What affects the price of a groom

We don’t publish a price list on this site, because two dogs of the same breed can take very different amounts of time. The honest way to get a figure is to call us and describe your dog. This page explains the things we will usually ask about.

Size

A larger dog is not automatically a longer appointment, but it often is: more coat to wash, dry and finish, and more of the table to work around. A small dog with a dense, curly coat can still take as long as a short-coated bigger one.

Coat type

A short, simple coat is a different job from a fleece, a drop coat or a heavy double coat in full shed. If you are unsure how to describe it, our coat types note may help, and you can always tell us the breed and we will ask follow-up questions.

Condition and matting

A coat that has been kept combed is quicker and kinder to work through than one that has felted. Matting changes both the time involved and, sometimes, what can safely be done in one visit. We would rather talk about that on the phone than surprise you on the day. There is more on this in matted coats.

Temperament

A dog who is new to the salon, very young, older, or simply worried may need a slower pace. That is time, and it is also a reason not to rush. If your dog is anxious, mention it when you call — see also grooming anxious dogs.

Extras

Some visits are a straightforward tidy. Others need more work on nails, a heavier de-shed, or a coat that has been through a long wet spell. We don’t list add-on prices here because they depend on the dog in front of us. Ask when you ring and we will be plain about what we can and cannot include.

How to get a quote

Call 07354 545263, tell us the breed or coat, the size, when the dog was last groomed, and whether there is any matting or nervousness we should know about. All grooming is at our salon in Banbury; we don’t travel to you. If you need directions, ask when you call.