Pet Services

Some doggie parents anguish over getting the right cut every time they visit the groomer and some don’t really know what they want.  Some owners want their dog in the standard breed cut or a variation.  Some would like a cut that is easy for their lifestyle.  Whatever it may be, sometimes your groomer needs a bit of help to visualize what you are wanting.

It’s no secret that animals can enrich your heart, home and overall well-being.  Animals have an amazing way of teaching you to listen and understand their needs without saying a word.  Learn to speak without words and enrich your life with a loving pet.

At The Dog Cottage, our goal is to have your well-groomed and happy pet back home in three hours or less.

Renel Ragsdale and Cathie Huenemeier came together to give the Santa Clarita Valley a new type of grooming shop; one that caters to the owners and their pets who would like to be groomed in a non-stressful environment and back home in just a few hours.  Too much time spent at the groomers can be stressful and exhausting for the dogs.  

As the warm weather encroaches on us, please remember the following tips to help make your pet’s summer more comfortable and healthy.
Heat kills. Every summer the number of deaths because animals are left unattended in vehicles increases.  Pets do not sweat.  They release internal heat by panting.  When an animal is locked inside a vehicle (even when windows are cracked open), their ability to cool down is critically affected.  Remember, the inside of a car can be approximately 30 degrees hotter than it is outside the vehicle.  It doesn’t take long for an animal to overheat and suffer major health-related problems or death when left in a car.

Think carefully about the commitment required when bringing home a new pet because introducing a new animal into the family always has its challenges.

The reality is most problems are easily addressed.  We, as a collective, tend to view animals as a part of the family.  We humanize their thoughts and actions.  We must remember they are not human; therefore, they do not think or respond like humans. They do not necessarily respond to a problem or issue in an appropriate manner.

Not all animals have a warm bed to sleep in or a good piece of lawn to run on.  Check out these great animals and see if one of them might be a good fit in your home.

Most doggie parents worry about the care their pet receives when they drop them off at a groomer, kennel or day care.
Many grooming shops take in their dogs early in the morning and return them at the end of the day.  Sometimes it does take time to groom your pet, but some places don’t take time to tend to your pets’ individual needs.

Whether you’re an eight year old kid or a big kid of 38, everyone should feel the love of a pet.  Pets are not only loving companions, they teach responsibility, dedication and patience.  Welcome one of these wonderful animals into your home and you might see a change in your child, yourself and your life.

That is a very good question.  Whether it’s safer in the end to suffer the mats and hair loss of outrageous hair growth, or to take arms against a multitude of problems and by frequent grooming end them?

Before you contemplate heading out on the road with your favorite furry friend, we recommend that you ask yourself a few questions about your upcoming trip.
Does my pet like to travel?   Dogs that lock all four legs when invited to jump in the car or cats that hide under the bed when their carrier appears are not going to be very happy traveling to a hotel. Some pets are homebodies that prefer the comfort of their bed to life on the road.w minutes.

If you have your dog groomed regularly, your pet will not only feel and look good, but you will also have a professional who may inspect your pet from head to tail.  A good groomer is usually the first to detect the oncoming signs of an ear infection, skin problems, tooth problems and an array of all sorts of conditions that could grow into a life-threatening situation for your pet.  

Our wish is to raise $200,000 to purchase land to house abandoned shelter and homeless dogs and give them a chance to find their forever homes and provide them with the love they richly deserve.  We plan to use the money we raise to help pay for veteranarian bills as they arise, to feed our rescued animals, to keep the premises warm, clean and cozy and to provide transportation if necessary.

Bigger.  Better.  Funner. Exciting-er.  New Leash On Life’s 6th Annual Nuts for Mutts Mixed Breed Dog Show and Pet Fair hopes to be such a blast, it’ll have you making up new words to describe it.  And this year, the hard-working animal rescue’s celebrated event will enjoy a serious upgrade when it explodes onto the scene April 22nd. The popular mutts-only dog show features a panel of celebrity judges who determine Best In Show through a series of unique categories like Best Kisser, Best Dressed and Friendliest Dog.

Calling all Santa Clarita Families.  Many animal residents are looking for great homes to be welcomed into this spring.  Help us find a permanent home for some of the adorable friends shown.  Also, be sure to store the following foods in places that your dog or cat cannot get to them.  Under no circumstances should you allow your pet to eat any of the following foods.  These could cause serious harm to your beloved animal and possible very high veterinarian bills.  Lets use that money on toys and fun things for our pets instead.

Can you imagine what your breath would smell like if you had not brushed your teeth for two days; say for instance, if you had forgotten your toothbrush on a weekend camping trip to the middle of nowhere.  What if you didn’t brush for two weeks?  This is what happens when people feed human food to their pets or do not provide sufficient toys for the dog to chew on.  Dogs don’t brush their teeth, so you can imagine why they have bad breath sometimes.

Be serenaded by the haunting melodies of the Gibbons during a once-a-year fundraising benefit for one of the loudest land mammals in the world.  Their vigorous vocal display marks their family unit territories at the Gibbons Center, where you can see one of the rarest groups of Gibbons in the Western Hemisphere. It was 30 years ago when Alan Mootnick of Saugus founded the nonprofit facility in Santa Clarita for the study, propagation, conservation and betterment of the highly endangered small ape.

Have you ever felt like no one in the world understood you or needed you?  Well animals do.  A loving companion can come in many forms, including pets.  Why not add some love into your life by adopting one of these amazing animals that are in need of a life companion as well.

Did you know that more than seven million pet dogs and cats are put to sleep each year due to overpopulation?  It’s astounding.  Thanks to the loving support and kindness of a private animal shelter in the Santa Clarita Valley, you can do your part to save the life of a dog and end up with more love and companionship than you ever could have imagined.  Pet adoption is a major responsibility, so choose wisely and be certain you have the love and resources for your newest family member.  It could be a welcome change to your life.