Pet Grooming in Minneapolis

Minneapolis 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 Minnesota and the city require

Minnesota's kennel license law says that no one may operate a kennel or dealer business without a license from the state Board of Animal Health. But the statute defines a kennel as a place where dogs or cats are kept if they were obtained from municipalities, pounds, auctions or ads for unwanted pets, and the definition does not mention boarding or grooming. The City of Minneapolis lists its animal-related business licenses as horse and carriage, pet shop and traveling animal show licenses, and none for groomers. Ask a business what approvals it holds, and do not treat a license as a measure of skill.

Experience matters too

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 city license

All dogs, cats and ferrets over four months of age must have a Minneapolis license, and the pet must be current on its rabies vaccinations to get one. Groomers will ask for proof of rabies vaccination too.

Winter salt and subzero days

Road salt and de-icers irritate 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 collects. In a deep freeze, ask about drop-off times so your dog is not waiting outside.

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.