Author: Perry Anderton

“Wow! What a great experience! When I took my cat in this morning she had matts all over her back legs and smaller knots throughout her coat. I have tried every technique I knew in trying to get them out but without success. Causing much stress for both parties. I eventually found out about Absolutely Animals, after extensive Google searching for a cat groomer, and that they had a Learn to Groom Your Own Cat course and booked onto it right away.

Heidi and Nicole were absolutely brilliant. The cat whisperers! Splodge was calm throughout the process and although she tried her usual squirming at some points she was told off very firmly but gently and she just allowed us to get on with it.

“I signed up for the half day groom your own cat course and am so glad I did because Heidi and Kay were fantastic! They were friendly and knowledgeable and I would recommend this course to all cat owners.

Speedy had knots and matting in her fur and I learnt the best technique to brush them out, how to clip her nails and how to hold her during her groom. I was amazed at how much Speedy enjoyed it – at home she would run and hide!

The course was worth every penny, I am confident enough to do future grooms and will save a small fortune on  professional grooming fees. I have already put the skills I learnt into practise with my other cat, and correct technique and confidence turned a usually stressful experience into an enjoyable one.
Thank you Heidi, Kay and the team!

Speedy’s coat is still looking great and the tip about keeping the cats on one surface for a few mins really worked!

Many thanks and best wishes

“As a long term owner of ‘curly coated dogs’ and as I prefer to clip my own, – particularly those that have anxiety issues, I was keen to learn to do it properly. I chose ‘Absolutely Animals because although they were a fair distance from my home, offered exactly the training I was seeking, and the reviews on their website confirmed that I was making a good choice.

“Dear Heidi, Nicole and Christine
I would like to thank you all for making us feel so welcome at the afternoon course we attended last week.
Having tried to introduce my cockerpoo Spooky to being groomed as a pup I decided to do this myself at home as he was becoming very distressed even at the sight of a salon. This suited us both. However, having had no previous instruction I was aware that I was in need of guidance.
I found Absolutely Animals online, offering a groom your own dog course which sounded perfect for our needs.
From the initial telephone enquiry and throughout the whole session I was impressed with the friendly, helpful and professional approach of the team.
From the moment I stepped into the salon I knew I had made the right choice. Both Spooky and I were given adequate time to relax and settle in.  Heidi gave valuable information and guidance in preparation for the session and her expertise and experience quickly put my often nervous pup at ease.
Our session was under the instruction of Nicole who I can not thank enough for her patience, skill, professionalism and support. I learnt so much during the afternoon and enjoyed every minute. Following Nicole’s demonstrations I could immediately see how all the tips and techniques would improve my own efforts in the future. Nicole also made her advice and training relevant to grooming in the home environment.
I will definitely be recommending both the salon and groom your own dog course to others. Once again very many thanks”

Jola and Spooky the Cockerpoo 2020