Pet Grooming in Omaha

Omaha'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

Nebraska does not require groomers to be licensed, but a grooming facility that also boards dogs or cats overnight does need a boarding kennel license from the state (Nebraska Department of Agriculture). 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

In the City of Omaha, dogs and cats must be licensed at 4 months of age, with proof of current rabies vaccination, through the Nebraska Humane Society. Licenses are due January 1 and are delinquent after March 15 each year, and new residents must license their pets within 30 days of moving to the city. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Distemper, winter salt and summer heat

In August 2024 a dog at the Nebraska Humane Society tested positive for canine distemper, a highly contagious and potentially lethal infection, and the shelter limited itself to emergency intakes while it sanitized and tested (WOWT). Keep your dog's vaccinations current and ask a groomer how tables and cages are cleaned between dogs. Omaha winters bring snow, ice and salted sidewalks, so wipe your dog's paws after walks and ask the groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed. 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.

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