Explain matting and a shave-down without upsetting the owner
Owners can feel judged when their dog needs shaving. A kind, clear message keeps the dog comfortable and the owner coming back.
Steps
- Note what you found: where, how severe, and what you recommend.
- Paste with the prompt below.
- Send it before you start, and get their go-ahead in writing.
The exact prompt
Write a kind message from a [UK] dog groomer to an owner about matting. Dog: [name, breed]. Found: [e.g. tight matting behind ears and on legs, close to the skin]. Recommendation: [e.g. short clip all over for comfort; brushing out would be painful and stressful]. Price change: [£ or none]. Under 100 words. No blame. Explain it's for comfort and welfare, mention the coat will grow back, and ask them to reply "OK to go ahead". Offer a brushing tip for the future.
✓ Check before you send
- You have their written OK before you start.
- Any price change is clear.
- The welfare reasoning is accurate.
UK notes extra
- Welfare comes first. The Defra dog welfare code explains owners' and keepers' duties. GOV.UK: code of practice for the welfare of dogs.