Calm, careful grooming in Ruthin, where Lucy treats every dog like her own.

A calm, professional grooming experience in a modern, well-equipped salon on Lôn Parcwr. We use safe, high-quality products so your dog's comfort and care come first. First aid trained, with over 10 years of experience.

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5.0 from 39 Google reviewsLôn Parcwr, Ruthin

Lucy scissoring a black and tan Cavalier King Charles spaniel on the grooming table
Lucy in the salon holding a smooth-haired dachshund

Meet the groomer

Lucy is the groomer at Hot Dogs, and she's been grooming dogs for over 10 years.

“I absolutely love what I do. Working with dogs makes me happy. I treat all my four legged customers like they're my own and I wouldn't change it for the world.”

Lucy
Favourite part of the groom
“The bath, especially if it's a dirty dog - the process is super therapeutic.”
What she's best at
“I'd probably say nail clipping - I'm fast and get them done before the dogs even realised.”
  • First aid trained
  • Over 10 years of experience
  • Safe, high-quality products

What we do

Grooming is by appointment at the salon. Lucy will consult and listen to what you want before each appointment, and she's happy to give advice along the way.

  1. Full grooms

    Groom, wash, condition, paws clipped, teeth cleaned and trims. We talk through what you'd like before every appointment and point out anything worth keeping an eye on, like teeth or long claws.

  2. Puppy grooms

    First grooms that introduce young dogs to the salon, then adult grooms as they grow. Lucy won't give a young pup a full groom when it would affect the adult coat.

  3. Bath & Blow Dries

    A bath and blow dry without the full groom. Send us a message and we'll find a time that suits you.

  4. Nail clipping

    Lucy's speciality. Quick, calm nail trims, and long claws are never taken past the quick.

Close-up of Lucy clipping around a long-haired red dachshund's face
Lucy hugging a golden retriever standing on the grooming table

The Monthly Bath Club

A regular monthly bath for your dog.

If you'd like to join our Monthly Bath Club scheme, just send us a message for more info.

Spaniels, labradors and of course dachshunds

Every dog is welcome on the table, but Lucy does have favourites. Her favourite dogs to groom:

“Spaniels, Labradors and of course Dashchunds”

A liver and white springer spaniel on the grooming table after a groom
Spaniels
Four yellow labradors sitting together on the grey sofa in the salon
Labradors
A red dachshund wearing a cream bow tie after a groom
Dachshunds

What owners say about Lucy

5.0 from 39 reviews on Google

100%

recommend us on Facebook (72 reviews)

“Our Cocker Spaniel has been visiting Lucy at Hot Dogs for nearly 7 years! She always comes back looking very smart and smelling wonderful. You can tell that that she is happy to be at the salon by her waggy tail and the way she heads straight for the crate on arrival. We first took her to Lucy when she was a pup and we were reassured at Lucy’s expertise when she said she wouldn’t do a full grooming on such a young dog as it would affect the adult coat - something we weren’t aware of. This gave us confidence in Lucy’s skills in caring for our precious pooch, which is why we are still taking her to Hot Dogs”

Gill Hodson, Google review

“Lucy at Hot Dogs has been so reassuring for our nervous pup and has built a good relationship with her since we introduced her to the world of grooming last September. Dottie comes home smelling lovely and looking gorgeous every time. Lucy will consult and listen to our requirements before each appointment and will offer advice and guidance whenever we have needed. We wouldn't use anywhere else!”

Rachel Edwards, Google review

“My cavapoo has been going here since he was about 10 weeks for his first few puppy grooms and now he gets his adult grooms. Lucy is so caring and genuine. She really looks after my pup and he is always so soft and fluffy and also smells amazing. The best and friendliest service and great salon as well”

karyn Louise, Google review

“I have four labradors, only one of which has been professionally groomed before. We had the works - groom, wash, condition, paws clipped, teeth cleaned, trims and everything else you could possibly imagine! The dogs were instantly made to feel at home and comfortable, the three novices took to it so well due to the calm and gentle management by the team. They literally changed colour and still smell delightful almost a week later (and the house is less hairy!) Great professional service with true expertise (we have one dog with long claws and they were not taken past the quick, also lots of helpful comments on teeth to watch etc). Fantastic team and service - we will be repeat customers!!”

Veronica Jackson, Google review

“Lucy is the best. Both our pooches, Ollie and Casi are regularly washed and groomed to an excellent standard. They also smell lovely after Lucy's session. Thanks!”

Andy Bruce, Google review

Fresh from the grooming table

Soft, fluffy and smelling lovely. A few of the dogs who have been in to see us.

An apricot poodle cross sitting on the grooming table with a fresh teddy face
A white terrier licking its nose on a sheepskin rug in the sunshine
A chocolate poodle cross in a white bow tie in the salon
A cream cockapoo on the grooming table with its head tilted
A long-haired golden dachshund sitting on a sheepskin, looking to the side
A freshly groomed black chow chow standing on the grooming table
A golden fluffy dog lying on the grooming table with its eyes closed
A Yorkshire terrier smiling on the salon sofa in front of the Hot Dogs wall lettering

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A black labrador sitting on the grass in the sunshine

Harry

Bath & Blow Dries. Super flexible and happy to work around your schedule.

Cerys and Elz

Here to help keep on top of your dog's grooms.

Wagging Tails by Cerys Faulkner

At our Hot Dogs salon on Thursdays. If you can't find an appointment with us, Cerys may be able to fit you in.

The diary

We're opening the diary a month at a time while we settle into our new routine, and appointments go quickly. Send us a message to book, or to go on the waiting list for the next month: you'll be contacted first when it opens.

Trial hours

Working hours

  • Monday10am-5pm
  • Tuesday4pm-7pm
  • Saturday10am-5pm
  • Sunday4pm-7pm

These hours may change slightly after the trial period as we find a routine that works best for our family. Grooming is by appointment only.

Unit 10, Clwydfro Business Centre, Lôn Parcwr Business Park, Ruthin LL15 1NJ

07503 604551

Book your dog in with Lucy

Call, email or send us a message on Facebook. Tell us a little about your dog and what you'd like, and we'll do our best to find you a slot.

This opens your email app with your message ready to send to hotdogsdoggroomers@gmail.com.

Call Lucy on 07503 604551