Pet Grooming in Northport

Northport'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 vaccination and the shelter

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). Strays picked up in Northport go to the Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter, which describes itself as the only stray receiving facility for Tuscaloosa County, the City of Tuscaloosa and the City of Northport (Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter). Ask the City of Northport whether a license or tag requirement applies at your address, and keep your dog's tags current. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Summer heat

Northport 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.