how expensive adopting a pet can be, so we’ve come up with a reasonably priced alternative to pet insurance, Splash and Dash’s Routine Care Memberships!  Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique is a pet store franchise that lives by the motto, “ Play Dirty — Live Clean.” They’re known for their Routine Care Memberships that allow you to bring your dog in for a bath and brush, once a month, once a week or unlimited amount of times with ZERO hassles! 

 

 

In addition to a bath and brush, enjoy a complimentary 6 point wellness check, sent directly to your phone, after every routine care visit! The 6 point wellness check is a convenient and FREE feature that is included in the Routine Care Memberships. If you don’t want to spend money on pet insurance for your fur baby, signing up for a Routine Care Membership is going to be the most cost-efficient alternative.

 

The 6 point wellness check covers inspections on your dogs:

  • Nails
  • Ears
  • Coat
  • Behavior
  • Teeth & Gums
  • Skin
June 22, 2021/by emilylosasso
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Welcome to Raleigh– A Dog Friendly Community

Raleigh is a city of dog lovers!  According to estimates provided by the American Veterinary Medical Association, a city the size of Raleigh is likely to have 65,000 dog-owning households. Making Raleigh the perfect place to open a Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique! There are dozens of parks and dog-friendly businesses.

Eat

Bring your fur baby with you to eat at these tasty restaurants in Raleigh:

Flying Biscuit Cafe

2016 Clark Ave

 

The Flying Biscuit Cafe is known for their grits and biscuits! They bake almost 5,000 biscuits per week. This cute and quaint neighborhood cafe is the perfect breakfast spot to take your fur baby to. Their large outdoor patio is dog-friendly and your pup will be greeted with a bowl of water. 

 

MoJoe’s Burger Joint
620 Glenwood Ave

MoJoe’s Burger Joint has been in business for 16 years and is known for their great service, dog friendly patio and customizable burgers. “We hand patty our Premium Sterling Silver beef every day, and you can choose from a 6 ounce, 10 ounce, or “Hall of Fame” one pound freshly grilled burger.  Our topping choices are plentiful!” 

 

Hummingbird
1053 E Whitaker Mill Rd STE 111

 

“Hummingbird is a unique establishment with a little something for a lot of different people, and we have an eclectic set of interests. We hope to be a melting pot where differences matter less and the shared common ground is the enjoyment of time spent together.” Stop by with your pup for some delicious New Orleans inspired cuisine!

 

Drink

Because what’s better than enjoying a drink with your fur baby at your feet?

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium

328 W Morgan St

 

The Flying Saucer Draught Emporium offers 200+ global beers & American pub fare in tavernlike surroundings. Known for their $4 Mondays where EVERY beer on their draft wall is just $4. They have a large outdoor seating area where you and your fur baby can kick-back and relax!

 

Neuse River Brewing & Brasserie
518 Pershing Rd

 

Almost every single Google review for Neuse River Brewing & Brasserie mentions the great outdoor seating and dog-friendly atmosphere! We LOVE to hear that! “ There are usually several dogs hanging outside with their owners.” This is most definitely a dog owner’s hot spot!

 

Brier Creek Beer Garden
8521 Brier Creek Pkwy

 

Brier Creek Beer Garden is a laid-back haunt with a dog and kid friendly patio! They offer a wide range of craft beers & creative bar food. “Nothing ever tasted better than a cold beer on a beautiful afternoon with nothing to look forward to than more of the same,” says novelist Hugh Hood.

 

 

Grooming & Boutique
Taking your dog to the pet store can be fun for both of you. There are toys, clothes and so much more you can explore together. There are several options for pet stores inLouisville. Dogs need a bath and grooming too! 

Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique

5321 Tin Roof Way Suite 3

 

 

Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique is the premier dog grooming service in the Raleigh area. Splash and Dash breaks away from the typical “big box” pet stores (Petco/Pet Supplies Plus). The great thing about Splash and Dash is that it’s family owned and run, they offer professional grooming services and natural dog treats and products. When you think of Raleigh Dog Grooming, you think of Splash and Dash.

All Splash and Dash products, dog food, and dog treats are 100% sourced in the USA and USDA approved. All of their dog treats are 7 Human-Grade ingredients or less. Play dirty, Live clean, Eco-Friendly dog supplies are in abundance around Splash and Dash. Splash and Dash Memberships start at $39.95 a month! This unique monthly membership offered by Splash and Dash allows your pup to get unlimited baths and brushes all month long. Splash and Dash is the top groomer in the Raleigh area.

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Pet Supermarket
6325-51 Falls of Neuse Rd

Chain with pet food & supplies, such as toys, beds and apparel. Most locations offer petcare and pet adoptions.

 

Adopt

 

Second Chance Pet Adoptions

6003 Chapel Hill Rd #133, Raleigh, NC 27607

“Second Chance Pet Adoptions is the oldest no-kill rescue organization in Wake County. At Second Chance, our mission is to champion homeless cats and dogs who are healthy or treatable in the quest to find their forever home and engage with our community to promote responsible pet ownership-ultimately reducing future generations of homeless animals.”

 

SPCA

200 Petfinder Ln, Raleigh, NC 27603

“To transform the lives of pets and people through protection, care, education, and adoption. Our vision is to create a humane community.” The SPCA also has a spay and neuter clinic!

Play

 

Dog Park at Dix Park
801 Biggs Dr

Dogs and their owners are invited to run, play and relax at this off-leash dog park. The 3+ acre dog park is open to the public seven days a week and includes separate areas for small and large dogs. 

 

Carolina Pines Dog Park
2305 Lake Wheeler Rd

Pups will love this off-leash fenced in dog park that has lots of shaded areas and drinking water. There are two sides, one for small dogs and one for large dogs.


Oakwood Dog Park
910 Brookside Dr

This off-leash dog park is 12.7 acres, plenty of room for your fur baby to run around in and have fun! Dogs are welcome to roam free off-leash from sunrise to sunset.

 

 

Sleep

 

 

Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

10020 Sellona St

Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek welcomes dogs up to 40lbs for no additional fee. This hotel is a great place to stay if you have a long layover in Raleigh or if you want to stay close to the local airport. If your dog is over 40lbs there is a $100 fee per stay. Cats are not allowed.

 

Hyatt Place North Raleigh Midtown

1105 Navaho Drive

Hyatt Place North Raleigh Midtown allows two pets with a combined weight up to 75lbs for an additional fee of $75. Guests traveling with pets are assigned to rooms on the first and second floors. Both cats and dogs are welcome! There is a grassy pet relief area on the property as well.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Raleigh SW NC State

3741 Thistledown Dr

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites welcomes two dogs up to 35lbs for an additional fee of $25 per night, and two dogs over 35lbs for $50 per night. All guests with dogs are assigned rooms on the ground floor, for your convenience. There is a large grassy field behind the hotel you can take your pup to run around in!

 

Incase of an Emergency

 

Care First Animal Hospital at Glenwood

5725 Glenwood Ave

With 30+ years of being in business, your pup is guaranteed to get taken care of at Care First Animal Hospital at Glenwood! “We hope to always provide the highest quality of Raleigh Veterinary services in order to offer your pet a long, fulfilling life with its family.”

 

Quail Corners Animal Hospital

1613 E Millbrook Rd

Quail Corners Animal Hospital is open 24 hours for emergency care. “ Just like you, our pets are family and we are grateful for the truth you place in us to care for them.” They also offer online food and medicine ordering services for your pet!

 

 

June 3, 2021/by emilylosasso
Dog Services, Fun With The Dog, Pet Services

Welcome to Louisville– A Dog Friendly Community

There is no doubt about it that Louisville is a city built for dogs, making it the perfect place to open a Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique! There are dozens of parks and dog-friendly businesses.

Eat

Bring your fur baby with you to eat at these tasty restaurants in Louisville:

 

Garage Bar
700 E Market St.

Garage Bar is housed in a former auto service garage in downtown Louisville’s vibrant East Market or NuLu Neighborhood. They are known for their tasty wood-fired brick oven pizzas and have a great outdoor seating area, purfect for your fur baby!

Blind Squirrel

592 N English Station Rd

 

Blind Squirrel is a restaurant and bar with over 15,000 square feet of entertainment! Featuring an enormous patio area, outside games, large fire pit and 6 volleyball sand courts. It’s safe to say Blind Squirrel is extremely dog friendly.

 

Flanagan’s Ale House

934 Baxter Ave

 

Flanagan’s Ale House is a charming neighborhood pub that happens to be dog friendly! Have your pup tag along with you to the weekly trivia and poker games.

 

 

Drink

Because what’s better than enjoying a drink with your fur baby at your feet?

 

PG&J’s Dog Park Bar

800 Baxter Ave

PG&J’s Dog Park Bar is Louisville’s first dog park bar! If you love local craft beer and dogs, then you’ve found your new favorite bar.

Nach Bar

969 Charles St

Nachbar is a hip, laid-back neighborhood bar with a roomy and dog-friendly outdoor area. They are known for their imported beers and whiskey. 

 

 

The Hub

2235 Frankfort Ave

 

The Hub is stylish and industrial, with an expansive patio perfect for your pup! Known for their Southern eats, specifically their fried chicken and grits. 

 

Grooming & Boutique
Taking your dog to the pet store can be fun for both of you. There are toys, clothes and so much more you can explore together. There are several options for pet stores inLouisville. Dogs need a bath and grooming too! 

Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique

13401 Shelbyville Rd #105

Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique is the premier dog grooming service in the Louisville area. Splash and Dash breaks away from the typical “big box” pet stores (Petco/Pet Supplies Plus). The great thing about Splash and Dash is that it’s family owned and run, they offer professional grooming services and natural dog treats and products. When you think of Louisville Dog Grooming, you think of Splash and Dash.

All Splash and Dash products, dog food, and dog treats are 100% sourced in the USA and USDA approved. All of their dog treats are 7 Human-Grade ingredients or less. Play dirty, Live clean, Eco-Friendly dog supplies are in abundance around Splash and Dash. Splash and Dash Memberships start at $39.95 a month! This unique monthly membership offered by Splash and Dash allows your pup to get unlimited baths and brushes all month long. Splash and Dash is the top groomer in the Louisville area. 

splash and dash st james dogs

 

Petco Dog Grooming
1963 S Hurstbourne Pkwy

Chain with pet food & supplies, such as toys, beds & apparel (many offer pet services & adoptions). Although dog grooming services here aren’t of the highest quality, they have many products to choose from.

Adopt

 

Animal House Adoption Center
3516 Newburg Rd

Where homeless shelter pets from Louisville Metro Animal Services go to be adopted! They have a large selection of pets looking for a loving home.

Animal Care Society
12207 Westport Rd

Louisville’s first no kill shelter — in business for 27 years and still going strong! They have placed 12,000 pets in devoted and loving homes. 

 

Play

 

Morton Avenue Dog Park
1500 Morton Ave

They have chew toys, tennis balls, water and disposal buckets available for free. There is also a good amount of space and lots of friendly dogs.

 

Cochran Hill Dog Run
740 Cochran Hill Rd

This two-acre park is divided into a one-acre small dog area and a one-acre area for all dog use. The park also features baggies for cleanup and water for dogs. An official Louisville Dog Run Association Dog Park Permit is required to use this park

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Iroquois Park
2120 Rundill Rd

Located south of downtown, Iroquois Park is known as “ Louisville’s Yellowstone”. The 725- acre park is the perfect spot to take your pup!

 

Sleep

 

The Seelbach Hilton Louisville
500 S 4th St

This historic and classic hotel is pet- friendly! If you’re just visiting Louisville for a vacation and need a pet-friendly hotel this is the place for you.

Residence Inn by Marriott Louisville Northeast
3500 Springhurst Commons Dr

This modern all-suite hotel is pet-friendly! The perfect hotel for you and your fur baby while in Louisville.

 

Incase of an Emergency

 

Jefferson Animal Hospital
4504 Outer Loop
6902 Bardstown Rd

Jefferson Animal Hospital has been in business for 40+ years and they have two locations! It’s safe to say that they are a safe place to take your fur baby.

 

Springhurst Animal Hospital
9909 Brownsboro Rd

Springhurst Animal Hospital has been in business for 20+ years! They offer emergency care, allergy testing, vaccinations and pet dentistry. 

 

May 27, 2021/by emilylosasso
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Why you should Always De-Shed your Dog

Everyone who has a dog with the kind of hair that sheds knows what a struggle it can be to keep all that shedding hair under control. It’s not an easy task, but there are many things that can be done to minimize the unwanted shedding. First we need to understand why dogs shed in the first place..

Why do Dogs Shed?

A dog’s hair grows in cycles, shedding is a normal process in the life cycle of each individual hair. The initial phase is when the hair shaft is actively growing, however when the hair reaches maturity it enters a resting phase, and this is where the shedding comes into play.

All dogs shed to some certain degree, it’s a natural process that allows their new coat to come in. However, some breeds tend to shed more than others, and breeds with slow growing hair shed very little. No matter what breed of dog you have, knowing all about the need to deshed your dog will help you deal with the insurmountable amount of hair your dog may be leaving around the house.

No one wants their home, car, clothing, or even furniture being covered with dog hair. For dogs, shedding can be very uncomfortable, itchy, and can even sometimes cause skin complications. This means that deshedding a dog is more of a necessity, especially during a seasonal shed. Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique advises that you deshed your dog at minimum once a month, more so if your dog is prone to shedding.

My Allergies Go Crazy When I’m Around A Dog Who is Shedding!

dog shedding

A common misconception is that animal hair aggravated allergies, however the real culprit is the dead skin cells that shed with it. The dog hair itself is not a significant allergen, but the dander (dead skin cells that are continually shed). Dander collects airborne allergens such as pollen, dust, and mold spores. 

Removing the shedding hair will stop this process, and dramatically reduce these allergens and the dander on your dog.

 

Why Can’t I just Cut the Hair Off?

Simply cutting all of your dogs hair off is not going to totally eliminate shedding. The shedding will involve shorter hair, however no matter the length, shedding hair needs to be manually removed (by brushing or de-shedding methods).

Another problem is that if you cut your dog’s hair very short all over, there is a chance that your dog’s hair may not grow back properly.

 

But what exactly does de-shedding a Dog mean?

Deshedding a dog is basically a removal of a dog’s loose undercoat hair. When you deshed your dog, you’re helping them get rid of hair that will eventually end up on furniture and clothes. This will benefit your dog in many ways, making them more comfortable and keeping their coat and skin healthy.

 

My Dog sheds even after multiple de-sheddings?

Although shedding is very common in dogs, excessive shedding can also be a sign of certain diseases. Dr Alison Diesel, DVM at Texas College of Veterinary Medicine explains that any excessive shedding and scratching is a sign for you to book a vet visit.

Another explanation for your dogs excessive shedding is that you didn’t deshed correctly or professionally. At Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique we offer a “Shed No More” deshed service that will assure your dog is deshed naturally and safely every time. In addition the service is guaranteed to work.

 

Year-Round Dog Shedding

dog shedding

No matter what type of dog you have, all animals with hair shed on a regular basis. This is a natural part of the life cycle of hair shafts within the follicles. All hair shafts go through phases of growth and shedding no matter the breed. These phases affect the rate of hair growth and usually vary depending on breed, age, hormones, environment and overall health of the dog.

Dogs like Poodles and Yorkshire Terriers continuously grow hair, which mean their hair shafts have longer life spans and shed very little. On the other hand, dogs like Labradors and Huskies have a shorter hair shaft life span and more abundant undercoats, resulting in greater shedding.

 

Seasonal Dog Shedding

Dogs will shed extra during Spring and Fall, all the more reason to get your pup into Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique today. Most dogs are double-coated, which means they have undercoats and top coats. The top coat is often what you see and feel on the outside, while the undercoat is made up of secondary hairs that grow around the primary hairs.

Seasonal shedding often occurs as a result of temperature change. This process is often referred to as “blowing coat.” When the weather warms, dogs often shed their old winter undercoats to eventually make way for a lighter summer coat. This process is reversed for winter, when dogs shed their lighter undercoats and grow a thicker and warmer coat.

 

What is Stress Shedding?

Have you ever taken your dog to the veterinarian and suddenly found yourself covered in their hair? Is your car full of hair every time you take them for a ride?

Nervousness, Excitement, and stress can be trigger points for a dog’s hair to shed. You may notice some stress shedding in the first twenty-four hours following your dog’s appointment. However after that you will see a dramatic reduction in the amount of unwanted hair on your dog and in your home!

 

What can I do at Home?

A healthy coat starts from the inside out. Feed your dog a good diet of high quality food. There are many tools that aid in the removal of hair to help you care for your dog between his grooming appointments, and each one is design to do a specific job. Your Splash and Dash Groomer can help you select the tools that will work best for your dog and then show you how to use them.

Your Dog will enjoy the time you spend together and all the attention they receive during your at home grooming sessions. With help from our specialty salon, you will be able to think less about shedding hair – and spend more time enjoying your time together.

 

Take control over your Dog’s shedding

Routine grooming is absolutely essential for all dogs. Brushing or combing your dog helps to remove dead hairs before they can fall on your carpet, bedding and furniture. It will also prevent those dead hairs from forming mats on your dog’s coat, that can eventually harm the skin.

Take control over your Dog’s shedding before it’s too late and you’re googling how to deshed your furniture. Save that sofa, Schedule an appointment with our professional groomers today.

dog shedding

  • Dogs shed seasonally as a result of weather change
  • Shedding is uncomfortable for your dog, and inconvenient for your furniture
  • Routine grooming is absolutely essential for all dogs
  • Deshedding your dog regularly keeps their coat and skin healthy
  • Deshedding prevents skin irritations and complications

 

Our “Shed No More” deshed service is a miracle service that is designed specifically to give your dog sleek, detangled fur free of excess hair. The proprietary blend does more than just smell amazing while cleaning your pet; it also helps remove excess hair and breaks down mats.

It will keep your home free of tumble fur, that nasty condition where clumps of fur roam your home, making their way into every crevice and inflames allergies.  Remember Splash and Dash guarantees our service will produce results.

For a limited time, we’re inviting you to take advantage of this amazing service at a discounted price. Book your appointment today! We guarantee you’ll notice the difference or we’ll do it again for free!

August 13, 2018/by brianchildress
Pet News

Can you Clone your Dog?

During a recent interview, Barbra Streisand revealed that she had her late dog Samantha cloned after passing away last year. Ms. Streisand revealed that two of her three Coton de Tulear dogs were clones. Specifically, the two dogs named Miss Violet and Miss Scarlett, both had been cloned from cells taken from the mouth and stomach of Samantha.

Barbra Streisand cloned dogs

How new is this technology?

Cloning dogs may be new to some of you, but the process has been available to the high-paying public for over a decade now. The first cloned dog was created in 2005, an Afghan hound named Snuppy in South Korea, named after “Seoul National University puppy”. Snuppy actually lived a full 10 years before she died of cancer. Afghan hounds typically live for 11 years, so this was considered a successful dog cloning. To take it a step even further, scientists cloned three new puppies from Snuppy, all have reportedly been living healthy and normal lives.

Companies like Sooam Biotech in South Korea, and Viagen in Texas offer the service to the high-paying public. On Their websites, both Sooam Biotech and ViaGen confirm that live births are used to create their clones.

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How are dog clones made?

In an interview with Scientific American, author of a book on dog cloning, John Wostendiek explained the process:

“In addition to the tissue sample of the original dog, cloners will need to harvest egg cells from dogs in heat, at least a dozen or so. And, after zapping the merged cells with electricity so they start dividing, they’ll need surrogate mother dogs to carry the puppies to birth.”

There is tons of science behind it, basically the nucleus is removed from the original donor’s eggs and injected with material from the animal to be cloned. This process usually takes around 60 days after injection (about the same as a normal dog pregnancy).

A video by BuzzFeed showing how dog cloning works:

Are cloned animals healthy?

This largely depends on how you define “healthy.”

Believe it or not the FDA actually monitors the cloning of animals like goats and sheep. According to the agency’s website, cloned animals are generally healthy. Dog cloning can be a little more complicated because of the advancement of their reproductive system. At the Sooam Biotech lab in Korea, the process requires operating on the egg donor and the surrogate mother – two dogs who are rented from a lab-animal provider. It’s not exactly clear what happens after those two dogs are no longer needed.

The company has told media outlets in the past that the dog cloning process works only about 33 to 40 percent of the time, which means the chance of a miscarriage is highly likely. Of course, the general public only hears about the successful dog cloning and not the failures from the lab. However, after the cloning process is successful, the cloned dog has a very high chance of living a full and healthy life.

Will the clone act the same as the original dog?

Although the cloned animal contains the exact same genes as their donor, they still will have slight variations with how these genes are expressed. There can be different markings on their coat, different eye color even. Personalities vary as well, this isn’t a surprise though as dog personality is highly influenced by the environment and manner in which the puppy is born, something that is tough to replicate in a lab.

dog cloning done in labs in south korea

It wouldn’t be 2018 without some controversy

Although animals in the agriculture industry at typically highly regulated, cloning dogs is largely unregulated. Without public data it’s difficult to put an exact number on how many dogs are cloned annually. Many animal advocacy groups such as the Humane Society and Peta, oppose the practice.

In a statement release by Vicki Katrina of the Humane Society:

“The Humane Society of the United States opposes cloning of any animals for commercial purposes due to major animal welfare concerns. Companies that offer to clone pets profit off of distraught pet lovers by falsely promising a replica of a beloved pet. With millions of deserted dogs and cats in need of a home, pet cloning is completely unnecessary”

Peta President Ingrid Newkirk also voiced her opinion on the matter:

“We all want our beloved dogs to live forever, but while it may sound like a good idea, cloning doesn’t achieve that – instead, it creates a new and different dog who has only the physical characteristics of the original.  Animal’s personalities, quirks, and very essence simply cannot be replicated, and when you consider that millions of wonderful adoptable dogs are languishing in animal shelters every year or dying in terrifying ways when abandoned, you realize that cloning adds to the homeless-animal population crisis.”

Dog Cloning

Final Thoughts on dog cloning

Whether you agree or not, cloning dogs is here to stay, unless laws are passed that would stop the cloning of dogs for the future. The $50,000 price tag is steep to many, but the chance of possibly “prolonging” the life of a loved one is priceless to some. All of Us at Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique love all dogs, cloned or not.

March 1, 2018/by brianchildress
Pet News

Splash and Dash Highlights Its Safe Dog Grooming Practices For All Pets

Splash and Dash for Dogs Highlights Its Safe Dog Grooming Practices For All Pets

In the Midst of ‘PETCO Dryer Cage’ Incident, Splash and Dash Reminds All Pet Parents of the Safe Drying Methods That Should be Practiced By All Pet Stores for Safe Dog Grooming

 

St. Petersburg, FL – June 9, 2015 – During a routine dog grooming appointment at PETCO’s Midlothian store, a dog named Colby died after being placed in a dryer cage too long. Colby’s death was the result of the store’s animal care protocol not being properly followed by employees.

Seeing this incident as a huge issue, Splash and Dash Groomerie and Boutique, one of America’s go-to sources for all things pet-related, strives to make sure that your pet is always safe and secure in a comfortable environment at all times.

“For pet parents, bathing and brushing are never-ending tasks, so safety should always be key,” says CEO of Splash and Dash, Dan J. Barton. “At Splash and Dash, our employees hand dry your dog, followed by a gentle brush out – so an incident like that will never happen at any of our locations.”

With safety being a top concern, Splash and Dash also encourages all customers to take advantage of their ‘10 Point Wellness Review’, where your pet is thoroughly examined and you are informed of all details regarding any area that needs to be addressed with possible solutions. Over time, you can track your pet’s score and use it to monitor any changes that may occur. These areas include: teeth, gums, and mouth; skin and coat; overall physique and behavior; and eyes, ears, and nose. This check is free with every dog grooming visit every time.

Petco said that it plans to retrain all groomers nationwide, but a life was already lost, and cannot be replaced. SAFETY COMES FIRST!

To date, Splash and Dash currently has locations in:
California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Maine, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,Texas, Utah and Australia.

At a three-year growth rate of over 2119% annually, Splash and Dash for Dogs is featured as one of Inc. 500’s America’s Fastest Growing Companies for 2014.

For more information, please visit www.splashanddashfordogs.com. For high-res images, samples, interviews, or any questions, please contact Lamont Johnson at Lamont@ArtDepartmentPR.com. 

June 10, 2015/by Dan J. Barton

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2015 inc 500 America's fastest growing private companies, Splash and Dash for Dogs

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Rank: #296

3 year growth rate of 1,550 %

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