Pet Grooming in Westerville

Westerville'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

Ohio has no state license for groomers, 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 Ohio, dogs need a license from the county auditor each year, usually renewed by January 31 (Spectrum News). Westerville lies partly in Franklin County and partly in Delaware County, so the auditor that applies depends on which side of the county line you live. The Franklin County Auditor issues licenses online and says Ohio law requires dogs to have a valid dog license; if your address is in Delaware County, ask the Delaware County Auditor's office how to license your dog. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Winter salt and summer heat

Road salt and ice can irritate paw pads, so in winter wipe your dog's paws with a damp cloth after walks and ask your groomer to trim the hair between the pads. In summer, book early-morning appointments and never leave your dog in a parked car; for double-coated breeds such as huskies and shepherds, ask for a de-shed rather than a shave, because 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.