Pet Grooming in Ardmore

Ardmore'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

Oklahoma's Commercial Pet Breeders and Animal Shelter Licensing Act covers commercial breeders and animal shelters, not groomers, so ask how long the groomer has worked, where they trained and whether they groom your breed often. Before the first visit:

• 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.

Vaccines and city rules

Oklahoma's state rabies rule requires a dog to be vaccinated against rabies by the time it is four months old and at regular intervals after that, following the vaccine label or a city's own rules, so groomers will ask for proof of rabies vaccination, and many also ask for DHPP and Bordetella (kennel cough). Dog license and vaccination rules are set by each city, so call Ardmore's animal services or the city clerk to confirm what your dog needs before you book.

Summer heat and winter ice

Wipe your dog's paws after winter 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.

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