bath
A proper wash to get the sand, salt and mud out of the coat.
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Yappy Pups is a dog grooming salon at 89 Tankerton Rd, Whitstable. Abi handles everything from a quick nail trim to a full wash and groom.
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Patient hands, one dog at a time, start to finish
Grooming built around your dog rather than the clock. Tell us the coat, the temperament and the finish you want, and we will talk it through with you.
brush and de-shed
Working through the undercoat to lift out loose hair and soften knots.
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nail trim
A quick, calm trim, booked on its own or added to a groom.
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hand-strip
Hand-stripping and trimming for wiry coats that need the texture kept.
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blow-dry
A blow-dry finish so your dog leaves dry, fluffed and tidy.
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trusted by whitstable dog owners
Rated 5 out of 5 across 2 Google reviews.
“Absolutely love Yappy Pups, Abi is so knowledgeable, patient and just an all round lovely person.”
“What a great place for dog grooming. Very friendly and reasonably priced.”
“She’s so great with my dog from nail trims to full wash and groom.”
“Have been using Yappy Pups for many years and will happily recommend them.”
“Abi is so knowledgeable, patient and just an all round lovely person. She’s so great with my dog from nail trims to full wash and groom.”
“Easy to access along Tankerton high street at the roundabout for Tankerton Circus.”
FAQs
frequently asked question about
We cover baths, brushing and de-shedding, nail trims, hand-stripping and trimming, and a blow-dry finish. Ring us and describe the coat, and we will tell you what suits it.
Yes, nail trims can be booked on their own or added to a full wash and groom. Give us a call on 01227 280010 to arrange one.
Abi is patient and takes her time with dogs who find grooming hard. Tell us about your dog when you book so we know what to expect.
Yes, we hand-strip and trim as well as clip. Ask us what would work best for your dog's coat.
We are at 89 Tankerton Rd, Whitstable CT5 2AJ, along Tankerton high street near the roundabout for Tankerton Circus. We are open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and closed on Wednesday and Sunday.
Call us on 01227 280010 and we will find you a slot. Wednesday and Sunday are closed, so pick another day of the week.
Good to know
Short reads on dog coats
A few practical notes from the grooming table.
Beach walks and what salt does to a coat
Why a Tankerton beach dog picks up sand and salt, and what it does to the coat underneath. Simple things to do when you get home.
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Brushing between grooms without a fight
How to keep on top of loose hair at home so knots do not build up. Short sessions your dog will sit still for.
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brushing
Getting your dog used to nail trims
Small steps to take at home before a nail trim appointment. Handling paws calmly makes the whole thing easier.
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nails