Lancy Woo
Certified Pet Groomer
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How to
Trim a Yorkie's Face
If you have a Yorkshire terrier, having its fur trimmed is a key part of caring for it properly. In particular, long fur on the face can be a nuisance to your dog if it’s not trimmed regularly. The good news is that it...
Finding the Quick on Black Dog Nails: Techniques & Trimming Tips
Trimming a dog’s nails can be intimidating for any pet owner, but it’s even more challenging when your dog has black nails. How can you find the quick when it’s impossible to see? Unless you’re lucky enough to ha...
How to
Groom Shih Tzus
Shih Tzus are adorable pets that make great companions and lap dogs. Their cute physiques are traditionally maintained by regular grooming and haircuts. Professional grooming can be a tough on the wallet, so many people ...
How to
Cut Dog Paw Hair
When the fur on the bottom of a dog’s foot begins getting in the way of the paw pads, it can be difficult for your dog to move around. The soft paw pads allow your dog to gain traction, grip slick surfaces, and move fr...
How to
Puppy Cut a Shih Tzu
Shih Tzus can have a variety of haircuts and the puppy cut is the most low maintenance of them all. It is great for the summer especially, as it minimizes overheating and allows the dog to get messy and play without a to...
How to
Clean a Bulldog's Face Folds
Bulldogs are known for their facial wrinkles. Unfortunately, their adorable signature folds are prone to infection. Keep your pooch happy and healthy (plus your vet bills down) by learning when and how you should clean t...
How to
Groom a Dog
Regular grooming keeps your dog clean, healthy, and comfortable. Many people prefer professional groomers; they can make dogs look great while using their professional expertise to keep them safe. However, if you don't h...
How to Bathe a Shih Tzu Puppy at Home: Washing & Grooming Guide
If you're the proud owner of a Shih Tzu puppy, it's important to bathe them periodically for skin and coat health. What's the best way to get your puppy used to bathing and ensure their coat is cleaned and conditioned? B...
How to
Brush Mats out of Dog Hair
The best way to brush mats out of your dog's hair is to prevent them forming in the first place. Mats will only get worse, so they must be removed. If your dog has mats in his coat, this advice will help you to untangle ...
What’s the Best Way to Groom a Pomeranian?
Pomeranians are known for their spunky personalities, adorable fox-like faces, and plush coats. These soft and fluffy coats, however, mean they have to be groomed quite often. Thankfully, grooming a Pomeranian is pretty ...
How to
Groom Your Collie
Collies are herding dogs with thick manes that require regular grooming. Rough Collies have very long, full coats while Smooth Collies have shorter, sleeker fur. Both types have dense double-coats that protect their skin...
How to
Groom a Border Terrier
Border terriers are small, but they’re working dogs and should look understated and unfussy. While their characteristic shaggy appearance makes grooming fairly simple, they do have unique needs. Brush your dog’s dens...
How to
Bathe a Pregnant Dog
Did your dog just roll around in a mud puddle again? If she's pregnant, you might worry about whether you can clean her up without stressing her out. Don't worry, though! If your dog is already used to the process of get...
How to
Clean a Pet Brush or Comb
Brushing your pet’s coat regularly is important for both you and your pet. It distributes natural oils throughout the coat, removes dander, dead skin, and other common allergens, and allows you to inspect your pet's s...
How to
Bathe a Puppy for the First Time
Puppies will inevitably get dirty as they explore the world. When you decide it's time to give your puppy a bath, it's a good idea to have a plan in place to make the experience safe and enjoyable for your pup. There's n...
How to
Give a Small Dog a Bath
Though some dogs do just fine at the groomer's, yours might be one of the many that don't do well with all the noise and strangers at a pet salon. Small dogs are so easy to bathe, you might as well do it yourself at home...
How to
Wash a Chihuahua
Chihuahuas are small, lovable bundles of energy, but even that lovable bundle will get a little smelly from time to time. Before you get started giving your chihuahua a bath, get everything set out and ready so you can m...
How to
Groom a Dog That Bites
Grooming a dog can be a pleasurable experience…until that dog bites. A dog that bites while being groomed will do for several reasons, such as fear of grooming, self-defense, or a painful medical condition. Not groomin...
How to
Get Burrs Out of Dog Hair
Learn the best way to pick out and pick at stray burrs with your dog’s health and safety in mind After a hike or a day running around in a field, many dogs manage to get burrs embedded in their fur. These burrs can ran...
How to
Keep a Schnauzer's Face White
Schnauzers are delightful dogs, but unsightly staining around a schnauzer’s eyes and mouth can frustrate any owner. Luckily for you, keeping the fur white and clean on your schnauzer’s face is quite simple. You usual...