The Pampered Pet Grooming Salon

Does your dog get a TON of sleep every day? Do you ever wonder why and how they can sleep so much? It may seem excessive, but sleeping for long periods is a natural part of the dog lifestyle. Dogs can tend to spend 50 percent of the day sleeping, 30 percent awake but lying around, and 20 percent being active. The Pampered Pet is here to explain some of the factors involved that can affect the amount of sleep your dog needs, including the dog's age and size, life changes, and health. Factors That Can Affect the Amount of Sleep Your Dog Needs Dog's Age and Size On average, dogs can spend 12-14 hours a day sleeping. Older dogs may need large amounts of sleep because of their age. They tire out more easily in their old age and need their rest in order to function properly. However, puppies, similar to babies, spend a lot of time exhausting their energy while playing and exploring their new surroundings. Due to this, they might need as much as 18-20 hours of sleep. Bigge...

Our grooming salon at the Lake of the Ozarks LOVES to pamper every precious pet we have the honor of grooming. Throughout our many years of experience, we have come to realize that there are actually many reasons and events to get your dog groomed for. Whether you have a large dog or small dog, every dog deserves to be pampered and groomed. A good groom will do your dog good. In this blog, the Pampered Pet will give you 6 reasons or events you should get your dog groomed for. Reasons or Events to Get Your Dog Groomed For Will Your Dog Be In A Wedding? If so, they should look their best! They will be seen by many people and that is worth getting them professionally groomed. Holidays Thanksgiving and Christmas are right around the corner. Think of all of the family pictures your precious pets will be in. This is a GREAT reason for a fresh groom. The Perfect Spa Day Every dog deserves a day of relaxation, just like humans do. A day of pampering can help your dog ...

Here at the Pampered Pet , we have enjoyed getting to know our clients and it has been an amazing journey to get where we are today. Our dog grooming salon in Sunrise Beach not only provides grooming, but also dog boarding and dog day care with a home away from home feel. Through providing those services, we have met some great people and received some great reviews. These reviews were just too good not to share. In this blog, we are featuring some of the kind words we have received from loyal clients. Fantastic Client Reviews Thanks Julie!! You take such good care of my babies!!! Again I am so happy to have found you!! Valerie McGrath Camdenton, Missouri Julie I've been doing a lot of advertising for you. Just want to tell you how much I appreciate your hard work and the tender care you have for my Casey. This past week he's been a little on the weak side and I'm not really sure what's going on. I know he's getting old and his loss of eye sight se...

Our dogs are parts of our family. They mean so much to us and make the BEST companions. As many of you know, our furry friends like to occasionally roll around in the dirt and “be dogs.” When our dogs get dirty, we want to take care of them, which is why the best grooming salon at the Lake of the Ozarks would like for you to know the benefits of using natural dog shampoo when bathing your dog. There are dog shampoos out there that can be harmful to your dog and the Pampered Pet just wants you to be prepared when cleaning your dog. In this blog, we will explain what a natural dog shampoo is, the benefits of using natural dog shampoo on your dog, and dog grooming services that are available to you right here at the Lake of the Ozarks. What is a Natural Dog Shampoo? There are many different kinds of dog shampoos on the market these days. Some dog shampoos are highly marketed and can be harmful to your pet because they contain chemicals that can be hard on the skin. Natural...

Have you ever witnessed your dog looking VERY uncomfortable? Maybe he or she is scratching or biting at his or her fur quote a bit? This could be a sign that your dog is not being regularly groomed. Think about it this way, would you allow your child to go to school with their hair unbrushed every day, probably not. In this blog, our grooming salon at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to give you a few tips on how to groom your dog properly.  Dog Grooming Tips 1. Create a dog grooming routine and stick to it. Brush your dog regularly every day, the Pampered Pet suggests you brush your dog at least twice a day. This will allow you to help prevent matting and tangles. Regular brushing can keep your dogs fur in good condition by removing dirt, spreading natural oils throughout his or her coat. This can also help your dog's skin to be clean and irritant-free. In addition, brushing your dog on a regular basis also gives you the opportunity to check for ticks, fleas, ...