I’m glad you asked! All prices are based on THAT BREED, OF AVERAGE SIZE, IN GOOD CONDITION. If your pet arrives with matted hair that will take more than a few minutes to safely brush out – you will be charged a minimum of $5 per 15 minutes of brush out time. IF I HAVE ALREADY AGREED TO BRUSH IT OUT.

Please view our pricing list to see an approximate charge for your pet. Special needs can be discussed over the phone or in person. Price List

If you would like to learn how to properly brush out your pet, we would be happy to show you what tools and how to use them safely. Remember, we want this to be an easy process for you at home and for us, here.

Make sure that you read thru our Services page to see what is included in your pets grooming. Know that most groomers may quote a price to you – but more than likely it does not include ½ the services that we DO include.

Pet grooming is definitely an art. We do not get the same luxuries of your hairdresser for absolute stillness and pointing our heads in one direction. We are basically working with sharp equipment on a moving target. All we can say is to please read “Hairdresser vs Dog Groomer” on our Humor page. This should give you a smile and explain what we can have happen on any given day.

We ask that you be on time to your scheduled appointment. If you are going to be late or cannot make your scheduled time, please call us at 303-730-3200 and we can change the schedule accordingly.

There is a $25 charge for missed appointments. I understand that things happen and I know more than anything a busy schedule can lead to forgetting appointments. So, I have implemented a 3 strikes policy. The 3rd time an appointment is missed, the charges will be added to the next groom.

Dogs are booked based on what breed and how long it will take. If you are late or do not show up, the whole day can be effected.

Occasionally there is time to have a last minute walk in grooming. Please call to find out more if you are in a bind or need a specific service.

We always accept walk in nail trims. Sometimes we are in a time crunch and there could be a few minutes to wait. But our huge assortment of magazines can entertain you.

If it is going to be painful for the pet, we do not do it. De-matting certain coats is just cruel. Occasionally we can set aside time to work on certain hair types but for the most part, prevention is key. You are always welcome to come in between full groomings for a bath & brush out. Everything is still included, for a lesser amount except for the actual body hair cut/style.

We have quite the assortment of ages in pets. When your pet reaches a certain age, it is better to provide what we like to call a “retirement clip”. They have done their time with those fancy foo foo clips. Now it is time to just be comfortable and easy. Needs of your special friend can be discussed when you set your appointment.

Most pets get brush burn if they are severely matted or have an overwhelming amount of undercoat that is to be removed. We often times use our force dryer to safely remove the dead/unwanted undercoat. Occasionally this will also blow out matting if the coat texture is right for the process. This process can be time consuming when done correctly. But the results are very much worth the wait.

Most groomers do not fully understand ‘blowing out’ a coat. They have never been properly trained to execute that task. The average drying time for a small to medium dog is 30 minutes. If you have a standard poodle, there can be a minimum of 1 hour for drying alone. Most dogs are not comfortable with the dryer blowing air around their heads and ears. We will then allow them to finish drying in our cage dryer which is a low air flow circulating cage dryer.

On average, a pet may take 3-4 hours for a complete groom. If you have more than one pet, you can expect to double that time. However, we do try to accommodate our clients by grooming both pets and close intervals so that we are allowing you to take them both in that 4 hour time frame. Anything larger than 40 lbs will take more time. We try our best to get your pet out in a timely fashion, but with phone calls and people coming into the shop through out the day, we can get behind. If you would like your pet finished in a shorter amount of time – we can set aside a time and day that won’t be so hectic. Please see “Dick & Jane Take Spot To The Groomers” under our humor section to fully appreciate our day.

Although your pet may act like a trip to the spa is complete torture, once you have left their sight, they willingly cooperate with the process. Most pets sleep and or hang out and watch what goes on. They are not stressed or upset. Sometimes, depending on the temperament, we allow pets to play with each other before we bathe them.

YOUR ANXIETY when you drop off your pet is why they act the way they do. If you walk in, hand over your pet and walk out with total confidence – your pet will feel 100% better about his/her upcoming groom. It would be like going to the dentist for a small child. It has to be done and you never regret it! We will talk to them, sing and even dance. Sometimes if they are super nervous, it may take longer to groom. In the end, you take home a happier pet.

Some pets have had very bad experiences with other groomers or have possibly had a traumatizing experience at home with children or other pets. All of this affects the way a pet will act while being groomed. We will be sure to let you know how your pet does for us.

Somehow we have earned the reputation of grooming difficult pets. Probably from generations of clients who have been ever so thankful that we were able to groom their pet and they did not have to go to their vet to have them sedated. Think of us as a Plan B. We are always happy to try grooming a difficult pet and then offering solutions for future appointments. A difficult pet will be charged a handling fee starting at $5. If the pet is biting and takes more than his/her groomer to complete, there could be a possible charge of $15 added to the base rate explained above.

This is a common misconception with all pet owners. Your pets body temperature and living conditions affect its comfort level. If you have an outdoor pet, yes, they can get cold or sunburned without their coat to protect them. If you have an indoor pet, any type of coat length is suitable year round. We can always discuss this at the time of your pets grooming appointment.

Okay – first things first, DO NOT APPLY ANYTHING TO COAT. By that I mean, do not bathe him/her yourself or apply tomato juice or what ever concoction you can think of. Call a.s.a.p. and we’ll get them odor free! This only works to take away any lingering smell if nothing has been done yet. If so, the odor is set and you’re going to smell skunk for the next year.

We use the Oxyfresh De-Skunking Method. It costs more money but is well worth the clean smelling pet. Ask Nick Romano of Romano’s on Windemere & Littleton Blvd. That was the freshest cleanest smelling dog I had ever seen after a skunking. Prices range from $20-100 depending on size and coat and amount of re-applications.

Unfortunately, we often find the oogy boogy creepy crawlies on your pet. You don’t want to hear it, but you have to realize the dangers presented to our other clients currently at the shop. We will do what is necessary to kill the parasite and recommend a plan of action to stop future infestations.

Most fleas and lice are killed easily with a flea shampoo. It is then recommended that you apply a spot on treatment such as Frontline to prevent re-infestation when you get home. You can purchase Frontline from your veterinarian. There are 3 doses per box.

I would HIGHLY recommend a flea & lice preventative from March thru September. Due to the critters we see in this area (fox, rabbits, birds ect…) your pet may be more susceptible to what they carry. There are also more incidences of lice being picked up on dog trails and parks. Be careful – you don’t want to worry about an infestation in your house!