Pet Grooming in St. Catharines

St. Catharines's groomers range from neighbourhood salons and pet-store grooming counters to mobile vans that park outside your home. 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.

Business licences

The City says a business licence is required for many types of businesses in St. Catharines, with conditions that include zoning approval. The page does not name pet grooming, so ask the groomer which licences it holds. A licence 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 licence

Under the City's by-law on the keeping of dogs, all dog owners in St. Catharines must purchase a dog licence. The City's licensing provider says licences must be renewed every year and expire exactly 365 days from the start date. Groomers will often ask for proof of vaccinations, so keep your dog's records handy.

Parvovirus in Ontario

In July 2025 CTV News covered a parvovirus outbreak in an Ontario city, and the Worms & Germs blog discussed news reports of canine parvovirus in London, Ontario. The blog noted that parvovirus is endemic nearly everywhere there are dogs, that vaccination is the cornerstone of control, and that it is exceedingly rare to see the disease in a properly vaccinated dog. If you have a puppy still working through its vaccine series, ask your vet when it is safe to book a groom in St. Catharines.

Winter cold

St. Catharines winters bring freezing temperatures, snow and salted sidewalks. In January 2026 the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society reminded pet owners that extreme winter weather brings a risk of frostbite and hypothermia, that cats, puppies, seniors and short-coated animals are especially vulnerable, and that dogs should only be outside for short periods in extreme cold. It suggested watching for shivering or a dog holding up its paws. 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. For double-coated breeds such as huskies and shepherds, ask for a de-shed rather than a shave.

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.