Pet Grooming in Pocatello

Pocatello'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

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

Pocatello says all dogs over three months old that reside within the city must be licensed and wear the license tag on the collar at all times. Dog licenses run from June 1 through May 31, and licenses must be bought at Pocatello Animal Services. Ask your groomer to check that the tag is on the collar before the appointment.

Rabies and your dog

Idaho health officials say no area of the state is considered rabies-free and advise owners to keep dogs, cats, ferrets and horses vaccinated (state release, June 2021). Even an indoor dog can be exposed if a bat gets into the house, so keep your dog's rabies certificate handy for the groomer and the license office.

Summer heat and winter cold

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. Book early-morning appointments in summer, walk on grass rather than hot pavement, and never leave your dog in a parked car. In winter, wipe your dog's paws after walks on treated sidewalks and ask your groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed.

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.