Dog Grooming Service of the Year Nomination

We’ve been nominated for Dog Grooming Service of the Year with England’s Business Awards 2023!

We’re proud to announce our nomination for Dog Grooming Service of the Year award 2023 [for Yorkshire]. England’s Business Awards are based on public votes, evaluations by a panel of judges and ‘Mystery Shopper’ visits and we believe that our focus on natural products and a relaxing spa environment that brings our clients coming back again and again will stand us in good stead for this award.

“We are thrilled and excited to be nominated for the ‘Dog Grooming Service of the Year’ award,” said Louisa Wellington, “and our team’s commitment to exceptional care and creating positive and enjoyable experiences for the dogs in our care has always been our priority.”

We are glad to set an industry benchmark and our focus on holistic care for our canine visitors means that they get more than just a groom each time they visit – and we are glad that this focus on premium care sets us apart.

Good luck to all the nominees in this year’s England’s Business Awards and we look forward to seeing everyone at the ceremony in [date, place]!

Donna Wilson

11:29 22 Apr 24

First time for my cockerpoo Ginny to be groomed at Wagtails she is only 6 months old. Excellent professional service where the dog’s welfare is the number one priority. Ginny looks and smells fantastic Thanks Donna

Michael Keeting

12:06 16 Apr 24

Both my dog's Teddy and Rupert went for their teeth cleaning and the results are amazing, the professionalism and service from Louisa are 5 stars. I will be taking my dogs again in future and I highly recommend.

Amy

17:11 11 Apr 24

Absolutely fantastic groomers! Can't recommend enough.My 14week old cocker puppy has had the best introduction to being groomed which will undoubtedly set her up for her regular grooming needs as an adult.She came away looking picture perfect and smelling gorgeous! I'm absolutely thrilled with what Louisa achieved and I can't wait to take her back in a couple of months!

Sean Yorke

15:42 11 Apr 24

Kerry Grayson

11:02 26 Mar 24

I took my baby cockapoo Ruby for her first haircut with Louisa and Hannah.. She was in a terrible mess (my own fault) I left my baby with a stranger...i was very nervous waiting for the call to say come fetch her...when i got there, i went in and well...OMG WOW is all i can say...my Ruby looked amazing and like my baby girl again 😀 Louisa is the most caring loving, friendliest, kindest lady I've ever met....she stayed with Ruby until she looked absolutely gorgeous 😍 (and it took a long time) I was so impressed I've even booked Ruby's next appointment..Ruby and i woke up this morning smiling at each other and her tail was going crazy (yes she sleeps with me lol)...PLEASE PLEASE if your looking for a dog groomer for your baby then Louisa and Hannah at Wagtails of the wolds is the place to go...i promise you wont be disappointed..Thankyou so much ladies for an amazing job on getting my baby looking beautiful again....love from me and Ruby xx😀🐕

Ron Clark

14:17 25 Mar 24

Very happy with Wagtails today. Took our dog Lulu there and was very impressed with Louisa. Very good set up great facilities and Louisa is super friendly and efficient. The whole process was explained along with what I should expect.. And what was promised was what was delivered.

Lisa Perry

14:45 23 Mar 24

I have been using Wagtails of the Wolds for a few years now and I cannot recommend Louisa and Hannah enough! The service that they offer is excellent and second to none. Louisa is very knowledgable around grooming and dog wellbeing and is happy to share this knowledge and offer advice when needed. My dog Indie, who although is a diva, was very nervous when it came to being groomed. I had tried a number of different groomers over the years before meeting Louisa and Hannah at Wagtails of the Wolds. Their friendly and caring nature puts Indie at ease and grooming is no longer the trauma that it used to be .....for either of us! I cannot imagine ever going anywhere else!

Lucy Berriman

19:12 19 Mar 24

Moose looks very smart after his groom! Louisa was very helpful and made sure he would be groomed like how we wanted.

Mary Wride

20:17 26 Feb 24

Excellent service, from start to finish. My working cocker spaniel was quite nervous but we were made to feel very safe and confident. I will definitely be using Wagtails of the Wolds again. Midge looked fabulous when I collected her and she was very calm and happy. Highly recommended, thank you

Sarah-Jane Evans

17:27 13 Feb 24

This was our first visit to Louisa and a first groom for our new rescue dog Kobi. Louisa has been very approachable and kind from our first telephone conversation through to the completion of Kobi’s groom. The whole process has been handled very professionally with a lovely personal touch.Kobi has only been with us for three weeks so we were a little apprehensive about the experience for him but we need not have worried. He seems a very happy (maybe a little relieved 😂) boy who looks amazingly clean and sparkly!A big thank you to Louisa & Hannah for looking after him so well.Wagtails is over an hours drive away for us but the experience has been worth the time we invested and their 5 star reviews are well earned.

Emma Wray

14:50 12 Feb 24

Honestly the best service from start to finish. I have never been and we were both looked after. I was given clear instructions of what will happen, what if I’m not happy, how they will care for our dog. You can tell they just love dogs, it was calm, the dogs look happy. Our dog came out and I was in shock how beautiful she looked. Thank you so much 5 🌟 booked again xx

Carol Marley

14:59 10 Feb 24

First time using Wagtails and I couldn’t be happier. My little Shih Tzu Maisie is 12 and has fibrotic myopathy, her left leg is completely wasted so she struggles sometimes. She had a mud massage and full groom. The massage really helped her joints and she was so relaxed. Her coat was glossy and she looked lovely. Very pleased with the care and attention both Louisa & Hannah gave her. Highly recommend.

Anna Jankowiak

18:06 16 Jan 24

I can 100% recommended Louisa and her approach. I was a bit worried as my 12 years old Luka was always groomed at home and it was her first professional groom but today she came out with happy face and wagging tail! Cute bow at her neck was a lovely touch as well!I can recommend that place for anyone who is looking a stress free grooming for their furry babies!

Chris Linforth

15:02 16 Jan 24

Bobo went for her first full grooming on Friday we were very pleased with the service and advice we had from Louisa regarding the length of her fur she smelt lovely and looked beautiful when we collected her and have pre-booked her next appointment

Caroline Addy

18:22 25 Dec 23

Absolutely 💯 % is this groomers. Nothing is too much and they are very caring and listen to you. They look after yr pets and take otie in what they do

Gabrielle Briggs

09:00 08 Dec 23

Took my golden retriever Remi to Wagtails of the Wolds last week. Louisa was super welcoming and Remi’s groom was perfect! Thank you, if you are looking for a great groomers that uses organic products and cares, I would definitely recommend.

Kerry de freitas rodrigues

11:13 01 Dec 23

Very friendly owners, my dog Benny had his teeth cleaned for the first time today and they look great 👍

Dawn Brown

10:49 28 Nov 23

What a brilliant service - found this company a few weeks ago after discovering my rescue dog had neglected teeth her gums looked quite sore and concerning. Louisa called me same day to discuss my dogs dental care - after reviewing sone photographs Louisa was helpful informative and caring - we decided between us the best course of action - been today where she was treated with kindness and care - so happy with the results- hopefully she can now enjoy her food in comfort - after care and maintenance provided - all round first class service - thank you .

Kelly Orman

15:47 27 Nov 23

Brilliant service , took my dog for the first time very professional ,kind caring manner and when my dog came out she was wagging her tail and happy aswell as looking super shiny and smelling amazing

Tammy King

21:46 21 Nov 23

My boy Bradley had his teeth cleaned by Louisa this week and the results are fab! Really pleased with this service, good advice for oral health and booked in again in January. Thanks Louisa! ❤️

Nessi 69

14:11 16 Nov 23

Took my daughters Spaniel for the first time. He had a major trim and clean up. He loved it and looked like a new dog. These people are experts and did a great job.Very friendly too.

Reece L

13:31 05 Nov 23

Did a really good job with my little shih tzu. Brilliant service would definitely recommend!

Briege Quigley

18:38 26 Oct 23

I was very impressed with their professionalism and felt totally at ease leaving my cockapoo for the first time. So happy with the results he looks adorable and smells divine. Thank you so much.

Sue Hardcastle

17:39 23 Oct 23

Louisa was very kind and caring with my dog Dolly who is a little bit timid. The groom she did was just what I asked for and Dolly looks and feels superb. I would highly recommend Wagtails ofvthe Wolds and will certainly be going back

DDFZ Duke

14:27 23 Oct 23

Took Axel for his first bath pampering session at Wagtails. His coat looks and feels amazing thank you so much to Louisa and Hannah, he is a very happy boy and proud of his little bow you gave him. See you again!

Rosa Clithero

20:01 06 Oct 23

So pleased with how my 6 month old cockapoo has got on with Wagtails of the Wolds! We completed the puppy package to help our girl Luna get used to being groomed and this has paid off massively as she is now nice and confident and looks amazing! Would definetly recommend as they have done such a good job with our Luna.

Susan Height

20:38 16 Sep 23

Nelly loved her groom, Louisa was fabulous with her and spent time with me to know exactly how I wanted her cut. She looked perfect when I picked her up even with a little bow to complete the look. She slept all the way home, all the pampering must have tired her out. Will definitely be returning as this is definitely a 5* spa for dogs 🥰

trish gordon

09:07 16 Sep 23

Took my dog bounce for his first groom he loved it he came back looking clean an fresh an I could give him a fuss without getting covered in hair lol 😆 I was worried about how he'd be as he's a large dog an he's bouncer my name an by nature ,both is an bouncer very happy will be using regular now 😀,

Kara Colbeck

14:20 15 Sep 23

Louisa squeezed me in last minute which was so kind. Absolutely brilliant service, my dog looked like a different dog when she came out, groomed to perfection!

Janet Carter

09:48 08 Sep 23

Took Moppet and Minx here after husband and I attempted a couple of home cuts and failed dismally.We just made them look awful and traumatised both us and them.I was very impressed at the amount of information Louisa asked before the grooming and my girls looked like different dogs when I picked them up.I will certainly be going back so yes I do recommend.

Bev Hep

20:57 05 Sep 23

What a wonderful experience my Ollie had! His first ever groom at 2 1/2 years old. Such a scruffy but cute little fella but now my boy looks so smart and handsome and smells divine. Wish we had done it sooner. Thanks so much!

Adrian Parish

17:13 01 Sep 23

Meg my 13 old Springer Spaniel has got her Spring back after having her trim and Mud Massage. Once more she is like a new dog. She had her first mud massage 6 months ago and then after the massage she was acting like a puppy.This new dog lasted for a good six weeks or so. Today she went in her usual old plodding self. When we collected her she was so relaxed she didn’t want to come out of her cage. Walking her yesterday she was plodding along behind me but today she was dragging me along at the full length of her extension lead. I will be taking her back more often for the massage now to make her more comfortable. Many thanks.

Emily Boycott

12:12 25 Aug 23

Having a 11 month old Sprocker, I was on the hunt for someone to do his first groom, as a little wriggler and super needy I was worried he wouldn’t settle. But from the minute I walked into the groomers my heart was relived. The love these guys show the dogs, the quality of the work they have carried out, it was wonderful. Blu has never looked so good, the cut was perfect & exactly what I asked for. Even blu seems chuffed!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Holli Hemmings

17:37 24 Aug 23

Extremely warm, friendly and professional. I had a nightmare trying to clip my dogs nails, but Louisa and Hannah made her feel so comfortable that she had no issues whatsoever. It was also my puppy’s first time and he had no problems either. These lovely ladies are very thorough and considerate within their approach from the initial consultation to the end when your babies will be looking beautiful!

Lisa Scruton

17:36 15 Aug 23

Lovely friendly and attentive service from start to finish. Louisa asked for lots of info about Percy and his teeth before his treatment and on the day she was professional and reassuring. His teeth looked fabulous after and he will be going for maintenance every couple of months. I’m really pleased I followed my friends recommendation and will be using Wagtails for Percy.

Chris Last

11:00 08 Aug 23

Our dogs Albert and Fred (wirehaired dachshunds) have been groomed by Louisa for a few years now, and we wouldn't go anywhere else. She listens to what we would like done and has given us her advice when needed. Recently, they have had dental treatment, and I am amazed at the results.

Cynthia Bailey

10:18 06 Aug 23

Ollie, my cockapoo always comes back after a groom looking wonderful. It is well worth the little bit extra for Louisa to check his nails and clean his teeth. Our vet was impressed with his teeth when he visited recently

Jennifer Fletcher

13:11 03 Aug 23

This is the first time we've used Wagtails and the welcome and care given to achieve an excellent result was superb. Really good care was taken so our dog could enjoy a full pamper and come out looking very healthy and happy. Thank you.

derek Ryan

08:12 11 Jul 23

We have Meg, a chocolate brown working Cocker Spaniel.This was our first visit to Wagtails, and we were so impressed with the professional and caring way Louisa welcomed Meg.We are so pleased with the result of the grooming, and Meg now looks very smart and tidy, whilst retaining enough of her curls to let her personality shine through.Thank you Wagtails.Derek and Hilary Ryan.

Emma White

15:34 05 Jun 23

Wagtails offer a fantastic puppy package that introduces your puppy to all the different stages of grooming in four separate sessions. My 7 month old bordoodle Morris and I have just come home from his final session where he had his full shave, and he looks incredible! The staff at Wagtails made him so welcome and comfortable around all these new experiences. We can't wait to return:)

Laura Craven

08:31 23 May 23

Louisa is so nice and took really good care of my springer spaniel. It was his first visit to a groomers and he looks incredible. We're so pleased with the result and couldn't find a hair out of place. They're so good and reasonably priced I've already booked him in for his next pamper. I can't say thank you enough.

Jacqueline Park

08:09 25 Apr 23

Louisa and her team are lovely and listen to all your dogs needs. This was my spaniels first visit and one of them is usually very anxious when being groomed but we had no problems at all. They looked fabulous after their visit.

Sherry

21:04 13 Mar 23

Louisa has been clipping Nellies nails for a few months. Nellie has black nails and difficult clip, she also wriggles a lot!Louisa was warm and welcoming, and we were immediately at ease.Nellie loves coming to see Louisa. We are always happy, and would highly recommend WagTails to anyone looking for a reputable, quality groomer. The service is outstanding. It’s always busy… which speaks volumes. Thank you Louisa for looking after Nellie you’re a star xx

donna kershaw

12:41 17 Feb 23

My sprocker Luke was 1 year at the end if January. He had never been groomed. I did some research and the testimonials for Louisa (and Hannah), of Wagtails of the Wolds appeared to be out standing so I booked.I was not disappointed. Such friendly, kind and caring staff. Luke has had a bad time recently after having a front leg amputated most likely as the vet says, due to an adder bite. I was quite nervous, never mind Luke.Louisa was very professional and understanding of his differing needs, and catered for this with outstanding care. She and Hannah took care of Luke as though he was their ownDefinitely be using again.Go on give them a try. You won't be disappointed.

Megan Billany

11:42 06 Jan 23

Could not recommend enough! Took my 10 month old cane corso, Cerberus for his first time proper groom. The staff were absolutely amazing, could not thank them enough, so patient and went by his according, when he was ready as he was very nervous been his first time. His coat has never been so soft and clean, He looks so fresh and smells amazing! I’m very happy with the outcome and will definitely be coming again!

Regan Stringer

13:06 05 Jan 23

This is by far the best groomer I have ever been to! I have two spaniels and they both came back to me looking the best ever and exactly what I asked for. My eldest is a nervous, reactive boy and in the past I’ve had to use groomers that visit the house or book an appointment when we know the salon will be more or less empty. But at Wagtails, he is so well looked after and loved he happily goes into the salon when it’s busy! Something I’ve never seen him do!I highly recommend Wagtails and I personally won’t be taking my dogs anywhere else again!

Will Thomson

09:40 03 Dec 22

Fantastic experience. Couldn’t recommend higher. Louisa talks through the style of your dog, it’s hugely personable and she takes such time and care. Definitely top groomers we have found in the area!

Linda Webb

11:41 16 Oct 22

Louisa and the girls at Wagtails are amazing. Bella & Maya had been groomed by the same groomer for 8years, moving counties meant a new groomer. Louisa made me feel so comfortable leaving the girls with her.I wouldn't take them anywhere else, I am so lucky to have chosen Wagtails of the Wolds.

Alice Rix

09:41 13 Sep 22

My puppies first experience at a groomers and she looking amazing. Louisa was so helpful and friendly. She talked me through what would be taking place with Peggy and asked what i wanted out of it. Peggy looks neat and tidy without looking “too groomed” which is what we wanted. Happy I’ve found Peggy’s perfect groomer!

CL P

20:50 18 Aug 22

Thanks for juggling things round for us when things got a bit tricky. Again Jess has come out of there squeaky clean and smooth and feeling lovely. All of you in there are stars!

Nickie Illingworth

19:30 15 Aug 22

Took my white long haired GSD for the first time, he looks stunning.Fabulous job. Lovely clean teeth too.Thank You

Gaynor Parr-Manley

07:15 30 Jul 22

We would highly recommend Louisa and her lovely team. Rita a three year old cocker Spaniel can be VERY fussy!! The team always offer a warm welcome and are able to put us both at ease! From the start to the end of the session it is a highly professional and efficient service resulting in one happy dog and owner! Thankyou xx

georgie spenceley

19:15 26 Jul 22

Wags of tails are just brilliant! The patience these girls have, especially for my very difficult pugs for their nails clipping, is just amazing. I travel 20 miles to have a visit with the team for sometimes just a quick 5 minutes, (sometimes a lot longer, depending how mine play up!) as the care these ladies have on my fur babies is just so wonderful. I don’t trust anyone else. Wage of tails your worth every mile, thank you for looking after us, Worzel and Lola xx

Pauline Archibald

16:10 28 Jun 22

Louisa did a fantastic job with my very anxious Cavapoo Coco, the care and effort that went into that groom and cut is fabulous. Coco was smiling and not at all the nervous pup I usually pick up, she was given a completely yellow bow tie too, very cute. Thank you Louisa, you will be highly recommended by me. Pauline

Diane I Proudfoot

20:22 21 Jun 22

If you are looking for an EXCELLENT dog groomer you need look no further. Louisa and her small team are wonderful. The grooming is first class and Louisa is so caring and thoughtful. Our Tibetan terrier always wags his tail when he sees Louisa and never resists going in for his grooming. I have no worries about leaving him for his grooming. I can highly recommend Wagtails of the Wolds with absolutely no hesitation.

Beth Taylor

16:37 20 Jun 22

We've been coming to Louisa for a few years now, I'm really glad we found her. My 8 year old cockapoo gets an unconventional buzz cut all over, so I know that Louisa listens to what you ask for. He's just started having dental treatment which I fully recommend as it's made a massive difference and saved us from vet treatment. Thanks Louisa