Pet Grooming in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City'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

Oklahoma's Commercial Pet Breeders and Animal Shelter Licensing Act covers commercial breeders and animal shelters, not groomers, 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.

Rabies vaccination

Oklahoma City requires dogs to carry a current rabies vaccination and tag, according to OKC Animal Welfare. Groomers will ask for proof of rabies vaccination, and many also ask for DHPP and Bordetella (kennel cough).

Cold snaps, summer heat and respiratory illness

Oklahoma City Animal Welfare reminds owners to protect their dogs from the elements when the temperature dips below 32 degrees (Oklahoma City Free Press). Wipe your dog's paws after winter walks. In summer, 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.

In March 2023 the Oklahoma City Animal Shelter closed to contain a respiratory outbreak that tested positive for canine flu and strep zoo and sickened 298 dogs, according to a city bulletin. Ask any groomer how tables and cages are cleaned between dogs, and keep a coughing dog home.

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