Let The Fur Fly Mobile Pet Grooming
Relax......We come to you!
Call for an Appointment (413)478-7918
Relax......We come to you!
Call for an Appointment (413)478-7918
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to hook up to my house for power or water?
No. My van is equipped with a commercial Onan generator which supplies all of our electricity. We have separate water tanks. One filled with fresh water and the other filled with used bath water. Unlike some other mobile grooming services that do not have the capability of providing warm bath water, my van is equipped with water heaters in order to provide a warm and cozy bath.
Why is a shave down sometimes more expensive than a regular haircut?
In many cases the animal is matted, has extremely thick hair, is excessively dirty or has other conditions which make a shaving not only more difficult than a normal haircut but usually necessary. Stripping, especially a dirty, matted coat also subjects our clippers and blades to unusual wear and tear, which can be costly to maintain or replace. In addition, great care and extra time is required in an effort to shave the coat evenly. A shave down requires a signed release form.
Why is mobile grooming more expensive than grooming done in a walk-in salon?
My motto is "Quality over Quantity." Mobile grooming is a specialized service that offers convenience and a one on one service from start to finish. Whereas, the majority of walk-in salons utilize an assembly line process and rely on a high volume of dogs in order to meet their monetary obligations.
Why is an appointment time often scheduled for an approximate time that spans an hour rather than an exact time?
There are several factors that contribute to the timeliness of arrival including traffic, weather and how long each groom takes. With this in mind I may be ahead or behind with my schedule; therefore, it is impossible for me to give you an exact time. Each client is important to me and I do my best to stay on time. However when an unexpected event occurs, I will contact you as soon as possible.
Is Mobile Grooming a seasonable business?
Absolutely not! Mobile Grooming is a year round business. Let The Fur Fly is equipped with air conditioning in the Summer and a furnace in the Winter. I value the relationships with my clients and hope that once you make a switch to mobile grooming you will allow me the opportunity to groom your pet on a regular basis.
No. My van is equipped with a commercial Onan generator which supplies all of our electricity. We have separate water tanks. One filled with fresh water and the other filled with used bath water. Unlike some other mobile grooming services that do not have the capability of providing warm bath water, my van is equipped with water heaters in order to provide a warm and cozy bath.
Why is a shave down sometimes more expensive than a regular haircut?
In many cases the animal is matted, has extremely thick hair, is excessively dirty or has other conditions which make a shaving not only more difficult than a normal haircut but usually necessary. Stripping, especially a dirty, matted coat also subjects our clippers and blades to unusual wear and tear, which can be costly to maintain or replace. In addition, great care and extra time is required in an effort to shave the coat evenly. A shave down requires a signed release form.
Why is mobile grooming more expensive than grooming done in a walk-in salon?
My motto is "Quality over Quantity." Mobile grooming is a specialized service that offers convenience and a one on one service from start to finish. Whereas, the majority of walk-in salons utilize an assembly line process and rely on a high volume of dogs in order to meet their monetary obligations.
Why is an appointment time often scheduled for an approximate time that spans an hour rather than an exact time?
There are several factors that contribute to the timeliness of arrival including traffic, weather and how long each groom takes. With this in mind I may be ahead or behind with my schedule; therefore, it is impossible for me to give you an exact time. Each client is important to me and I do my best to stay on time. However when an unexpected event occurs, I will contact you as soon as possible.
Is Mobile Grooming a seasonable business?
Absolutely not! Mobile Grooming is a year round business. Let The Fur Fly is equipped with air conditioning in the Summer and a furnace in the Winter. I value the relationships with my clients and hope that once you make a switch to mobile grooming you will allow me the opportunity to groom your pet on a regular basis.
What can I do to keep my pet from matting?
Here's a tip that should make your pets life and yours easier. If you don't have time to comb your dog or cat to the skin then don't bathe them! Washing a tangled dog or cat will have the same effect of washing a woolen sweater in hot water! The tangles shrink and tighten as they dry. Before his/her bath brush completely to the skin. Concentrate on chest stomach and armpits where friction and wet grass causes the most tangling. Ask me about the correct combs or brushes to use.Use products designed specifically for your type of pet. Remember your groomer would much rather groom a happy, mat-free pet than one that is miserably tangled and thinks groomers are bad guys because they pull their hair!
Here's a tip that should make your pets life and yours easier. If you don't have time to comb your dog or cat to the skin then don't bathe them! Washing a tangled dog or cat will have the same effect of washing a woolen sweater in hot water! The tangles shrink and tighten as they dry. Before his/her bath brush completely to the skin. Concentrate on chest stomach and armpits where friction and wet grass causes the most tangling. Ask me about the correct combs or brushes to use.Use products designed specifically for your type of pet. Remember your groomer would much rather groom a happy, mat-free pet than one that is miserably tangled and thinks groomers are bad guys because they pull their hair!
