The Hairy Bandits is a pet groomer at 426 Collins Rd in Lincoln, Selwyn, rated a perfect 5.0 from 15 Google reviews and reachable through its Facebook page. Good grooming is as much about handling as haircuts: a steady groomer works through bath, dry, clip and nails at the dog's pace, easing off when an animal is nervous. Around a farming district like Selwyn, regular appointments earn their keep — matted coats hide skin trouble, and summer grass seeds work into ears and between toes, where a careful groomer often finds them before a vet visit is needed. When choosing, ask how a first visit runs and whether the same person will groom your pet each time; a familiar face settles most dogs. For the dogs of Lincoln and the roads around it, a well-reviewed groomer on Collins Rd is a handy thing to have nearby.