Second Dog to Die at Petsmart Grooming in Six Months -- ZooToo Pet News

Dale46
2 years ago

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I don't know how anyone could be comfortable having there dogs groomed there after all this. Accidents happen but I would never take that chance with myu babies now.

Samael
2 years ago

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this is terrible. Didn't they notice a dog reacting to get suffocated while being groomed? In all honesty, they should be put out of business. Sue them!

tiriba
2 years ago

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I don't trust them, so I don't have my dogs groomed there. They are in a hurry and how much training have they had?

Carol Ann (camsolares)
2 years ago

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It seems a tragic story but still could be a coincidence and not a trend in the Petsmart chain. i usually only bring my dogs to small family grommers where I stay with them while they get their nails done. I think more information should be determined before any conclusions are made and guilt laid on someone.

Randy697
2 years ago

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who would have thought leaving your dog with a groomer was risky

Kristina R. (babykristina32)
2 years ago

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An English bulldog accidentally strangled as employees attempted to clip its nails? How does that happen? And now a cocker spaniel died accidentally- from a muzzle that was too tight. What does Petsmart have to say about these 2 recent incidents? Sounds fishy to me. I don't think we are getting the whole story. Sad for both owners to lose their loved ones in such a horrible way. Who would have thought that death could occur at a groomers?

lamastusa
2 years ago

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I think before judgement is made, it's important to look at the facts. Vets are going to lose animals in their care, just as sure as mistakes will happen. Speaking statiscally, and on average, I wonder what 2 dogs is compared to all the pets they see. And how that compares will other pet stores and vets around the country - many of which do the grooming procedures Petsmart does as well.

avaughn13
2 years ago

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Makes you think twice about who grooms your animal. I think that at those larger places who have such a high turnover rate of employees, it is hard to get experienced groomers. Hopefully these are two isolated incidents and Petsmart will learn their lesson and not let inexperienced groomers work on animals.

Daniela I. (danielai)
2 years ago

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I think you make a good point about large businesses having higher turnover. It is possible that they can't instill the same sincere concern in employees that are coming through so often and then leaving. I guess as an employee in a vet clinic, I do wonder the details of what happened--I know that sometimes things are very different than how they sound, and I would hate to be badmouthing someone who actually cared and just made a genuine mistake. It is a hard issue to make up my mind on. It is a sad reason for an animal to die..as if there is a good reason.

andyb4858
2 years ago

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Wow, that had better be investigated.

jerseygirl
2 years ago

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Too bad for all concerned...it is tragic to lose a pet under these circumstances. Yes, accidents do happen, but that is why we have to carefully monitor pets when working with them.

rsolveira
2 years ago

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What a shame.....

Martha12345
2 years ago

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Though some handlers may mistakenly put a device on too tight, there are often times pets are so stressed and afraid they develop life-threatening conditions caused by strain, stress and anxiety. Hopefully, any poor work habits will be corrected immediately.

Kathy S. (kes1973)
2 years ago

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Something is wrong at that petsmart. It doesnt sound like I would want my pets to go there.

LINDA421419 B. (linda421419)
2 years ago

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FIRST OF ALL THE EMPLOYEE MUST HAVE BEEN IN THE WRONG PROFFESION. MAYBE HE SHOULD HAVE BEEN AT THE SLAUGHTER HOUUSE.

Devin (Devin67)
2 years ago

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that is so sad she should sue petsmart

poor dog :( :(

maura b. (maurabutt)
2 years ago

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sad

reneeb8888
2 years ago

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How couldn't the groomer tell the animal was in distress? I would be really following up on this, there's no way another animal can replace the one you previously had. How tragic!

Katlee
2 years ago

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This is tragic. Even if they were just accidents, these are living beings and deserve to be treated with dignity and care. I hope the episodes are being investigated and the employees involved are being held accountable.

mary m. (nuts4mutts)
2 years ago

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How very sad. If Petsmart had a camera in the grooming salon, they would know exactly what happened to these two poor dogs. They would also know
how the animals are being treated at their place of business.

mary m. (nuts4mutts)
2 years ago

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How very sad. If Petsmart had a camera in the grooming salon, they would know exactly what happened to these two poor dogs. They would also know
how the animals are being treated at their place of business.

ghazzi
2 years ago

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I never really liked Pet Smart, did you know they leave died fish in tanks to decompose?

Amyl412
2 years ago

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Wow! I find it difficult to believe that these dogs accidentally died and PetsMart employees didn't notice that the dogs were choking or couldn't breath. I shop at PetsMart quite a bit, but I know I won't have my dogs groomed there any time soon. How unfortunate.

ghazzi
2 years ago

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I was never really fond of Pet Smart. Especilly in michigan, michigan has real bad fish area and the building is discusting

RayneStorm
2 years ago

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I agree that accidents happen but maybe if the Petsmart people were better qualified or maybe paid a little moer attention to what they were doing the accident could have been avoided. One accident is fine but more than one in "recent months" calls for something to be done.

RayneStorm
2 years ago

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I agree that accidents happen but maybe if the Petsmart people were better qualified or maybe paid a little moer attention to what they were doing the accident could have been avoided. One accident is fine but more than one in "recent months" calls for something to be done.

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HEATHER D. (hdevine)
2 years ago

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If it were not a big chain like Petsmart, would it have made the news? That's really sad for the dogs and their owners though. I've taken my dog to Petsmart (for nails and ears only) and it makes me think twice. I'm sure Petsmart will suffer greatly from this publicity and training efforts will be put into place.

HEATHER D. (hdevine)
2 years ago

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If it were not a big chain like Petsmart, would it have made the news? That's really sad for the dogs and their owners though. I've taken my dog to Petsmart (for nails and ears only) and it makes me think twice. I'm sure Petsmart will suffer greatly from this publicity and training efforts will be put into place.

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skstc21
2 years ago

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Petsmart is a huge chain; they can't be blamed as a whole for these incidents. They hire many different groomers, and some are more professional than others (like at all chains). As the owner of a dog that requires frequent grooming, I made it a point to have her groomed every 4-6 weeks throughout her first year, though I thought the puppy coat was adorable. Why? So she would readily accept grooming. I also talked to other people to find a groomer that was knowledgable and kind. My dog loves visiting the groomer, looks fantastic when she comes out, isn't nervous or stressed and suffers no trauma. It's just good training. Unfortunately, if you've adopted an adult or rescue dog, you have a lot of work to do to get them there, but an understanding groomer working with the dog frequently can typically bring it around. Pay attention to where you leave your precious pets!

Joanne N. (jonuggie)
2 years ago

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What a sad story. I would be devastated if this happened to my dog! It is hard to say if this is a problem just at Petsmart. I am not excusing them, for there is no excuse for a pet being entrusted into a groomer's care and dying in the process. I wonder if this happens in the same short period of time on other grooming parlors. Perhaps the problem is bigger than we realize.

Willow33
2 years ago

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So sad...do you think it's because they tend to hire younger groomers that lack the proper training?

Cyndie2
2 years ago

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guess I wouldn't take my dog there for grooming.

Liz (flutelizard6)
2 years ago

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You never know what you will encounter at chain pet stores.

stacychris
2 years ago

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i think that is horrible that it happened. its so sad. the employees need to be more careful with the restraint they use.

Katy C. (somethingurbane)
2 years ago

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Petsmart and Petco groomers do go through a training period, but the groomers assistants, who do most of the nail trimming and bathing, don't. If they did, these stores would have to charge a lot more than their Big Box prices.

LesleyLambert
2 years ago

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This is awful I would sue. You trusted these people to take care of your dog while he was getting groomed. If this is an ongoing thing I belive that petsmart should be very cautious of the people that they hire.

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mhawley1
2 years ago

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I think that this lady should sue, seing as this is the second time in less than a year that there has been an incident with petsmarts grooming department. I also thing that petsmart should be watched very closely and inspected, there employees should also have alot more training before starting there job.

zwhitron
2 years ago

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Regardless of who is at fault. It was the dog's day to go. I spend at much quality time with my pets as I can. They bring joy more than sadness!

arlosasso
2 years ago

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This story makes me wonder why people bring their pets to chain stores for grooming. I have never heard of an incident of this type happening in owner operated grooming salons. It makes me wonder about the qualifications of the employees in these chain grooming facilities

Lynn (lynnmarie8563)
2 years ago

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these are accidents that have only happened twice. somethings just happen and its not like it was ment to happen. i dont think she should sue becasue it was an accident.

Peggy B. (PeggyBrownAguilar)
2 years ago

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It is very sad that two dogs have been lost. But that is two out of hundreds of thousands of dogs at hundreds of Petsmart locations. There could have been neglect, but there could also have been underlying undiagnosed health issues that would have killed the dogs one way or another. It would be wrong to rush to judgement without all the facts. There are good and bad groomers everwhere. The important thing is to know who is handling your dog.

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Kendra13
2 years ago

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I think people need to start researching more. In Maine you can get your grooming "license" online. You never even have to touch a dog, that makes me nervous. I think people should request staying while their dog is being groomed, then they can be aware of how their dog is treated.

Fernando A. (FernandoAguilar)
2 years ago

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While this is sad, it was one incident at each of two, out of of several hundred, Petsmart stores. While there could have been some neglect involved, there could have also have been underlying health issues that would have had the same result no matter what type of stress the pet was placed under. Two incidents, while too many for the heartbroken owners involved, out of the hundreds of thousands, perhaps millions, of pets groomed at Petsmart annually, would hardly indicate a dangerous trend. There are good and bad groomers working everywhere, I think the important thing is to know the person working on your dog.

Stephanie L. (islandhopper)
2 years ago

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Are the groomers at Petsmart Licensed in their state? Do they have to be? Are they pet lovers? I'd rather take my pet to a groomer that I know whom own their own grooming place where you can get referrals from past and present customers.

Dre M. (trina)
2 years ago

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My two dogs have short hair so don't get groomed. They do get their nails clipped. I stand next to them during the procedure and make sure no accidents happen. Petsmart is not the only shop that hires "bad" groomers. We all need to keep our eyes open.

brandicrampton
2 years ago

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That's so sad. My friends mom has a grooming shop and it's the only place I'll take mine.

joolaay
2 years ago

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The next time something like this happens to someone, they should definitey get an autopsy. Considering the repitition of dying dogs, someone should find out WHAT is causing it.

kkgilman
2 years ago

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This is one time were i would think, sue,sue,sue.

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