The Fall Walk Souvenirs Hiding in Your Dog’s Coat

September 22, 2026

Seasonal & Local Care The Groomingdales Team 0

Burrs, beggar’s lice and fall ticks ride home on Dunwoody dogs after trail walks. Here’s a 5-minute coat check and when it’s time to call a groomer.

Why Your Dog Is Shedding So Much This September

September 7, 2026

Coat Care The Groomingdales Team 1

Why Dogs Shed More in Early Fall Your dog’s coat responds to daylight, not temperature. As days get shorter after the summer solstice, the endocrine system kicks the coat into turnover mode: the lighter summer undercoat loosens and falls away to make room for a denser winter layer. September and October are peak months for […]

Labor Day Weekend Fills Fast: Book Your Dog’s Groom Before It’s Gone

August 31, 2026

Seasonal & Local Care The Groomingdales Team 0

The phone at Robin’s Groomingdales rings differently the week before Labor Day. Regulars call about weekday slots. New clients call about Saturday morning, the single busiest booking window on the calendar. By the Wednesday before the holiday, most of those slots are already taken. If your dog hasn’t had a groom since June or July, […]

Grooming Senior Dogs with Arthritis: A Gentler Approach for Dunwoody Pups

August 28, 2026

Uncategorized The Groomingdales Team 0

A senior dog’s grooming needs don’t stop when arthritis sets in. The way that grooming happens has to change. Standing still on a table, holding a paw up for a nail trim, or being turned onto one side for a belly brush all put weight on joints that may already be sore. For dog owners […]

Summer Grooming Season Is Here: What a Groom at Robin’s Groomingdales Looks Like

August 24, 2026

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Georgia summers are hard on a dog’s coat. Between the heat, the humidity, and extra time spent outside, coats mat faster and shed more than they do the rest of the year. A recent grooming appointment at our Dunwoody salon shows exactly what a summer groom looks like from start to finish. Why Summer Grooming […]

What Happens Before Your Dog’s Groom

August 19, 2026

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Before clippers or shampoo, every dog at Robin’s Groomingdales gets a 10-minute coat, skin, and temperament check before grooming starts in Dunwoody.

CAR-T Therapy for Dogs: A Revolutionary Hope Against Cancer

August 16, 2026

Nutrition/Santé The Groomingdales Team 0

CAR-T therapy reprograms a dog’s own immune cells to fight cancer. Here’s how it works, which cancers it targets, and where US trials are open in 2026.

The Grooming Schedule Change Most Dunwoody Dog Owners Forget About in August

August 12, 2026

Seasonal & Local Care The Groomingdales Team 0

School buses are back on Dunwoody streets, and households reshuffled their daily rhythm. Kids have new drop-off times. Parents have new commute windows. The family dog’s grooming schedule is the first casualty. Why August Throws Off Your Dog’s Routine Summer gives dogs more attention by default. Longer days bring more walks, more time outside, and […]

How Often Should Your Dog Get Groomed? A Coat-By-Coat Guide for Dunwoody, GA

July 28, 2026

Coat Care The Groomingdales Team 0

The right grooming schedule depends on your dog’s coat type, not a flat 6-8 week rule. A coat-by-coat guide from Robin’s Groomingdales, Dunwoody GA.

Book Your Dog’s Groom Before the August Rush Hits Dunwoody

July 27, 2026

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Families across Dunwoody spend the last two weeks of July buying school supplies, scheduling physicals, and locking down before- and after-school care. Dogs get squeezed into whatever time is left. Grooming calendars fill up fast once September starts, and clients wait two to three weeks for a slot. The same pattern repeats every year at […]

Sun Protection for Dogs: Why Shaved & Light-Coated Dogs Need Sunscreen This Summer in Dunwoody, GA

July 21, 2026

Nutrition/Santé The Groomingdales Team 0

When people think about protecting dogs from summer heat, they usually think about water, shade, and hot pavement — not sunscreen. But dogs can get sunburned just like people, and Georgia’s intense summer UV levels make it a real risk for certain dogs. At Robin’s Groomingdales in Dunwoody, sun exposure is something we actively factor […]

Behind the Scenes: What Actually Happens During Your Dog’s Grooming Appointment

July 19, 2026

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Most dog owners drop off in the morning, pick up in the afternoon, and never see what happens in between. That gap makes some people nervous, especially on a first appointment or with a dog who doesn’t love new places. This is what happens at Robin’s Groomingdales while you’re at work or running errands. Check-in: […]

Flea & Tick Prevention: The Groomer’s Role in Protecting Your Dog This Summer

July 14, 2026

Nutrition/Santé The Groomingdales Team 1

Georgia’s long, hot, humid summers don’t just mean pool days for dogs — they also mean peak season for fleas and ticks. Even dogs on consistent, vet-prescribed prevention can pick up hitchhikers after time in tall grass, wooded trails, or a neighbor’s yard. At Robin’s Groomingdales in Dunwoody, we see the effects of flea and […]

Hot Pavement, Hot Paws: Protecting Your Dog’s Paws During Georgia Summer Walks

July 7, 2026

Nutrition/Santé The Groomingdales Team 0

By mid-summer in Dunwoody and Sandy Springs, asphalt and concrete surfaces routinely reach temperatures 40 to 60 degrees hotter than the air around them. On a 90-degree Georgia afternoon, that means pavement can climb well past 140 degrees — hot enough to cause second-degree burns on a dog’s paw pads in under a minute. It’s […]

Grooming Before the Fireworks: July 4th Anxiety & Care Tips for Dunwoody Dogs

June 30, 2026

Seniors/Anxious Dogs The Groomingdales Team 0

Independence Day is one of the toughest nights of the year for dogs. The sudden bangs, flashes, and unfamiliar smells of backyard fireworks trigger genuine fear responses in the majority of dogs — and animal shelters across the country consistently report more lost-pet intakes in the days surrounding July 4th than almost any other time […]

Should You Shave Your Double-Coated Dog This Summer? The Truth About Huskies, Goldens & Shepherds

June 23, 2026

Coat Care The Groomingdales Team 0

Every summer, as temperatures climb across Dunwoody and Sandy Springs, we hear the same request from well-meaning dog owners: “Can you just shave him down for the heat?” It usually comes from owners of Huskies, Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds, Chow Chows, and other double-coated breeds who assume a shorter coat means a cooler, more comfortable […]

Dog Grooming Near Sandy Springs, Brookhaven & Peachtree Corners — Why Families Choose Robin’s Groomingdales

June 16, 2026

Grooming Basics and Tips The Groomingdales Team 0

Your Neighborhood Groomer — Just 10 to 20 Minutes Away If you live in Sandy Springs, Brookhaven, or Peachtree Corners and you’re searching for a dog groomer you can truly trust, you’ve probably already noticed that finding the right one takes time. At Robin’s Groomingdales, located in Dunwoody, we’ve been welcoming families from across the […]

How to Choose a Dog Groomer in Dunwoody: What Every Pet Owner Should Know

June 3, 2026

Grooming Basics and Tips The Groomingdales Team 0

Choosing the right groomer for your dog is one of the most consequential decisions you’ll make as a pet owner — and it goes far beyond price, location, or a beautiful haircut. Your dog spends several hours in your groomer’s care, often in a new environment, around other animals, and without you present. The experience […]

Essential Dog Grooming Tools Every Dunwoody Pet Owner Should Have at Home

May 27, 2026

Grooming Basics and Tips The Groomingdales Team 0

One of the most common questions we hear at Robin’s Groomingdales is: “What should I be doing at home between appointments?” The answer always starts with the right tools. Having the correct grooming equipment — matched to your dog’s specific coat type — makes home maintenance easier, prevents painful mats and tangles, and extends the […]

Dog Hot Spots in Summer: Prevention & Treatment Guide for Dunwoody Pet Owners

May 20, 2026

Nutrition/Santé The Groomingdales Team 0

If you’ve ever watched your dog fixate on one spot — licking, chewing, or scratching relentlessly — you may be seeing the beginning of a hot spot. These painful, fast-moving skin lesions are one of the most common grooming-related health problems in dogs, and they peak every summer in Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, and across Georgia. […]

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