bath and dry
A proper wash and blow-dry, so your dog goes home smelling as good as they look.
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Wagtastic is Linda's grooming room in Nettlebed, near Henley-on-Thames. Hand stripping, clipping, bathing and nails, done the way you ask.
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One dog at a time, groomed to your instructions
Bathing, clipping, hand stripping, de-shedding and nails. Terrier coats are a speciality, and puppies are welcome for a gentle first visit.
clipping
Clipped and styled to the shape you want, with the coat tidied all over.
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hand stripping
Terrier and wiry coats stripped by hand to keep the texture right.
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nails
Nails trimmed and checked as part of the groom, or on their own.
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puppy groom
A first groom at a gentle pace, so your puppy learns there is nothing to worry about.
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trusted by local dog owners
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 12 Google reviews.
“We have been taking Fergus, our Scottish Terrier to Linda at Wagtastic for the last five years. … Fergus was hand stripped and smelled as good as he looked, Linda always listens to our requests and we are never disappointed when we return to collect him.”
“Linda expertly worked on Rufus achieving the perfect balance between the feather flow and the practicalities of muddy and twig ridden morning walks. I would thoroughly recommend Linda thanks from Rufus and I”
“My Border Terriers Jack and Saké have had a complete makeover by talented dog groomer Linda at Wagtastic in Nettlebed. Their coats and nails are perfect and they are happy and contented in this heat.”
“Linda welcomed us on arrival and immediately put us at ease with her in-depth knowledge of the breed, her obvious experience and the way she interacted with my dogs.”
“Our pup adores going to see Linda and we love collecting her looking gorgeous. … Linda takes the time to ask us exactly how we want her done and never lets us down.”
“She has coped with all sorts of canine challenges, from pugs (all very naughty) to springers (super bouncy) to a very furry German Spitz. All have returned looking immensely improved, with my instructions followed to the letter.”
FAQs
frequently asked question about
Yes, hand stripping is a large part of the work here, and Border Terriers and Scottish Terriers are regular visitors. Linda will talk through the coat with you before she starts.
Linda asks exactly how you would like your dog done, then follows those instructions. If you want feathers left long or a coat taken shorter for muddy walks, say so and it will be done.
All sorts come through the door, from pugs and springers to furry spitz types, and they go home calm. Tell us what your dog finds difficult and we will work around it.
Puppies are very welcome, and the first visit is kept gentle and unhurried. Ring us to talk about your puppy and we will tell you what to expect.
We are at 26 Catslip, Nettlebed, Crocker End, Henley-on-Thames RG9 5BL. Open Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday.
Ring 01491 642903 during the week and we will find a slot for your dog. Let us know the breed and how you like the coat kept, so we can set aside the right amount of time.
Good to know
A few short reads on coats
Small things that make grooming day easier.
Hand stripping, and why wiry coats like it
What hand stripping actually involves, and why terrier owners keep coming back to it instead of the clippers.
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Feathers or practicality: choosing for a country walk
How to strike a balance between a long, flowing coat and mornings spent in mud and twigs.
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Getting your puppy ready for a first groom
Simple handling you can do at home so brushes, dryers and nail clippers feel familiar before the first visit.
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