Pet Grooming in Boise

Boise'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

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.

Your dog's license

Boise's code says no one may keep a dog over sixteen weeks old in the city without a dog license. The City Clerk says Boise and every jurisdiction in Ada County require dogs to have and wear a license, and that failing to license or renew can bring a citation, fine and court fees. Licenses can be issued online and at neighborhood locations. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Summer heat and winter cold

Boise summers get hot and dry. Book early-morning appointments, walk on grass rather than hot pavement, and never leave your dog in a parked car. 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. In winter, wipe your dog's paws after walks on treated sidewalks and ask your groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed.

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.