Addressing Pet Behavior
Informing the groomer about your pet's temperament, any anxieties, or specific behavioral quirks that might affect the grooming process (e.g., fear of dryers, biting during nail trims).
告知美容师宠物的脾气、任何焦虑情绪或可能影响美容过程的特定行为怪癖（例如，害怕吹风机，修剪指甲时咬人）。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
appointment
A planned meeting time for a service, like a doctor's visit or pet grooming. Use it when booking something in advance.
为服务安排的计划会议时间，例如看医生或宠物美容。在提前预订某事时使用。
anxious
Feeling worried or nervous. In this dialogue, it describes a pet that gets scared during grooming. Common for animals or people under stress.
感到担心或紧张。在这个对话中，它描述了一只在美容过程中害怕的宠物。在压力下的动物或人中常见。
high-velocity dryer
A powerful blow dryer used in pet grooming to dry fur quickly. 'High-velocity' means it blows air at high speed, which can scare sensitive pets.
一种用于宠物美容的强大吹风机，可快速干燥毛发。'High-velocity' 表示它以高速吹出空气，这可能会吓到敏感的宠物。
snap
To bite quickly or sharply, often in defense. Here, it means the dog might bite lightly if scared. Use it for sudden, short actions.
快速或猛烈地咬，通常是为了防御。这里，指狗如果害怕可能会轻轻咬一口。用它来描述突然的、短暂的动作。
nail trims
Cutting a pet's nails short for safety and comfort. 'Trim' means to cut neatly. Important for pet care to prevent injuries.
为了安全和舒适，将宠物的指甲剪短。'Trim'意为整齐剪切。对宠物护理很重要，以防止受伤。
muzzle
A device worn over a dog's mouth to prevent biting. Used for safety during grooming or vet visits when a pet is anxious.
一种戴在狗嘴上的装置，用于防止咬人。在宠物焦虑时，用于修剪毛发或就诊时的安全。
heads-up
An informal warning or notice about something important in advance. Like saying 'just so you know.' Useful in casual conversations.
一种非正式的警告或提前通知重要事项。就像说'顺便告诉你'。在随意对话中有用。
sensitive spot
An area on the body that is easily irritated or painful to touch. Here, it's the dog's ear. Common in describing pets' or people's vulnerabilities.
身体上容易被刺激或触摸时疼痛的区域。这里是狗的耳朵。常用于描述宠物或人的脆弱性。
squeaky toys
Toys that make a squeaking sound when squeezed, often for dogs to play with. 'Squeaky' describes the noise, helping to calm or entertain pets.
挤压时发出吱吱声的玩具，通常供狗玩耍。'Squeaky' 描述这种声音，有助于安抚或娱乐宠物。
treats
Small snacks or rewards given to pets for good behavior. Like cheese treats here. Use it when talking about training or calming animals.
给宠物好行为的奖励小零食。这里像奶酪零食。用于谈论训练或安抚动物时。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
I just wanted to mention a few things about him.
This is a polite way to introduce information before a service. 'Just wanted to' softens the request, making it less direct. Useful for sharing details in appointments, like pet behaviors. Grammar: Past tense for politeness.
这是介绍服务前信息的一种礼貌方式。'Just wanted to' 软化了请求，使其不那么直接。在预约中分享细节很有用，比如宠物的行为。语法：使用过去时以示礼貌。
What should we be aware of with Buster?
Asks for important information to prepare. 'Be aware of' means to know and pay attention to something. Great for service providers to show care. Useful in professional settings like grooming or medical visits.
询问准备所需的重要信息。“Be aware of”意思是知道并注意某事。非常适合服务提供者展示关怀。在专业场合如美容或医疗访问中很有用。
He's generally very sweet, but he gets really anxious with the high-velocity dryer.
Contrasts positive and negative traits using 'but.' 'Generally' means usually. Explains pet temperament clearly. Helpful for describing animals or people with specific fears. Grammar: Adverbs like 'really' add emphasis.
使用 'but' 对比正面和负面特质。'Generally' 意思是通常。清楚解释宠物的性情。有助于描述有特定恐惧的动物或人。语法：像 'really' 这样的副词添加强调。
We can definitely use a lower setting or a towel dry for most of it.
Offers solutions politely. 'Definitely' shows confidence, 'or' gives options. Practical for suggesting alternatives in services. Use when adapting to customer needs.
礼貌地提供解决方案。「Definitely」显示自信，「or」提供选项。在服务中建议替代方案时实用。用于适应客户需求时。
He's also not a fan of nail trims.
Idiomatic expression 'not a fan of' means doesn't like something. Casual way to state dislikes. Common in everyday talk about preferences, especially for pets or kids.
习语表达 'not a fan of' 意思是不喜欢某事。一种随意表达厌恶的方式。在日常对话中常见，尤其关于宠物或孩子的偏好。
Thanks for the heads-up.
Informal thanks for advance warning. 'Heads-up' is slang for notice. Builds rapport in conversations. Use in casual or service interactions to acknowledge helpful info.
对提前警告的非正式感谢。'Heads-up' 是通知的俚语。在对话中建立融洽关系。在休闲或服务互动中使用，以承认有用的信息。
We'll take our time with him and make sure he's as comfortable as possible.
Promises careful handling. 'Take our time' means not rushing, 'as...as possible' shows maximum effort. Reassures customers. Useful in service industries for building trust. Grammar: Comparative structure.
承诺小心处理。“Take our time”表示不匆忙，“as...as possible”显示最大努力。安慰客户。在服务行业用于建立信任很有用。语法：比较结构。
He loves squeaky toys and cheese treats.
Simple statement of likes using 'loves.' Lists items with 'and.' Practical for suggesting ways to calm pets. Use when sharing preferences to improve experiences.
使用 'loves' 的简单喜好声明。用 'and' 列出项目。实用于建议安抚宠物的办法。在分享偏好以改善体验时使用。