Allow 2–3 hrs
Full groom
Health check, pre-bath groom, bath with shampoo chosen for your dog’s coat, dry, then a breed cut or the style you want. Finished with nails and a little doggy cologne.
Request a full groom →One dog. One groomer. No cages, ever.
Calm, one-to-one grooming at your dog’s own pace, in a quiet salon where your dog is the only one in the room.
🐾Nervous dog? See how Lauren handles their worries ↓- Only one dog in the salon at a time
- No restraints, crates or cabinet dryers
- Breaks whenever needed, with a secure outdoor area
- Natural products, no harsh chemicals
- Free parking, just off the A380
- All breeds, all sizes
- City & Guilds qualified
- Fully insured
Nervous dog? Start here
What worries your dog about grooming?
Tap everything that sounds familiar. You’ll see exactly how Lauren handles each one, then send it with your request so she’s ready before you arrive.
Tap a worry to see how it’s handled
- 🐾 Your dog’s calm plan builds here. Each worry you tap gets a straight answer, not a sales line.
Adds these notes to your request. Rather talk first? Call Lauren on 07833 899831
Never miss a groom
Plan your dog’s grooming year
Every coat has its own rhythm. Tell us about your dog and we’ll map out when they’ll need Lauren next, then put reminders in your calendar so you can book before the coat gets uncomfortable.
Your dog’s year appears hereStart typing a breed, e.g. Cockapoo, Westie or Labrador.
Next groom due
w/c Mon 16 Nov
Curly coat · every 4–6 weeks
- Groom due
- Christmas
Reminders land 10 days before each groom is due, with a one-tap link to text Lauren. Works with iPhone, Google and Outlook calendars.
Why owners switch to us
Inside your dog’s groom, minute by minute
Ever wondered what happens after you hand over the lead? Press play to see a typical visit, step by step, then flip to a busy salon and see the difference.
Time
9:00
1 dog in the room
Step 1 of 8
Hello & health check
How your dog is likely feelingRelaxed
Only your dog. No crates, no cabinet dryers, no rushing. Ever.
Request a calm groomTimes are typical and vary by breed and coat. Mood bar is illustrative.
Services
Every coat, every breed
Breed-standard or a bespoke trim that suits your dog’s shape, character and your lifestyle. Nails are checked and trimmed in every service.
Between full grooms
Bath & brush-up
Dead hair removal, two shampoos, blow or towel dry and a nail trim if needed. Ideal for busy dogs who are always on the go.
Request a bath →
Longer appointment
Hand stripping
Traditional hand stripping keeps the texture and colour of wire coats, instead of quicker methods that dull them. Ask if it suits your breed.
Ask about stripping →
From 4 months · Free consult
Puppy introduction
A gentle, step-by-step first experience of grooming so your puppy grows up relaxed about it.
See how it works →
New puppy?
Their first groom, made gentle
Our puppy programme gets puppies from 4 months used to the sounds, sensations and short separations of grooming, before their coat really needs it.
Free consultation
Get in touch and we’ll chat about exactly what your puppy needs.
Sniff & explore
A complimentary visit to sniff, cuddle and explore the salon. A big adventure!
First mini groom
Brushed, bathed, dried, with a little scissor work.
Relax
You’ve found a groomer who looks after your pride and joy like their own.
Meet your groomer
Hi, I’m Lauren
“I’ll treat your dog as part of my own family, with genuine care, affection and attention, so they feel relaxed, comfortable, happy and loved.”
Dogs (and my horses) have been part of my life forever. I work one-to-one with every dog, at their own pace, and I never cause stress or distress to any dog in my care.
- City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma
- Level 2 Certificate
- Pet First Aid certified
- Fully insured
- Ongoing training
- Where
- Paignton, just off the A380
- Parking
- Plenty of free parking with safe access to the salon
- Opening hours
- Monday to Friday 9am–5pm
Saturday 9am–1pm
Sunday closed - Time to allow
- 2–3 hours for most grooms; hand stripping takes longer
- Phone or text
- 07833 899831
- Torbay Dog Groomers