dog hand strip simulator

Dog Grooming - Hand Stripping Simulation

Some dogs just won't accept a traditional hand-strip, so we can simulate it so you still get a healthy and beautiful coat.

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Dog | Hand-strip simulation

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An award-winning and industry leading pet grooming businses providing exemplary grooming services to all dogs and cats, no matter their size.

It all comes down to our hand strip simulation – it’s not a real hand strip! -It’s a hand strip look!

For a fraction of the price, and great for dogs who are sensitive or unsuitable for hand stripping.

Most suitable for terriers, some gun dogs, and similar breeds to meet your dog’s characteristics and breed standards.

Your dog will be clipped using a variety of lengths to achieve a hand strip look. We will be using clipping methods to achieve this.

This is a great method for owners who want the hand strip look for their dog but the dogs either don’t like hand stripping or do not have a suitable coat or skin.

This “hand strip look” service includes 2 warm wet washes, an all-over body massage, a groom through removing all that old hair and debris, and a conditioning treatment.

Please note: colour and texture may be affected.

From £60

For only £5, add a Special Occasion Spa treatment.

Or

A Teeth Cleaning Session can be had for as little as £25

Fancy a little something extra to wow all your friends in the park or for that special occasion? Consider adding some colour, tinting, or a unique feature or design.

Only £25 in addition to your groom’s price!

Don’t forget to pick up your Absolutely Animals loyalty card on your visit to get 5% off.

A complimentary bow and cologne spray are for every pet.

dog hand strip simulator

What our Customers say...

Review by Colin 2024

"A massive thank you to you for another immaculate groom. Bella looks amazing! Great job." ~ Colin For privacy reasons I have not included the customers surname. Thank you for your feedback, Colin!
Faye's Review From June 2023 With Ettie

This was an excellent 2-day course and has given me the confidence as well as vital information needed to start my own dog walking business. Christine is a fantastic tutor, friendly and approachable - and, of course, highly knowledgeable on her subject. Her dogs were a real pleasure to be around, adding another dimension to the course. Thank you again and your lovely staff member - Kay.
Customer Review
Review by Lorna

"Nicole groomed my Cavapoo after he had had a car accident. I was anxious about how he would cope. But he came out full of beans and looking good. Absolutely Animals treated him (and me) with professionalism and real kindness." Lorna
Judge, beautiful cat review by Natasha Evans

"The ladies at the salon are absolutely fantastic. They take care of my 8-year-old cat Judge, he can be very grumpy and is prone to matts. The ladies do an amazing job with him, and a lot of the time they're able to simply brush out the matts to avoid clipping him. I highly recommend the team, they're knowledgeable and are happy to share their knowledge with you as an owner as well to try and help avoid issues going forward. Always feel comfortable leaving him with them" - Judge's owner, Natasha Evans
Dominika Ludwig

"Always a beautiful groom." 2023
Ozzie the Cat

Hi, we booked our Birman cat, Ozzie in with this company on Saturday 22/04/2023, and we must say how efficient, and very understanding they were after explaining that Ozzie was a rescue cat and had suffered an accident where he had to have a pelvic operation before we rescued him. After grooming dogs in my younger days, I was very apprehensive about taking him because of his history. I couldn't groom him properly, and it got to the stage where I had to get him groomed professionally. After having a consultation with the Kay & the girls and them explaining how they were going to go about grooming him, as he doesn't tolerate being brushed very well, we left him with the girls, feeling re-assured about how they would handle him. I was very nervous on going back to collect him, but to my great relief I need'nt of worried. Ozzie looked fabulous and seemed so calm after collecting him. We are definitely using this company again, and we'll re-book him to go back as discussed in 8 weeks. H
2023 Cat Review by Suzanne

"Absolutely Animals are amazing!! I really can't recommend them highly enough. When my mother passed away, one of her dying requests was for me to look after her beloved cat. When I flew to Canada, I found the poor animal was in a terribly matted state. The kind people at Absolutely Animals took care of her and even found her a little jumper to wear home. They really did go beyond the call of duty and all at a very reasonable price. Thank you again for all your hard work." All the best Suzanne
Kate and Charlie Review

Just wanted to say how smart Charlie looks after his wash and cut. He obviously enjoyed it and is now knot free and sleeping on the sofa!! We will be back for more pampering many thanks to your team. -  Kate and Charlie
Review by Graham Watson

Have taken our rescue cat Ollie to AA twice this year for grooming as he is a large long haired tabby and needs lots of brushing. AA were brilliant, great service and very friendly and knowledgeable staff. - Graham Watson
Review by Alessia Stroni

"My cat Nyx is only about 4 months old now and she went in for a wet bath, conditioning, nail trimming, and ear cleaning. I am very pleased with the Absolutely Animals service! She smells very clean and her coat is shiny and fluffy. I will be going back in 8 weeks for another cleaning!" Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness Alessia Stroni

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