Pet Grooming in Alpharetta

Alpharetta's groomers range from neighborhood salons and pet-store grooming counters to mobile vans that work from your driveway. A full groom usually covers a bath, haircut, nail trim and ear cleaning; most groomers also offer bath-only visits, de-shedding and quick tidy-ups between full grooms.

State kennel licenses

Georgia treats grooming shops as kennels. The Georgia Department of Agriculture's license search lists groomers, trainers and boarders as kennel operators, and the state's rules define a kennel to include a grooming shop. Ask a groomer whether it holds a state license, and look it up in that search yourself. A license is not a measure of skill, so also ask how long the groomer has worked and whether they groom your breed often.

Your dog's license

Fulton County's animal ordinance requires pet owners in the county to license their dogs and cats, and owners who do not may receive a citation. Alpharetta is in Fulton County, so ask Fulton County Animal Services how the rule applies at your address. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Summer heat and humidity

Alpharetta summers are hot and sticky. Fulton County Police warn that a parked car can climb past 120°F when it is only 80°F outside, so never leave your dog in the car, even for a quick errand. Book early-morning appointments, and for double-coated breeds such as huskies and shepherds, ask for a de-shed rather than a shave: the undercoat protects them from heat and sunburn.

Coughs and canine illness

In November 2023, 11Alive reported that veterinarians across the country were warning of a respiratory illness spreading among dogs, and quoted a VCA Animal Hospitals medical director who advised owners to keep respiratory vaccines current and to limit exposure to other dogs when there is a known outbreak in your area. Ask your vet which vaccines make sense for your dog, and reschedule if your dog is coughing.

Before the first appointment

• Tell the groomer about your dog's health, age and temperament.
• Ask how dogs are dried; if a cage dryer is used, someone should check the dog often.
• Ask which vaccines they require, and reschedule if your dog is coughing.
• If the coat is badly matted, ask about a short clip rather than hours of brushing out.

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