Pet Grooming in Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor'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.

Experience matters more than paperwork

The Washtenaw County Treasurer issues kennel licenses for the county. Ask how long a groomer has worked, where they trained and whether they groom your breed often, and if a groomer also keeps dogs overnight, ask whether it holds a kennel license.

Your dog's license

The County Treasurer sells dog licenses for all residents except those in the City of Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti Township, so Ann Arbor residents license through the city. The city says dogs older than 6 months must be licensed and wearing a tag, and licenses come from the City Clerk's office in Larcom City Hall. Bring your dog's rabies paperwork: a city license expires on the last day of the month your dog's rabies vaccination expires.

Winter salt and summer heat

Ann Arbor winters bring snow, ice and salted sidewalks. Wipe your dog's paws after walks, and ask your groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed so ice and salt do not build up. In summer, book early-morning appointments, never leave your dog in a parked car, 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.

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.

About these listings

Many listings here were added from public business data and have not been claimed by the business yet. Check hours, prices and services with the groomer directly. If you run one of these businesses, you can claim or correct your listing from its page.