Pet Grooming in Wilmington

Wilmington'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

Dog licenses in Delaware are issued by the state, not by the city. State law requires all dogs six months of age or older to be licensed, and a valid rabies vaccination certificate or a state exemption certificate is needed to get a license. The state's Office of Animal Welfare, which now runs licensing through an online system, offers one-year and two-year licenses. Groomers will also ask for proof of rabies vaccination.

Cold snaps and road salt

Delaware's Office of Animal Welfare advises that dogs and cats be brought indoors when the temperature falls below freezing, regardless of breed. It also advises that when your pet comes in from salt or antifreeze, you should wipe off its feet, legs and stomach so chemicals do not irritate the skin or get swallowed while it grooms itself. Ask your groomer to keep the fur between the pads trimmed, and for double-coated breeds, ask for a de-shed rather than a shave. In summer, book early-morning appointments and never leave your dog in a parked car.

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