Here's a little information about Us !
Here's a little information about Us !
Linda Sallee-Hill
Owner & NDGAA Certified Stylist
I have always had dogs and horses in my life.
In 1972 I acquired my first show dog, a Scottish Terrier,
and have groomed and shown dogs from that time.
In 1984 I established Foxwell Kennels, and
bred Smooth Fox Terriers for show. To date I have produced
nearly 40 AKC Champions, have had over a dozen Group,
Specialty and many top 10 Winners & Top Producers in the breed.
This includes not just in conformation, but also Obedience,
Agility, Earthdog, Tracking and Therapy Dogs.
While learning to produce a top quality dog, and get them
to the top 10 (Owner/Breeder Handled & Groomed) I worked
with many top Handlers and Breeders. In my experience with
the professionals, I learned how a dog should be properly
conditioned, groomed and cared for so they will give you their best.
there are NO short cuts for quality care.
The website for my dogs can be visited at:
Information on the Studio AND Studio photo Tour:
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Studio from Parking Area, Come on in!
View looking towards studio entrance from
the reception desk, where FROMM products are located, besure to check out our Animals By Design card rack.
These cards are designed by my husband & myself.
View of the reception desk from studio entrance.
Here are two views of the grooming area. Both of our grooming tables are 'elevator' tables, and lower to about 11". This allows the large dogs to simply step onto the tables. Notice the Holding system and the T-strap's on the tables, the t-straps are like a 'seat belt' for your pet while it is being groomed, the holding system is the state-of-the-art LIPS system, as Safety is our first concern.
Directly across from the grooming area is the holding area. Each 'condo' has a big fluffy spa towel AND a stuffed toy for comfort while your pet awaits their spa treatment & styling. No heated cage dryers are used. The dogs are always in our full view.
Here is another view of the Ramp up to the tub. There is a window to the right that
looks into grooming area.
This is the bathing area complete with our own Washer & Dryer The shelf to the left holds various shampoos, under the tub is storage.
This completes your tour of our custom designed Grooming Studio. We hope you now have a 'feel' for our Studio and that it meets your standards.
If you feel we can offer a service to you and your beloved pet, please call and make an appointment. Please note at times we are running four or more weeks before an appointment can be given. First choice of Holidays are reserved for our regular clients.
Thank you for taking the Tour !
Canine Design is a PREMIUM QUALITY Grooming Studio, thoughtfully dedicated to the well being of our furry clients. The Studio was established in 1997 at it's current location in Pawcatuck, CT.
We believe in premium quality care and products for the fur family members you have entrusted to us. All products we use on your pet are chosen on an individual basis, depending on the condition and type of coat your pet has. We do not use pesticides or dips, as they are extremely toxic to your pets, as well as to humans. You will find our knowledge of our products reflect the utmost in careful handling of your pet.
We pride ourselves in requiring a flea-free establishment. If your dog has fleas, please take measures to resolve the problem before making your grooming appointment. Any pet entering with fleas will be treated at the owners expense, or will not be accepted for grooming. The pet may not be rebooked until the parasite problem is under control.
Our hydro-massage bathing system is therapeutic and sooths your pets. This system relieves stress and strains of health compromised and older pets as well, while thoroughly distributing products throughout the pets coat. Our hydro-massage bathing system cleans even the thickest of coats and makes the process of removing undercoat and dirt with minimum stress to the dogs. The Furminator de-shedding service is applied to all pets who will benefit from the treatment.
Our grooming area and tables are equipped with the latest innovative equipment, including our elevator table and waist supports to help our large and/or senior pets as well as keeping safety as our top priority while grooming is in progress.
Each pet is carefully and thoughtfully handled throughout the grooming process by experienced personnel. Please feel free to ask for references on any of the staff, and to check them out to your satisfaction.
Our staff attend Grooming Seminars and Trade Shows each year to keep current on our ever changing industry. We are Members of The New England Pet Grooming Professionals and The National Dog Grooming Association of America, and The Better Business Bureau. We adhear to the code of ethics of each of these organizations. When possible, we compete in Nationally Sponsored Grooming Competitions.
To keep our Studio as low stress as possible, we require:
- Drop-off & pick-up at specific times.
- NO pet-sitting is available, a charge per minute for late pick-ups (after 15 minutes past
pick-up time) will apply.
- We require a minimum of 24 hours notice to cancel an existing appointment.
Less than 24 hours notice or a cancellation left on our phone machine after hours for
an appointment on the next day will result in a No Show Fee that will be applied to your
next groom. If there are two no-shows, pre-payment for an appointment may be
required. We are aware emergencies can happen, and are willing to work with
our clients if that is the case, but not on a continued basis.
You will find that Canine Design IS your Best Friends BEST FRIEND, because WE CARE !
Tour of Canine Design
Our sitting area and our display of beautiful Up-Country Collars & plush toys. In the cabinets you will find Orla Soy Pet Candles, Oxyfresh, SPA & EZ-Groom products, Organic cotton toys & Flexi & Up-Country leashes and more great items.
Rogz Collar Tags, food samples, Treats, DeFlea Spritz,
Pet Odor eliminators, Fish Oil, Solid Gold Seameal,
NUPRO, etc. are located here.
The window looks into the grooming area.
The sign over our file cabinet says it all, "Kindness Matters", and that is how we take care of your fur-family members. The photos are from my NDGAA Certification tests, and are all Client owned dogs.
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