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Stopped in today to check out their collar/leash selection. I am now the proud parent of a German Shepherd pup and wanted a nice sturdy leather set that would last several years.
The store is tucked into Old Town Scottsdale, and really beautifully decorated inside. They have a dog gate up at the door, so pups can run about inside (and a gate is a good idea anyway for any grooming parlor). 3 girls were working, all pleasant.
The blonde was very helpful; she went sorting through all the collars, trying to find one that would fit but allow growth room and wasn't too girly (Nately is a boy dog, gosh darnit, no rhinestones needed!). She had personal preferences from her own large puppy and was knowledgeable about the different brands and how they would wear over time.
I was impressed at the fact that she wasn't pushy; I'm used to Scottsdale sales clerks being like used car salesmen. Nope! I was hesitant, since the collars are very pricey ($65-$110), and while I have no qualms about paying that much for a good quality one that will last his whole life, I have no idea what size he needs as an adult. I explained to her that he is a rescue, and we can only guess at his age and how much he'll grow, and instead of just selling me a smaller collar, she suggested I buy a cheap nylon one now, and bring him in in a few months when he is mostly grown, and they would size him/custom order one if needed.
They also had a lot of cute dog treats and toys, all healthy stuff. I also really liked that the grooming area appeared to be completely see-through - my mom is a groomer and that is a big plus to her when a shop has nothing to hide.
We shall return!
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