Pet Grooming in Lafayette

Lafayette'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.

Ask about experience

Ask how long the groomer has worked, where they trained and whether they groom your breed often, and ask to see where dogs are bathed, dried and kept. Tell the groomer about your dog's health, age and temperament.

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 rabies shot and ID

Lafayette's city code says dogs and cats must be inoculated against rabies before they reach three months of age and at least every three years after that, with the owner keeping the paperwork to show on request. Each dog or cat must also carry a means of identification at all times. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination, so keep the certificate handy.

Summer heat and winter salt

Lafayette summers can be hot and humid, so 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. In winter, wipe your dog's paws after walks on salted sidewalks, and ask your groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed so ice and salt do not build up.

The city code also makes it unlawful to leave an animal unattended in a vehicle when conditions in the vehicle would be a health hazard to the animal.

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.