Pet Grooming in Warwick

Warwick'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.

Choosing with care

Look for a groomer you can ask plain questions of. Ask whether the business holds the licenses and insurance that apply to it, how long the groomer has worked, where they trained and whether they groom your breed often.

Experience matters too

Training and experience matter as much as paperwork, 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 city license

Dog licenses in Warwick come from the City Clerk's Office. Licenses expire in April each year, and new licenses and renewals are done by mail. Your application must include a rabies certificate: the city says the license cannot be issued without one. Groomers will ask for proof of rabies vaccination too.

Coastal days and winter salt

After a day at the shore, rinse sand and salt water from your dog's coat and ask your groomer to check between the paw pads. In winter, road salt irritates paw pads, so wipe your dog's paws with a damp cloth after walks.

Summer heat

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.