Basic
Cat Grooming Package
Massage & bath, blow dry, nail trimming, ear cleaning and brush out
Complete
Cat Grooming Package
Basic groom plus haircut
Hate fighting your cat to give them the routine maintenance care they need? Our local cat groomers are specially trained to care for cats of different breeds, fur lengths and temperaments – with their health and comfort being our number one priority. Grooming is not just a way to pamper your cat. It is a way to make sure they are healthy, happy and free of painful matting. Cat grooming is recommended every 6-12 weeks and is currently offered in the following Smoochie Pooch locations:
Chesterton, IN – Fort Wayne, IN (North) – Fort Wayne, IN (Southwest) – Hobart, IN – Plymouth, IN – Portage, IN – Smoochie Pooch Mobile Pet Spa (Northwest IN)
Basic
Cat Grooming Package
Massage & bath, blow dry, nail trimming, ear cleaning and brush out
Complete
Cat Grooming Package
Basic groom plus haircut
All cats receiving a complete groom will be clipped prior to the bath. If your cat will not tolerate the bath, they will not receive one.
It really depends on what you believe your kitty needs, but here are some of the reasons we’ve encountered:
At Smoochie Pooch, a cat groomer comes out to personally meet with each pet and their owner. The groomer discusses the age and temperament of the feline to understand how to handle the cat in the best way. They next ask if the owner wants a shave, trim or just a bath and brush out. After getting the information they need, the cat groomer gives the pet owner a pick up time and brings the cat to their grooming station.
First, the cat’s nails are trimmed. Then, if requested by the pet owner, shaving is done. Typically, the sanitary area and paw pads are shaved out (by request). The cat then receives a relaxing bath and shampoo followed by a drying session.
When the hair is dry, the groomer trims the cat’s hair per the customer’s requests – either cutting length or trimming specific areas. The final step in the grooming process involves gently cleaning the cat’s ears with cotton and solution.
To put it simply, yes!
Our cat groomers are highly trained professionals that will pamper and care for your kitty once they step into our cat boutique or our Smoochie Pooch Mobile Pet Spa right at your door (mobile services available in Northwest, IN only). They know how to handle your pet to keep them calm even when wet. Our cat grooming process gives your cat a deeper clean than they can get on their own. It also helps your cat maintain a healthy, glossy coat to show off proudly while they strut around the house or neighborhood.
Certified Feline Master Groomer & Certified Canine Esthetician
Amanda has been grooming with Smoochie Pooch since 2018. She has always had pets in her life and currently has two Pitbulls (Drita & Kia), a Poodle (Bader) and a Siamese (Yon). When Amanda isn’t providing tail wags and smiles with her grooming skills and charm, you’ll find her hanging with friends, dancing, crafting and working in property management.
Pet Stylist
Ashley has been grooming since 2018. She joined our team in January 2022 because the management always looks out for their team and makes everyone feel like family. She has always had a passion for animals and loves that grooming helps her make all the fur babies feel good! Outside of work, Ashley likes to collect crystals, and spend quality time with her friends, family, and of course her Husky, Ace. She is currently CPR/ First Aid certified but hopes to accomplish more as she grows in her career!
Nationally Certified Master Groomer & Certified Canine Esthetician
Tasha has been grooming since about 2014. Tasha’s love for her clients and their pets is what has propelled her to where she is today! She has found a home in Smoochie Pooch, where she can continue to learn and grow while taking the most amazing care of her human and furry clients.
Tasha does not keep it a secret that she never really had an intention of becoming a groomer, but a seemingly natural aptitude for it and being able to combine her love of dogs and learning has kept her engaged and constantly thriving.
When not at work, Tasha can be found with her family. They always seemed to be working on a project, traveling to new places and, though they are always on the move and it can be exhausting, she loves it! She also loves her two dogs, Stella and Maggie!
Tasha completed her Sporting Breed Certification with NDGAA, is an award-winning groomer and is also a Certified Canine Esthetician. She loves teaching new groomers and is continuing to work toward her Master Groomer Certification.
Pet Stylist
Audri started out as a bather and completed groomer training in 2021, constantly excelling in her education and in industry trade shows. She joined Smoochie Pooch in April 2023 to grow her skills; she was drawn to the company because she loves how organized the operations are and feels the position will set her up for success. She proudly volunteers with Giant Paw Prints Rescue and Begin Again Rescue, organizations which originally sparked her interest in learning to groom. Working with dogs has given her a sense of purpose. Audri is certified in Pet First Aid and CPR, and has taken K-9 behavior courses and vaccination courses. She has two dogs: a Lab/Rottweiler mix named Pepper and a Beagle/Chihuahua mix named Grogu.
Pet Stylist
Pet Stylist
Sarah started grooming through Pet Smart in 2013. Her first day at Smoochie Pooch was November 6, 2023. She wanted to work at this grooming salon because she was new to the area and Smoochie Pooch has a great local reputation.
Outside of work Sarah enjoys cooking and kayaking with her husband. They have three dogs. Jeb is a Great Pyrenees mix, King is a pit and rottweiler mix and Dexter is a Coton de Tulear.
Sarah’s favorite part about grooming is the artistic expression of grooming cats and dogs along with helping owners maintain happy and healthy pets. She says that she really enjoys grooming Westies and has a big soft spot for dachshunds.
Pet Stylist
We are the largest family owned pet grooming business in Indiana and have extended our services to Florence, Kentucky. Our trained and skilled professionals provide the highest quality service and care in the pet industry.
