Pet Grooming in Rapid City

Rapid 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

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

The Humane Society of the Black Hills says residents of Pennington County are required by ordinance to license all cats and dogs, within 30 days of acquiring the pet or within 30 days of its becoming 6 months old, and that it is the source for Rapid City and Pennington County licensing. You need a copy of your pet's current rabies vaccination certificate to get a license, and licenses can be bought by mail, at the shelter or at participating veterinarians (Humane Society of the Black Hills licensing). The same organization runs Animal Control Services, whose officers are sworn in to uphold local animal-related ordinances (Animal Control Services). Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Winter ice and summer heat

Rapid City winters bring snow, ice and treated sidewalks. Wipe your dog's paws after walks on salted or icy sidewalks, and ask your groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed so ice and salt do not build up. 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.

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.