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Guides from Marie's Pet Grooming
Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.

October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Grooming Your Senior Dog: Comfort, Patience and What to Tell Us
An older dog still needs a clean coat and trimmed nails, but the way we get there should change.

October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Poodle and Schnauzer Cuts Explained: Styles, Upkeep and Who Does What
Poodle and schnauzer coats are built for sculpting, which is why the vocabulary can feel like a foreign language.

October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Your Dog's First Grooming at Marie's: What to Send and What to Expect
A smooth first appointment starts a few days earlier, with an email, a few photos and some paperwork.

October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Fleas 101: Spotting Them, Understanding Them, and Clearing the Home
Fleas are easier to beat when you understand where most of them actually live, and it is usually not on your dog.

October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Mats 101: Why Your Dog's Coat Mats and What to Do About It
A matted coat is not a sign you did something wrong, but catching it early decides whether your dog gets a brush-out or a shave-down.