Pet Grooming in Glasgow

Glasgow's groomers range from neighbourhood salons and dog spas to mobile vans that come to your door. 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.

Licences and your groomer

In Scotland, Glasgow City Council licenses animal boarding under the Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963, which says that anyone who carries on the business of providing accommodation for other people's cats and dogs needs a licence. That licence is about accommodation, so it matters mainly if your groomer also offers day boarding or overnight stays; ask to see it. A licence is not a measure of skill, so ask how long the groomer has worked and whether they groom your breed often.

Your dog's microchip

All dogs over eight weeks old in Scotland must be microchipped under the Microchipping of Dogs (Scotland) Regulations 2016. Keep your contact details up to date on the database, so you can be reached if your dog slips its lead after a groom.

Bonfire Night and fireworks

Fireworks can frighten dogs. The Scottish SPCA advises walking your dog earlier in the day, closing curtains, playing the TV or music to muffle the noise, and not letting your dog outside while fireworks are going off. If your dog is nervous, avoid booking a groom on the evenings when fireworks are likely.

Wet and muddy weather

Glasgow is wet for much of the year. Rinse mud and grit from legs and paws after walks, dry your dog thoroughly, and ask your groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed so mud does 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.

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