Pet Grooming in Green Bay

Green Bay'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.

What Wisconsin and Green Bay require of groomers

Wisconsin's agriculture department licenses dog breeders, dealers, shelters and rescues, but its dog seller and facility program page says there is no license or inspection required for dog groomers, boarding kennels or anyone else. That covers the state program only; city and county rules such as zoning and business licensing may still apply, so ask a business what it holds. In Green Bay, the city clerk's page says no one may operate a grooming service without first obtaining an animal establishment license, and that the Humane Officer reviews each application before the clerk issues or renews it. The license expires one year from issuance.

Experience matters too

A license is not a measure of skill, 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.

Your dog's license

Green Bay's ordinance requires all dogs and cats five months of age or older to be licensed every year. A valid rabies certificate must be uploaded with the application, licenses expire on December 31, and a $5 late fee applies after March 31. The clerk's office does not sell dog and cat licenses from October 1 through November 30, and sales for the next year begin on December 1. Groomers will ask for proof of rabies vaccination too.

Winter salt and slush

Road salt irritates paw pads. After winter walks, wipe your dog's paws with a damp cloth, and ask your groomer to trim the hair between the pads, where ice and salt collect.

Summer heat

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.

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.