In our compilation below, we’ve featured 11 of the best dog groomers in Calgary and have summarised their services.
1. Mucky Pups
Mucky Pups is a premier pet salon in Calgary operated by award-winning groomers. Mucky Pups is owned and operated by professional groomers who have participated in various events in the grooming industry including the Mastergroom 2018 in Okotoks.
The pets spa is owned by Jackie and Deb Boulton who opened the doors to their furry little friends in 1996. Jackie has won multiple awards including multiple Best In Show titles and Best All-Around Groomer awards. Her sister, Deb, has a reputation as a compassionate groomer and is often the go-to stylist for older dogs and those with disabilities.
Mucky Pups offers a variety of grooming treatments including relaxing hydro surge baths, hand blow drying, ear and eye cleaning, de-matting, ear cleaning and plucking, sanitary trimming, nail trimming, and cologne or a bandanna upon request.
Jackie, Deb, and their team of groomers also offer extras such as mohawks starting at $10, sparkles at $5, ear, tail, and hair colouring at $5, personalised designs, and hair tattoos among others.
All pets must have proof of current vaccinations, Get in touch with the professional team of stylists at Mucky Pups to make an appointment.
2. The Wag Dog Grooming
The Wag offers pets of all breeds and sizes a holistic, stress-free environment where they can relax and enjoy their grooming appointment. This pet grooming salon offers exclusive services with each pet getting a one-on-one appointment with a groomer.
At this pet grooming salon, grooming appointments are short depending on your pet’s grooming needs to reduce anxiety and stress. The groomers at this salon are highly experienced and committed to providing the best grooming services in Calgary.
Some of their grooming services include hand stripping, massage baths, nail trimming, nail dremel, nail clipping, hair clipping, customised haircuts, breed-specific cuts, ear and eye cleaning, sanitary trimming, ear plucking, hand drying, and de-matting among others.
The Wag also offers a puppy grooming program which gives your pooch confidence and makes them comfortable with the stylists. The puppy grooming program starts at $15 – $55. Grooming for older dogs starts at $45 – $100.
You will be required to provide proof of vaccinations. Get in touch with the friendly team of professionals to make an appointment.
3. Shampooch
Shampooch is a favourite for many pets and their parents in Calgary. The small salon takes a limited number of clients to ensure each pooch gets personalised attention. Shampooch pet spa also offers excellent customer services to pet parents.
The professionals at Shampooch have exceptional grooming skills. These highly-trained stylists offer high-quality grooming services and take excellent care of seniors, puppies, and pets with special needs.
Some of the grooming options at this pet spa include baths, gentle brush-outs, blueberry facials, de-shedding, ear and eye cleaning, ear plucking, nail clipping, face, feet, and sanitary trimming, anal gland expression, full-body trimming, de-skunking, deep coat conditioning, teeth brushing, and customised cuts among others.
The salon also offers specialty Nagayu baths, a carbon dioxide-based skin therapy treatment. The Nagayu bath increases oxygen absorption and blood circulation in addition to deep cleaning, improving skin and coat condition, and removing odour.
Grooming prices start at $5 and go up to $100 depending on the grooming treatment required and your pup’s coat condition. All pets must have current vaccination records. Get in touch with the groomers at Shampooch to make an appointment.
4. Pawsitively Purrfect Pet Spa
This pet salon located on Lake Bonavista Drive was founded by Dana Gregory. Dana started working as a professional groomer in 1995. She started her journey to grooming in 1992 working with all types of furry friends. Dana works alongside a professional team of stylists who take great pride in providing quality grooming services.
Pawsitively Purrfect Pet Spa offers a variety of grooming treatments including baths and gentle comb-outs, ear and eye cleaning, ear plucking, nail caps, sanitary trimming, hand scissoring, de-skunking, de-matting, fluffy clipping, puppies first bath, dremel, teeth brushing, and scented spray.
Grooming rates start at $15 for nails and go up to $150 for a full groom. All pets must have proof of current vaccinations. Get in touch with Dana and her team at Pawsitively Purrfect Pet Spa to make an appointment.
5. Hair Of The Dog Grooming Salon
This pet grooming salon provides luxurious grooming services to pets of all breeds and sizes. The salon in Ranchland Boulevard has professional groomers who take the time to assess your pooch and give them the best services. The groomers are also committed to your pet’s health and wellbeing.
Michelle Skinner, the owner and operator, has over 12 years of grooming experience. She is a certified Canadian Professional Pet Stylist and a Canadian Canine Master Stylist. She is also a member of the Groom Team Canada. Michelle enjoys competitive grooming and educating pet parents about coat care. She is also committed to improving her skills by learning from fellow groomers from around the world who share the same passion.
Some of the grooming services available at Hair Of The Dog include double baths with high-quality shampoo, anal gland expression, paw pad shaving, ear and eye cleaning, ear plucking, sanitary areas trimming, full-body haircuts, nail trimming, and nail dremel.
Michelle also offers additional extras such as breath freshener, teeth brushing, charcoal scrub, medi-boost additive, and the Nagayu CO2 treatment. Grooming rates start at $12 and up depending on the grooming services required. All pets must have proof of current vaccinations. Get in touch with Michelle at Hair Of The Dog Grooming Salon to make an appointment.
6. Brilliant Best Friends
This pet facility offers a variety of services including quality dog grooming. The pet grooming salon is operated by professional groomers who take great pride in providing the best services in the industry. The groomers work with pets of all breeds and sizes.
The team at Brilliant Best Friends offers its canine clients treats to boost positive interactions. The groomers are invested in your pup’s wellness and provide a comfortable environment. In the salon, pets also enjoy an essential oil diffuser.
Grooming treatments include baths with all-natural shampoos, deep conditioning, nail trimming, ear and eye cleaning, ear plucking, hair cuts, de-matting, and de-shedding treatments among others.
Brilliant Best Friends also offers ‘train to groom’ services for pets under five months, those who get overwhelmed by the grooming treatment, and pets who have never enjoyed a positive grooming appointment. The train to groom package is performed by a certified trainer who will introduce your pooch to grooming tools.
All pets must have proof of current vaccinations. Get in touch with the friendly grooming professionals at Brilliant Best Friends to inquire about their rates as you make an appointment.
7. Clippers n’ Suds
This salon in Calgary offers full-service grooming by highly-trained professionals. The groomers offer an initial consultation to assess your pet’s needs and design a grooming program that is ideal for them.
Clippers N’ Suds has served the pets and parents of Calgary since 2007. The groomers provide exceptional care and lots of pampering for your pooch. The professionals at this salon also offer self-service dog wash services for fussy pups.
This pet spa offers a variety of grooming services including pre-bath trimming, baths, hand blow-drying, light trimming, ear and eye cleaning, face trimming, nails, kennel cuts, teddy bear cuts, de-matting, and land cuts among others.
The self-service dog wash contains a professional, waist-high fibreglass bathtub, dog-friendly restraints, dryers, shampoos, conditioners, brushes, towels, and rakes. Self-grooming rates start from $10 – $35.
Salon service grooming rates start at $45 – $70. All pets must have proof of current vaccinations. Get in touch with the friendly professionals at Clippers N’ Suds to make an appointment.
8. Mystic Pawz
Mystic Pawz is a home-based salon in Midnapore. The salon offers high-quality styling for pets of all breeds and sizes. The team of highly-trained professionals understand your pooch is important and treat them as a member of their family.
Mystic Pawz is owned and operated by Priscilla, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Priscilla has over 13 years of experience and is trained to groom all breeds. She is also equipped to keep pets comfortable throughout their spa appointment.
Some of the grooming services available at Mystic Pawz include nail clipping, ear and eye cleaning, ear plucking, thorough baths with high-quality shampoos, blow-drying, gentle brush-outs, breed-specific styling, and customised styling.
Priscilla also offers nail grinding, de-shedding treatments, teddy bear cuts, kennel clips, and a la carte nail services. Mystic Pawz is equipped with high-quality grooming equipment to ensure your pooch enjoys modern, industry-standard services.
All pets must have proof of current vaccinations. Get in touch with Priscilla to make inquiries about her rates as you make an appointment.
9. Dogs Rule Pet Grooming
This successful pet grooming salon has served the residents of Southwest Calgary for over 10 years. Dogs Rule is a caring environment with knowledgeable professionals who take great pride in providing quality grooming services.
The salon is owned and operated by Laura who has groomed pets since 2013. Laura took over at Dogs Rule in July 2016. She has upheld the salon’s tradition of using holistic and natural grooming techniques. Laura believes in minimal kennelling and transparency. The salon also has essential oils diffused to further enhance the relaxing experience.
Dogs Rule offers a variety of grooming services including nail dremeling, Nagayu skin treatment, deep cleansing, odour removal, nail clipping, soothing hydro surge baths, towel drying, deep conditioning, and haircuts. The salon also offers specialty haircuts such as kennel cuts, breed cuts, and teddy bear cuts.
Grooming rates vary depending on your pet’s size and coat condition. Get in touch with Laura and the friendly team of professionals at Dogs Rule Grooming to make an appointment.
10. Posh Pups
The friendly team at Posh Pups treat your pooch as an equal providing loving care and gentle grooming services. Parents in Calgary and neighbouring areas trust the dedicated caregivers at this grooming salon with their pups and highly recommend their services.
Posh Pups is set on two acres in Artist View Pointe and serves Calgary, Cochrane, and Springbank. Gloria Matthews started her career in her home outside of Sherwood Park before moving to the current location.
Gloria offers a variety of grooming services including brushing, full-body scissoring, nail and paw pad trimming, anal gland expression, ear and eye cleaning, and Furminator treatment among others. Pets visiting Posh Pups enjoy natural, luxurious products and state-of-the-art grooming equipment.
Grooming prices start from $50 – $110. All pets must have proof of current vaccinations. Get in touch with Gloria and her team at Posh Pups to book your pooch a slot.
11. Shaggy to Chic Wellness Spaw
Shaggy to Chic Wellness Spaw is a unique grooming salon where your pooch can enjoy a holistic approach to wellness. The professionals at this salon fuse traditional grooming services with proper diet and fitness techniques to ensure your pooch is healthy all-round.
The professional team of stylists at Shaggy to Chic is highly trained in multiple aspects of canine health including diet and physical wellness. The groomers are committed to giving your pooch the best care and teaching you how to maintain their health at home.
Some of the grooming services available at the salon include bathing treatments, pawdicures, face trimming, sanitary trimming, paw pad trimming, ear and eye cleaning, ear treatment, ear plucking, dental treatment, organic paw butter treatment, and deodorizing coat spray.
The groomers at Shaggy to Chic also offer invigorating hydro-massage baths, organic shampoos, organic nose butter treatment, organic ear cleansing, hand brushing, and de-shedding among others.
All pets must have proof of current vaccinations. Get in touch with the friendly professionals at Shaggy to Chic to inquire about their rates as you book your pooch a relaxing day at the spa.
