Pet Grooming in Austin, TX

Groomers in Austin

We list 8 dog groomers in Austin, from small appointment-only salons to shops with self-serve wash stations. They include force-free and Fear Free certified grooming in East Austin, a family-owned dog and cat salon off North Lamar, a salon near the UT campus on Guadalupe, a downtown groomer with daycare, and several salons in South and Southwest Austin, including a breed-trim specialist and walk-in nail trims.

Austin dogs spend a lot of time outdoors, swimming at Lady Bird Lake, Barton Creek and the lakes, and running on the greenbelt trails. That means more baths, more burrs and grass seeds in the coat, and ears that stay damp after a swim. A good groomer will dry the coat fully, check and clean ears, and look between toes and pads.

For summer, many groomers advise against shaving double-coated breeds to the skin, because the coat also protects them from sun and heat. A shorter trim on a single-coated breed, or a thorough de-shed on a double-coated one, is often the better choice.

Most dogs with long, curly or double coats need a visit every four to eight weeks, and short-coated breeds less often. Matting makes a groom slower and more expensive, so brushing at home helps. Before booking, ask how long your pet will be there, how they handle anxious or senior dogs, and what is included in the price.

See our best dog groomers in Austin guide, professional vs DIY grooming, or hand stripping vs clipping if you have a wire-coated breed.