Pet Grooming in Fontana

Fontana's groomers range from neighborhood salons and pet-store grooming counters 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.

Your dog's license

Fontana licenses dogs itself rather than through the county. The city's dog license page says residents must license a dog within 30 days of moving into Fontana or of acquiring a dog four months or older, and a current rabies certificate is required. The city's Animal Services Team is part of the Fontana Police Department, and its directory lists the City of San Bernardino Animal Shelter. The City of San Bernardino's animal services page notes that pet licensing is issued by your city of residence, so a San Bernardino license does not cover a Fontana address. Groomers will ask for rabies proof too.

Training and experience

Ask how long the groomer has worked, where they trained and whether they groom your breed often. Tell them about your dog's health, age and temperament.

Heat and hot pavement

California's Office of Emergency Services hot-weather pet advice says never to leave a pet in a car, even with the windows down, to plan outdoor activity for early morning and evening, and that if the sidewalk is too hot for you to walk barefoot, it is too hot for your pet. It also advises extra care for dogs that are elderly, overweight or snub-nosed. In summer, book an early-morning appointment and ask how the salon keeps dogs cool. For double-coated breeds such as huskies and shepherds, ask your groomer for a de-shed rather than a shave.

Canine flu

A March 2026 advisory from Los Angeles County Public Health says canine influenza (H3N2) was first detected in California in 2015, and strongly recommends that dogs be fully vaccinated against it before entering boarding kennels, dog daycare or dog parks. Ask your vet whether the flu shot makes sense for your dog, and ask a groomer whether they separate dogs that are coughing.

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.
• Ask how long the groomer has worked and whether they groom your breed often.

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