Pet Grooming in Las Cruces

Las Cruces'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 more than paperwork

Rules for groomers can vary by city and county, so the most useful checks are your own: 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. 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 rules in Las Cruces

Las Cruces and Doña Ana County share one animal shelter: the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley was established in 2008 through a joint powers agreement between the city and the county. The center says that pets residing in Doña Ana County and the City of Las Cruces are required to be microchipped. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Desert sun, heat and coughs

Las Cruces summers are hot and the sun is strong. Never leave a dog alone in a parked car, book early-morning appointments, 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 December 2023 the New Mexico Department of Agriculture advised New Mexicans to avoid mingling dogs in places such as grooming facilities and boarding centers if their pets are not fully vaccinated or are high risk, during a canine respiratory illness alert. Ask your vet which vaccines your dog needs, and keep a coughing dog home.

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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.