Welcome to Not Just Poodles!

Having always been passionate about animals, previously working with horses and at a veterinary practice, being an active supporter of compassion in world farming and PETA, Not Just Poodles opened in 2008. And thanks to our wonderful customers we have grown into very experienced and established groomers, where care and wellbeing come first.

I’d like to give special thanks and much gratitude to all my staff new and old for their love of animals and commitment to giving each pet in our care the best experience possible with kindness and compassion.
Not all dogs enjoy grooming, it ranges from nervousness to absolute enjoyment. It is our role to help each dog gain confidence with us and feel as comfortable as possible while away from their keepers.

Kim joined in 2010 after training at Plumpton College, straight away I could see she has a very special rapport with dogs, she is very gentle and can understand their needs very quickly along with being a great groomer.

Katie joined in 2014 on work experience, not only is she great at preparing dogs for the groomers, but she also manages all the emails and social media (all things I’m not great at!). During her time with us she has done a degree and masters and now works at Raystede alongside us. Katie is amazing with cats and works with me on our cat grooming Sundays (cats definitely need 2 people!).

Amy joined a few years later also on work experience and with in house training is now a first-class groomer. Especially with nervous dogs that need a little extra time and a quiet space. Amy works with horses alongside us.

Lastly a special thanks to Maureen, who came in with her dog one Christmas and thought this woman could do with some help! She offered to volunteer on the desk one day a week and does all the filing and preparation of records for the week (something else I’m not good at!). Alongside making us laugh, practicing her harmonica and ukulele in between customers, she also answers the phone, sweeps, and keeps us on our toes! 10 years later she’s still with us.

We welcome all dogs and cats and are happy to take on difficult dogs. If you let us know any medical, age or behavioural issues we will find the best time to fit them in and ensure they have the best grooming experience.

Love, light & magic, Debbie x