Pet Grooming in Naples

Naples's groomers range from neighborhood salons and pet spas 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.

Heat, humidity and salt water

Southwest Florida's heat and humidity keep thick coats damp, which can lead to hot spots and skin infections, and sand and salt water add to it after a day at the beach. A good groomer will dry the coat fully and point out irritated skin. Book summer appointments early in the day, never leave your dog in the car, and for double-coated breeds such as huskies, shepherds and golden retrievers, ask for a de-shed rather than a shave: the undercoat protects them from heat and sunburn.

Permits and questions to ask

Collier County's Code Enforcement page for animal-related businesses posts an application for those businesses. It is fair to ask a groomer whether it holds the county permit that applies to it. Training and experience vary, so 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 license and rabies

Collier County requires the owner of any dog over four months old to get a Collier County license and a current rabies vaccination. Florida law requires rabies vaccination from four months old, and groomers will ask for proof.

Storm season

Collier County's pet-friendly shelters take licensed pets that are pre-registered when you buy the county tag, and the county asks owners to bring proof of a current county rabies license. Plan where your dog will go before a storm, and book a groomer visit well ahead of any forecast, because salons close and fill up fast.

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