Pet Grooming in Hanover

Groomers in and around Hanover 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.

Licenses and the groomer

Pennsylvania does not license groomers: the state's business guide lists only a sales tax license for a grooming business, so ask how long the groomer has worked, where they trained and whether they groom your breed often.

Your dog's license

Pennsylvania law requires all dogs three months of age or older to be licensed by January 1 of each year, and the York County Treasurer issues licenses in York County, in person at its office, through local agents, by mail or online. An unlicensed dog can bring a summary offense charge with a maximum fine of $500, according to the county. Dogs and cats three months and older also need a current rabies vaccination, state law says, so keep your dog's records handy for groomers.

Seasons and coats

Winter walks on salted sidewalks are hard on paws, so wipe them off afterward and ask for the fur between the pads to be kept short. Summer calls for early appointments and a cool car ride home; never leave your dog in a parked car. If your dog has a thick double coat, such as a husky, shepherd or collie, ask for a de-shed rather than a shave, because the undercoat helps protect against heat and sunburn.

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.