full groom
A top to tail groom, finished to suit your dog's coat.
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Sophie grooms dogs of every size and coat type from her studio on White Ash Rd in South Normanton. Full grooms, hand-stripping, bath and blow-dry, nail trims and puppy grooms, all done by hand.
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One dog at a time, groomed by hand
Every coat is different, so every groom is worked out with you first. Tell Sophie about your dog and she will talk you through what suits them.
hand-strip
Hand-stripping for wiry coats that need the old hair pulling out rather than clipping.
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bath and blow-dry
A proper wash and a full dry, for dogs who just need freshening up.
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nail trim
A quick nail trim, on its own or added to a groom.
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puppy groom
A gentle first visit to get a puppy used to being handled, washed and dried.
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trusted by local dog owners
Rated 5 out of 5 from 4 Google reviews.
“Sophie is the best groomer I've used! My boy looks the best he's ever looked! Will definitely be using Sophie for all my dogs from now on!”
“Great service, very polite and friendly. Did a FABULOUS job! Would certainly recommend - we will definitely be back!”
FAQs
frequently asked question about
Sophie grooms all sorts, from spaniel crosses to wiry coats that need hand-stripping. Tell her the breed and the coat condition and she will say what she can do.
Yes, a bath and blow-dry is available on its own. You can add a nail trim to it if your dog needs one.
It is the way wiry coats are taken back by hand instead of with clippers. Ask Sophie whether your dog's coat suits it.
Yes, puppy grooms are one of the things Sophie does. The idea is a calm first experience of being handled, bathed and dried.
The studio is at 67 White Ash Rd, South Normanton, Alfreton DE55 3BF. Opening is at the weekend: Saturday 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Sunday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, closed Monday to Friday.
Ring or text Sophie on 07860 921102 and say what your dog needs. She will find you a weekend slot that works.
Good to know
A few notes from the studio
Short reads on keeping your dog comfortable between grooms.
Brushing between grooms, and why it matters
How a few minutes with a brush keeps knots from turning into mats. What to look for behind the ears, under the legs and along the belly.
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Getting a puppy used to the groomer
Small things you can do at home, like touching paws and ears, so a first groom feels familiar rather than strange.
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Knowing when nails need doing
The signs that nails have gone too long, including clicking on hard floors and a change in how your dog stands.
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