Dog groomer near Lynn, MA...

[jwm2k3]

Hey all, Stephanie and I just adopted a friend of hers dog, Oscar.

We picked him up Wednesday at like 7pm. No collar, no leash, no food, just a soaking wet long haired golden Dachshund. He's about 8 years old. Cute son of a bitch...

We want to have him shaved. I spent about 2 hours cutting out matted hair, I've already given him a bath, but we wanna shave him..

Petco says they need proof of shots, etc....lol, lucky just to get the dog itself..

Any recommendations? I know there are tons of dog lovers on NESR....

[cdovego]

Call a vet, have the dog given all shots and checked out. Take paperwork to Petco and get on with the grooming.

I too have adopted a couple of dogs, it's gone that way each time for me. If you keep your eyes open, some towns do discounted shots via clinics during the summer. I want to say it'll cost you less than $100 for the shots if you visit a vet but that is not a quote.

[theducman]

Does the dog bark with a Boston accent? And will we meet said dog next month?

[Legally Jackie]

I'm with him. I think any situation where a dog groomer/doggy daycare/City dog park/etc. has temporary custody of the dog (or in the dog park situation, where the dog is playing with other dogs on City/Town property) requires proof of vaccinations for liability purposes.

So vet or electric razor!

[jwm2k3]

Yes, we plan on a full veterinary visit soon, I just gotta shave this dude asap....

I suppose I'll just buy some electric clippers and goto town....


Mike, I didn't even think to bring Oscar to round 6....I'm sure Steph will agree to it!

[jwm2k3]

Say hi to Oscar!

[Rosco61]

Oscar is awesome and so are you and your Girl friend for taking care of Oscar. That's a great thing your doing. Oscar is a a lucky dog.

[jwm2k3]

Just found out Oscar has not had a vet visit in 3 years...no shots or anything.

Looks like I have a clear path of action to take now.

Thanks for the help everyone!

[Drewski]

After his real Vet visit, going forward you might look into LuvMyPet clinics. They are at least half the cost of a regular Vet visit for the same service.

[jwm2k3]

Thanks Drew, I'll check them out!