This is so scary, Ellie. I guess I was lucky when I had my peke-a-poos, Charmin and Daisy and my border collie, Heidi. I went to the same groomer always and she was wonderful w/them. She even had a senior day when she worked only on senior dogs because she said that she needs to take more time w/them because she has to be more careful. When I called to tell her that I would only be bringing one dog in for grooming next time, she cried. I wish you success in finding a good groomer that you can trust w/your furbabies.