Pet Grooming in Hempstead

Hempstead'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.

Experience matters

Training and experience vary from groomer to groomer, so ask how long the groomer has worked, where they trained and whether they groom your breed often.

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.

Your dog's license

Dogs in the Town of Hempstead are licensed through the Town Clerk. According to the Long Island Herald, all dogs ages four months and older must be licensed, with proof of a rabies vaccination, and renewed every year. The town added online dog licensing in late 2023. Some incorporated villages inside the town may run their own dog licensing, so check with your village hall if you live in one. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Salt, sand and summer heat

After beach and bay walks or winter salt, rinse and wipe your dog's paws and coat, and ask your groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed. In summer, 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.