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Waiting List Application
COUNTRY CLIPS HOLISTIC DOG GROOMING SALON
Add a recent picture of your dog
NEW CLIENT APPLICATION FORM
PLEASE READ BEFORE COMPLETING
Thank you for your interest in Country Clips Holistic Dog Grooming Salon.
Submitting this application does NOT guarantee a grooming appointment or acceptance as a client.
Applications are kept on file and reviewed when I have available space. I will then decide whether your dog and their grooming needs are a suitable fit for Country Clips.
Please copy and paste this entire form into an email, complete it, and email it to:
Please read all of the policies carefully before applying.
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OWNER DETAILS
Full Name:
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Phone Number:
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Email Address:
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Suburb / Area:
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YOUR DOG'S DETAILS
Dog's Name:
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Breed / Cross:
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Age:
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Male / Female:
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Desexed? YES / NO:
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Approximate Weight:
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How long have you owned your dog?
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GROOMING INFORMATION
What type of grooming are you looking for?
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What length / style would you like your dog's coat?
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When was your dog's last professional groom?
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How often is your dog normally groomed?
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COAT CONDITION
Does your dog currently have any knots or matting? YES / NO
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If yes, please explain how much matting / knotting there is:
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MATTING POLICY
If a dog's coat is matted, tightly knotted or cannot be safely brushed out, the coat may need to be clipped off short.
The groomer will always prioritise the dog's comfort, welfare and safety rather than attempting to preserve a coat that cannot safely be de-matted.
A matting fee will apply where additional time and work is required because of matting or severe knots.
Have you read and understood the matting policy? YES / NO
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Do you understand that your dog's coat may need to be clipped off if it is matted or severely knotted? YES / NO
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Do you understand that a matting fee may apply? YES / NO
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YOUR DOG'S HEALTH
Does your dog have any health conditions or medical issues I should know about? YES / NO
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If yes, please explain:
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Is your dog currently taking any medication? YES / NO
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If yes, please list medication:
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Does your dog have any allergies or skin sensitivities? YES / NO
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If yes, please explain:
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Does your dog have any joint, mobility, spinal or physical issues? YES / NO
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If yes, please explain:
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Has your dog had any recent surgery, illness or injury? YES / NO
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If yes, please explain:
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BEHAVIOUR & GROOMING
Please be completely honest. This information helps me decide whether I can safely and comfortably groom your dog.
Is your dog generally calm during grooming? YES / NO
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Does your dog become nervous or anxious during grooming? YES / NO
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Does your dog struggle or become difficult to handle during grooming? YES / NO
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Does your dog dislike having their feet touched? YES / NO
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Does your dog dislike having their face touched? YES / NO
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Does your dog dislike being restrained? YES / NO
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Has your dog ever shown aggressive behaviour during grooming? YES / NO
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Has your dog ever bitten or attempted to bite a groomer or another person? YES / NO
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If yes to any of the above, please explain:
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Does your dog have any fears, triggers or behaviours I should know about? YES / NO
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If yes, please explain:
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COUNTRY CLIPS POLICIES
Please answer YES or NO to each question.
APPLICATION & ACCEPTANCE
Do you understand that submitting this application does NOT guarantee that your dog will be accepted as a client? YES / NO
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Do you understand that applications are reviewed when Country Clips has available space? YES / NO
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Do you understand that Country Clips will decide whether your dog is a suitable fit for the salon? YES / NO
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Do you understand that completing this form does not mean you have been given an appointment? YES / NO
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PICK-UP POLICY
Do you understand that your dog must be picked up when you receive a message that your dog is ready? YES / NO
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Do you understand that dogs cannot be left at the salon for an extended period after their groom is finished? YES / NO
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NO WAITING / NO WATCHING
Country Clips is a no-waiting, no-watching salon.
Owners drop their dogs off and return when contacted that their dog is ready.
Do you understand that you cannot wait at the salon while your dog is being groomed? YES / NO
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Do you understand that owners cannot watch their dog being groomed? YES / NO
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MATTING POLICY
Do you understand that severely matted or knotted coats may need to be clipped off short for the welfare and safety of your dog? YES / NO
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Do you understand that a matting fee will apply when additional time and work is required because of matting or severe knots? YES / NO
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NO-SHOW POLICY
If you do not show up for your confirmed appointment, you will be charged the full price of the scheduled groom.
Do you understand and agree to the no-show policy? YES / NO
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PAYMENT & LATE PAYMENT
Payment is due when your dog's groom is completed.
A $10 late payment fee will apply when payment is not made within the required timeframe.
Do you understand that payment is required when your dog's groom is completed? YES / NO
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Do you understand and agree to the $10 late payment fee? YES / NO
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HEALTH & BEHAVIOUR INFORMATION
Do you agree to provide honest and accurate information about your dog's health, behaviour and grooming history? YES / NO
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Do you agree to inform Country Clips of any changes to your dog's health, medication or behaviour? YES / NO
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Do you understand that Country Clips may decline or discontinue grooming if your dog's behaviour, health or condition makes grooming unsafe or unsuitable? YES / NO
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ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW?
Please tell me anything else that may help me understand your dog and their grooming needs.
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FINAL CONFIRMATION
Have you read and understood all of the information and policies in this application? YES / NO
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Do you agree to follow the Country Clips policies if your dog is accepted as a client? YES / NO
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Do you understand that submitting this application does not mean your dog has been accepted or that an appointment has been booked? YES / NO
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Do you confirm that all information you have provided is honest and accurate? YES / NO
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Owner's Full Name:
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Date:
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PLEASE EMAIL YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION
Copy and paste this completed form into an email and send it to:
Email subject:
New Client Application – [Dog's Name]
Your application will be kept on file and reviewed when Country Clips has available space.
If I feel your dog is a suitable fit for the salon, I will contact you.COUNTRY CLIPS HOLISTIC DOG GROOMING SALON NEW CLIENT APPLICATION FORM
Thank you for your interest in Country Clips! ♡
I receive a number of enquiries from people wanting to come to Country Clips, so I have created this application form to help me get to know you and your dog a little better.
Please note: Completing this application does not mean your dog has been accepted or that a grooming appointment has been booked. Applications are kept on file and looked through when I have availability. I will then decide whether your dog is a good fit for Country Clips.
HOW TO APPLY
Please copy and paste this form into an email, fill in your answers, attach a current photo of your dog, and send it to:
A current photo is required so I can get an idea of your dog's coat and condition.
YOUR DETAILS
Full Name:
Phone Number:
Email:
Area / Suburb:
ABOUT YOUR DOG
Dog's Name:
Breed / Cross:
Age:
Male / Female:
Desexed? YES / NO:
Approximate Weight:
How long have you owned your dog?
YOUR DOG'S GROOMING HISTORY
What other groomers has your dog been to throughout their life?
Approximately how long did your dog attend these groomers?
Who was your dog's most recent groomer?
How long had your dog been going to them?
When was your dog's last groom?
Why are you looking for a new groomer?
How often has your dog normally been groomed?
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
What type of groom are you looking for?
What length or style would you like?
Is there anything specific you would like me to know about your dog's grooming needs?
YOUR DOG'S COAT
Does your dog currently have any knots or matting? YES / NO
If yes, please tell me a little about it:
MATting
If your dog's coat is very matted or knotted and cannot be safely brushed out, it may need to be clipped off short. My priority is always your dog's comfort and wellbeing.
Are you happy for the coat to be clipped off if necessary? YES / NO
Are you aware that a matting fee may apply? YES / NO
HEALTH & WELLBEING
Does your dog have any health conditions I should know about? YES / NO
If yes, please explain:
Is your dog currently taking any medication? YES / NO
If yes, please list:
Does your dog have any allergies or skin sensitivities? YES / NO
If yes, please explain:
Does your dog have any joint, mobility or physical issues? YES / NO
If yes, please explain:
Has your dog had any recent illness, surgery or injury? YES / NO
If yes, please explain:
YOUR DOG'S PERSONALITY & BEHAVIOUR
How would you describe your dog's personality?
Does your dog become nervous or anxious with grooming or being handled? YES / NO
Are there any areas your dog doesn't like being touched? YES / NO
If yes, please explain:
Does your dog have any behavioural issues at home? YES / NO
If yes, please tell me a little about them:
Does your dog have any fears, triggers or behaviours that would be helpful for me to know about? YES / NO
Has your dog ever bitten or attempted to bite a groomer or another person? YES / NO
If yes, please explain:
COUNTRY CLIPS POLICIES
Please answer YES or NO to the following:
I understand that completing this application does not guarantee an appointment or acceptance as a Country Clips client. YES / NO
I understand that applications are looked through when there is available space and Country Clips will decide if my dog is a suitable fit. YES / NO
I understand that my dog needs to be picked up when I am contacted that they are ready. YES / NO
I understand that Country Clips is a no-waiting, no-watching salon. I will drop my dog off and return when I am contacted that they are ready. YES / NO
I understand that if my dog's coat is very matted or knotted, it may need to be clipped off and a matting fee may apply. YES / NO
I understand that if I do not attend a confirmed appointment, the full groom price will be charged. YES / NO
I understand that payment is due at the time of my dog's groom and a $10 late payment fee may apply if payment is late. YES / NO
I agree to provide honest information about my dog's health, behaviour and grooming history. YES / NO
ANYTHING ELSE?
Is there anything else you would like me to know about your dog?
FINAL DETAILS
Owner's Full Name:
Date:
Have you attached a current photo of your dog? YES / NO
EMAIL YOUR APPLICATION
Please copy and paste this completed form into an email, attach a current photo of your dog, and send it to:
Email subject:
New Client Application – [Dog's Name]
Thank you for taking the time to apply to Country Clips. ♡
Your application will be kept on file and reviewed when I have availability.
If I feel your dog is a good fit for Country Clips, I will be in touch.
