Pamper Your Pet II

No. We do not sedate dogs or cats. We try to get the groom done with love and patience only.

Sorry but no. You are the love of your pet's life and seeing you will set them off into a frenzy. This can be especially dangerous while grooming them, as we use sharp tools like scissors and clipper blades. Most pets are more stressed when the owner stays.

The only time we’ll insist on shaving your pet is when de-matting them becomes painful or too stressful. Remember: humanity before vanity.

No. However, we can make same-day appointments (if we have space available). For same-day appointments, you must understand that pets with an appointment have priority, so your pet may be in our salon for an extended period of time.

Regular brushing is healthy for follicle and skin care and will help get rid of the old dead undercoat, minimizing shedding.

To prepare your pet for their first bath, you can work on getting them to trust you in general. To do so, lay them down belly-up and gently touch their paws and ears, open their mouth, etc. Animals need to learn to be touched all over to be able to withstand grooming. Give your pet grooming tools to sniff and become comfortable with. Also, you can run bath water and let them become accustomed to being around running water. Finally, you can slowly acclimate them to the feel of a blow dryer. We recommend using treats as positive reinforcement and remaining positive throughout the experience.

We create a relaxed environment by nurturing and loving our canine clients. This helps reduce squirming and fussing.

You can bathe your pet as often as you like, so long as you use the right shampoo. Using the wrong shampoo can dry out their skin, causing more issues. Pamper Your Pet II can advise you on the appropriate shampoo for the dog or cat.

Dogs and cats often fear grooming because they dislike being separated from their owners. At Pamper Your Pet II, we ensure they feel safe and loved, and recommend owners show confidence during drop-off to help reduce pet anxiety.

Most grooms can be completed within four hours, depending on your pet’s temperament, coat condition, breed, size, and haircut type.

No. We do not sedate dogs or cats; all grooming is done with love and patience only.

No, owners cannot stay during grooming to avoid increasing pet stress and for safety reasons due to the use of sharp tools.

Shaving is only insisted upon when de-matting becomes painful or too stressful for your pet, prioritizing their comfort over appearance.

No, we require appointments. Same-day appointments may be available if space permits, but scheduled pets have priority.

Regular brushing helps maintain healthy follicles and skin, and removes dead undercoat to minimize shedding.

Acclimate your dog to touch all over, run bath water beforehand, and gradually introduce the blow dryer, using treats and positive reinforcement.

We create a relaxed environment with nurturing and loving care to help reduce pet stress and squirming during grooming.

Nearby, you can visit Lake Hopatcong Animal Hospital for veterinary needs, Paul & Christa’s Diner for a meal, or Lake Shawnee for outdoor relaxation before or after your pet’s grooming.