We have a full-time groomer at Westside Animal Hospital. Our groomer, Rosemarie, has over 25 years’ experience and is familiar with all pet grooming styles.  Be sure to call early for your grooming appointment, especially during the summer and near holidays.  We offer the following:

Trimming and shearing
Bathing
Nail trimming

Rosemarie will pluck hair from your pet’s ears if necessary, although ear cleaning/flushing is not included with grooming. Please also be aware that we no longer offer flea dipping due to OSHA regulations; we will be happy to discuss alternative (and actually more effective) flea control methods.

Pick-up and drop-off are during our normal business hours; Rosemarie grooms Monday - Friday.

  Important Grooming Information:

Dogs and cats are required to have had a Distemper vaccination within the last 12 months and must have a current Rabies vaccination.  If we are not your pet’s regular provider of medical care, please bring documentation of vaccination with you.

Grooming should be done on a regular basis — even during the winter. Most long-haired dogs should be groomed every 6-8 weeks; this will help prevent matting. Older pets often mat more easily since they tend not to groom themselves well. It is a good idea to comb or brush your pet regularly (at least several times per week) at home in between groomings.

Long-haired puppies can be groomed as soon as their puppy vaccination series is complete — even if their hair is not very long yet. Starting early helps promote acceptance of grooming procedures and aids with socialization.

Regular grooming helps prevent the development of skin and ear problems. Matted, overgrown hair may also conceal skin problems and tumors.