We’re dedicated to making your dog look and feel their very best with our comprehensive grooming services. From essential treatments like bathing, nail trimming and ear cleaning to breed-specific haircuts and teeth brushing, our skilled team is here to meet all your pet’s needs. Trust Smoochie Pooch Gainesville to treat your dog like family, providing a caring and affordable dog grooming experience that supports their health and happiness.
1035 NW 76th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 32606
Scheduling’s easy. Just select the services you’d like and tell us a little about your pet.
Give us a call to ask us questions, request a quote, or schedule an appointment.
Every dog grooming package includes:
Pets needing a full haircut will receive a Complete Grooming Package.
Dogs needing less than a full haircut will receive our Basic Grooming Package. If needed, we’ll trim their face, feet and sanitary area. Let us know if you need a little extra scissoring, and we’ll work our magic!
The following services may be added to a dog grooming package.
If your dog needs a nail trim but not a grooming appointment, bring them in any day we’re open for a walk-in appointment. We take special care with each trim, buffing to smooth rough edges and help prevent splitting. All other grooming services are by appointment only.
Stop by on Mondays for our “Manicure Monday” special—nail trims are just $13 (normally $20)!
At Smoochie Pooch, we take pride in our high standards of customer service. We’re always here to answer your questions, address concerns, and offer tips and suggestions to support your pet’s care both during their stay and once they’re back home.
We know that grooming can be stressful for both pets and their owners, and we’re committed to making the experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible for you and your dog. Our focus is on quality over quantity. And while we love making dogs look fabulous, we always prioritize your pet’s safety and well-being over their appearance.
Each grooming appointment is customized to fit your pet’s unique needs, so the cost of a groom can vary based on several factors. To get an estimate, give us a call at (352) 333-3100 and tell us a bit about your pet, such as their breed, size, age and the grooming services you’d like. We’ll provide an initial quote, but please note that the final price may be adjusted after we see your pet in person at the appointment.
Before every appointment, we take the time to learn about your preferences and your pet’s individual needs to provide a grooming experience you’ll both enjoy. Plan for each session to last about 2-3 hours, giving us the time needed to care for your pet with the attention and gentle skill they deserve.
While we strive to complete each grooming within three hours, sessions for larger dogs or those with matted coats may take a bit longer to ensure their safety and comfort.
Each pet is given individualized care and attention. To ensure your pet’s safety while with us, all dogs are kept separate unless they come from the same family and are brought in together.
Pet Stylist
Ashlyn started her grooming career in January 2016, inspired by her lifelong love for animals and a family legacy in pet grooming. Growing up, she often accompanied her mom, a former vet tech and groomer’s assistant, sparking her passion for animal care. After initially pursuing veterinary medicine, Ashlyn found her true calling as a bather nine years ago.
Known for her love of doodles, Ashlyn tailors her grooming to each pet’s needs, always aiming to keep them comfortable and happy. She plans to expand her expertise with pet CPR certification and a canine esthetician course and hopes to enter the grooming show ring in 2025. She believes regular grooming is key to pet health.
Pet Stylist
Tierria began her pet grooming career in 2024, starting as a dog bather with the goal of becoming a full groomer. Her lifelong love for animals and passion for their care led her to pursue this profession. Tierria has a special fondness for pitbulls and commonly misunderstood breeds but enjoys working with all types of dogs.
Outside of work, Tierria enjoys gardening, scuba diving, and reading.Tierria is dedicated to ensuring a calm, safe grooming experience for every dog, prioritizing their comfort. She emphasizes the importance of regular grooming for health and well-being.
Pet Stylist & Certified Canine Esthetician
Laura has been grooming professionally since 2017, graduating from the Merryfield School of Pet Grooming. She’s also a Certified Canine Esthetician and strives to tailor her services to each pet’s unique needs. Laura values continuing education to stay current with trends and techniques, ensuring top-quality care. Her journey began with a love for animals, volunteering at shelters and working as a Kennel Technician, which led her to complete an apprenticeship and pursue grooming.
She treasures the trust of her clients and is committed to building strong relationships with pets and their owners. Laura hopes pet owners understand the importance of regular grooming for their pets’ comfort and confidence.
Pet Stylist
Jill began her grooming career in 2002 at PetSmart, starting as a bather before completing formal training at the academy. With years of experience, she has developed a passion for grooming poodles and doodles.
She is committed to providing top-quality care for every pet she works with. Outside of grooming, Jill enjoys spending time with her family and pets, embracing the joy and companionship they bring.
At Smoochie Pooch, you can choose from two grooming options. Our Complete Groom includes a bath, nail trim, ear cleaning, brush out, and a full-body haircut. If you’re looking for something simpler, our Basic Groom includes bath, nail trim, ear clean, brush out, and trimming only of the face, feet, and potty areas. You also have the option of adding on additional services.
The answer to this question really depends on the breed of your dog, their lifestyle, and sometimes their age. Ideally, all dogs should be groomed every six to eight weeks to support their overall health and avoid matting. Regular grooming is a proactive step towards ensuring healthy skin, nails, ears, and coat.
Your dog should be booked in for a haircut if you notice their coat is looking dull and feeling overly oily or dry. Additionally, should you notice any tangles, mats, or hot spots or can smell an undesirable odor coming from their coat or fur, it’s time to make an appointment.
A double-coated dog has an outer layer of thicker hair and a different undercoat of thin, lighter hair. While this is often breed-specific, our highly trained breeders can recognize coats of all types and then groom accordingly. Double coated dogs can require extra time and attention so that their undercoat is fully brushed and doesn’t develop mats.
Prices are based on various factors such as breed, size, behavior, and condition of the coat. Clients also have the option of adding on additional services such as anal gland expression, shed relief, or deep conditioning. We can provide a quote over the phone and then provide a more accurate price at the time of your appointment.
Dog grooming refers to the hygienic care and cleaning of a dog. While some dog grooming can be completed at home, professional dog grooming is done by trained professionals that know how to properly care for a dog’s coat, nails, ears, and skin. Dogs of all breeds benefit from regular professional grooming.
Groomers have many tools that help keep dogs still during their appointment. As trained professionals, they know how to keep pets calm and comfortable, which helps dogs relax and move around less. In addition, our grooming tables have a non-slip surface, and a loop restraint (similar to a leash) may be used around a dog’s neck, if necessary.
What happens during a dog grooming appointment will largely depend on the service you have booked. A basic groom will include a bath, nail trim, ear cleaning, brush out, and a hair trim around the face, feet, and potty areas. You can book a more complete groom as well as additional services such as toothbrushing or skin therapy.
It’s important to keep your pet groomed for their own sanitation and hygiene. Not only will their physical appearance be improved, but they’ll avoid painful matting, overgrown nails, and other health complications. In addition, there are several studies that show that regular grooming can improve your dog’s mood and health.
The average cost for a standard groom is approximately $65, but please note that there are so many variables that affect the price of grooming your dog. A dog’s size, its coat type, how long it’s been since its last groom, and many other factors go into the final price you may expect to pay for dog grooming.
