For an appointment
call, text or email:
JJ Stansfield
613 614 8287
admin@goodlookingdog.com
Location:
1701 Kilborn Ave
Apt 415
Ottawa, ON, K1H6M8
Canada
(Buzz # 0415)
call, text or email:
JJ Stansfield
613 614 8287
admin@goodlookingdog.com
Location:
1701 Kilborn Ave
Apt 415
Ottawa, ON, K1H6M8
Canada
(Buzz # 0415)
Contact
I generally listen to voicemail messages at the end of the day, so texting will elicit a faster response. As a courtesy, please avoid texting on Sundays, Mondays and after 7pm.
* Cash or Cheque
* Can I stay with my dog?
Sorry, no. Dogs act differently around their owners. More anxious, more fearful, more happy, more hyper, etc. They are not their normal selves. I work very patiently to earn your dog's trust and calm them so the grooming goes smoothly. I want to earn their friendship and I can't do that when they are constantly distracted by your presence. It is also more dangerous working with scissors and clippers on a dog that simply wants to reach its' owner.
* Do you cage the dogs?
I manually dry all the dogs so have no need for a cage dryer. If I need to separate a dog(s), for whatever reason, I simply use a gate in a doorway. Besides that, they have the run of the house.
* Do you muzzle aggressive dogs?
As a rule, no. I've used a muzzle on one dog only, simply because it was too dangerous not to. If a dog has a history of serious aggression I may use an E-collar while I groom. It restricts the dog from biting me while at the same time not confining his/her face. I feel it retains a dog's dignity and freedom of movement which is very important when earning a dog's trust. If your dog is simply a 'nipper' (nips when nervous) I don't constrain them. I just use patience and affection.
* Do you sedate dogs?
No. That's cheating.
* Are there breeds you won't groom?
I no longer groom Chows. Washing and drying Chow hair is a nightmare that I have decided to avoid. My apologies to the Chow owners that are looking for a groomer.
* What do you charge?
The price depends on the breed, coat condition, and style you want.
Small dogs (i.e. Shih Tzu, Maltese, Yorkies, Lhasa Apso) start at $50 for a full groom. If you want a style that involves more work such as a Puppy cut or Teddy Bear cut, the price would start at $70.
Medium sized dogs (i.e. Welsh Terrier, Wheaten, Large Cocker Spaniel) start at $70.
Large breed dogs (i.e. Golden Retriever, Giant Schnauzer) start at $100.
The really big breeds (i.e. Leonberger, Newfoundlander) start at $150.
* What payment type do you accept?
Cash or Cheque only.
* Do you take students?
I don't have the space to teach. I do give lessons on how to maintain your dog's coat between groomings and how to clip their nails. Any of my clients may request a session, free of charge.
* Do you board dogs?
No. I don't have a kennel license.
* Can I meet with you and view your facilities?
No. I do not give interviews so that people can decide if I am capable or worthy. It is a big waste of my precious time. This is not a facility, it is my HOME. The only characters allowed to inspect my home are the dogs. Trust me, your baby is my baby too!
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