Pet Grooming in Mobile

Mobile'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

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.

Rabies tags and local rules

The Alabama Department of Public Health says state law requires dogs, cats and ferrets 12 weeks of age and older to be current with rabies vaccination (ADPH). Mobile County's animal shelter says owners are not required to register a pet with the county, but rabies tags must be current, obtained from a licensed veterinarian, and displayed on the pet at all times (Mobile County Animal Control FAQs). Inside the City of Mobile, ask City of Mobile Animal Services whether a city license applies at your address. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Hurricane season

Mobile County Animal Control says a family's disaster plan must include its pets: people shelters generally cannot accept pets, owners should not leave pets behind if they evacuate, and pets that normally wear collars should always keep a collar and tag on (Mobile County emergency preparedness). Keep your dog's records and a current tag together in one place, and book grooming well before a storm threatens, not after.

Summer heat and humidity

Mobile summers are hot and humid. 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.