Pet Grooming in Utica

Utica is a small city, so many of the groomers listed here sit just outside it in Sterling Heights, Shelby Township and Clinton Township. Expect a mix of neighborhood salons, pet-store grooming counters and 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 and quick tidy-ups.

Experience matters more than paperwork

Ask how long the groomer has worked, where they trained and whether they groom your breed often. A groomer that also keeps dogs overnight is a boarding facility, so ask whether it holds the licenses it needs.

Your dog's license

Macomb County Animal Control's dog license page says dogs four months and older need a Macomb County license, and that it provides licenses for all Macomb County residents except those living in Eastpointe, Mount Clemens, Sterling Heights and Warren. Utica is in Macomb County and is not on that list. A rabies certificate is required to get one. Rules can differ in the surrounding townships, including Shelby Township, and in Sterling Heights, so check with the office that covers where you live.

Vaccines and winter care

Michigan's State Veterinarian reminded owners in an August 2025 bulletin that state law requires dogs to be vaccinated against rabies, and that 54 cases of leptospirosis were reported in Michigan dogs in 2024, only five of them in vaccinated animals. Ask your vet whether your dog's vaccines are current before a grooming or boarding visit, and tell the groomer about any cough or illness.

Michigan winters mean snow, ice and salted sidewalks. Wipe your dog's paws after walks, and ask your groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed so ice and salt do not build up. In a November 2023 release, Kent County officials reminded residents that state law requires dogs that spend time outside to have adequate shelter, fresh water and dry bedding. In summer, book early-morning appointments, 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.

Before the first appointment

• 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.

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.