Paws at the Paddock dog grooming

Paws at the Paddock dog grooming One 2 one dog groomer, town centre location, fully insured & first aid trained Trained at ‘The dog grooming training academy’ to OCN level.

I am located opposite Riverside park in St Neots,
You can take advantage of free parking on my driveway while your Dog is with me, why not make the most of the time you have and pop into town for a coffee with friends while your Dog will receive one to one care from me while being pampered and will leave here looking and feeling woofalicious. Please contact on messenger or 07354498590 for prices as it’s dependent on size & condition of your dog.

10/02/2026

I’m closed till 9th March, for my holiday, all messages will be replied to on my return 🐶💙🐶

No Monday morning blues here today, just Alfie hugs 💙
02/02/2026

No Monday morning blues here today, just Alfie hugs 💙

29/01/2026

This was recently posted on a dog grooming group, it’s explained brilliantly.
WHY DOES YOUR DOG SHAKE AT THE GROOMERS.
Dogs often act stressed, shake, or put on a "drama" show at the groomer, only to settle down immediately once the owner leaves, because they are feeding off your energy and seeking reassurance. When you are present, your dog sees you as their "safety blanket" and acts out, but once you are gone, they quickly accept the groomer as the new authority and focus on the task.
Here is a breakdown of why this behavior change happens:
Emotional Mirroring: Dogs are highly in tune with their owners' emotions. If you feel nervous, guilty, or stressed about leaving your dog, they sense that anxiety and become anxious themselves.
The "Drama" Effect: Many dogs, particularly pampered ones, are acting. They may shiver or whine to show you they do not want to be left, but as soon as you are gone, they stop, realizing the performance did not work.
Need for Authority: With the owner gone, the dog stops looking for comfort and begins to trust the groomer. This allows the groomer to build a working relationship with the dog, which is often easier without the distraction of the owner's presence.
Reduced Stress Overload: The presence of a parent can actually increase a dog's anxiety because they feel they must "check in" with you constantly, making it harder for them to relax.
Safety Handling: Groomers prefer for owners to leave because it is much safer. A dog jumping toward their owner, pulling away, or acting out can be dangerous when sharp scissors or clippers are being used.
How to Help Your Dog
Be Confident at Drop-off: Make goodbyes quick and calm. If you treat it as no big deal, your dog is more likely to accept it as a normal routine.
Don't Over-Coddle: While tempting, comforting a shaking dog actually reinforces that they have something to be afraid of.
Routine Matters: Regular, consistent grooming appointments help dogs become accustomed to the process, reducing stress over time.
Most dogs that act "terrified" at drop-off are completely fine within minutes of their owner leaving.

Thank you all so much for your repeated custom.I wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy & healthy 2026.Thank yo...
23/12/2025

Thank you all so much for your repeated custom.
I wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy & healthy 2026.
Thank you all for my gifts and tips it’s all very much appreciated.
My work phone will be off all voicemails will be answered in January, anything urgent use Facebook messager.
As always I’ve donated £25 to medical detection dogs instead of giving everyone cards.

My last two dogs of 2025 were an absolute nightmare 😂
My girls Phoebe and Rae 🎄💗🎄💗

Christmas madness with these two this morning 🎄Jaxon & peach
23/12/2025

Christmas madness with these two this morning 🎄
Jaxon & peach

One more day to go then it’s the start of my Christmas.All spruced up and smelling of gingerbread Vinnie and RudyBuzzBra...
22/12/2025

One more day to go then it’s the start of my Christmas.
All spruced up and smelling of gingerbread
Vinnie and Rudy
Buzz
Braxton
Mabel
🎄🎄🎄🎄

Cleo was an absolute Angel yesterday, def the longest groom I’ve ever done.Hopefully Santa paws has an extra treat or tw...
20/12/2025

Cleo was an absolute Angel yesterday, def the longest groom I’ve ever done.
Hopefully Santa paws has an extra treat or two for her. 🎄

Ivy and Ebbie like two turtle doves 😂🎄💗
20/12/2025

Ivy and Ebbie like two turtle doves 😂🎄💗

Mabel and Rosie are feeling rather festive 🎄
19/12/2025

Mabel and Rosie are feeling rather festive 🎄

Not 5 gold rings, it’s 5 dogs ready for Christmas Day🎶BruceJackBomberBetseyFleur
18/12/2025

Not 5 gold rings, it’s
5 dogs ready for Christmas Day🎶
Bruce
Jack
Bomber
Betsey
Fleur

3 more Christmas treats,CooperDarcie (almost impossible to get her still enough for a pic 😂)Penelope 🎄🎄🎄
16/12/2025

3 more Christmas treats,
Cooper
Darcie (almost impossible to get her still enough for a pic 😂)
Penelope
🎄🎄🎄

A lot less hair for Christmas with two deshedsDiddiRoxyAuroraMarco🎄
16/12/2025

A lot less hair for Christmas with two desheds
Diddi
Roxy
Aurora
Marco
🎄

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