Smoochie Pooch in Crown Point, Indiana

Different breeds do have different grooming needs, but in general, your dog should be booked in for a haircut if you notice that their coat looks dull. In addition, should you notice any matted fur, hair restricting their ears, eyes, or paw pads, or that their fur feels sticky or slick, it’s best to book them in for a grooming appointment as soon as you can. Not only will regular grooming help them look their best, but it will help them feel their best too.

Every dog is unique, which means their grooming needs are too. Depending on their fur or hair type, as well as their age and lifestyle, you may need to groom your dog as often as every six weeks. It’s best to speak to your local groomer to discuss your dog’s particular needs. Although short-haired dogs may not need a full haircut as frequently as other types of dogs, regular grooming such as a bath, nail trim, ear cleaning, and trimming of potty areas would still be required regularly.

At Smoochie Pooch, we offer several dog grooming options at varying price points. A typical full groom includes a bath, nails trimmed, ear cleaning, and a cut that can either be breed-specific or styled to your preference. In addition to these standard options, we also offer skin therapy treatments, shed relief, teeth brushing, and mineral hydration. We’d be happy to chat with you about your dog’s needs and tell you more about our grooming options and how they can benefit your pet.

Our dog groomers are all highly trained and specifically learn how to properly complete breed-specific grooming. As such, their knowledge and expertise allow them to determine whether a dog has a single or double coat and then groom them accordingly. While certain breeds are known for their double coats, our team will assess each pet to determine if there is an undercoat as well as what type of fur or hair is present. Being knowledgeable about a dog’s coat will help ensure they get the proper grooming treatment that best suits their needs.

There are many factors that determine the cost of dog grooming. From the size of the dog, the condition of their hair or fur, how long it’s been since their last groom, and their behavior, it’s not possible to provide a one size fits all cost for dog grooming. Once you provide the details of your grooming needs and we’ve been able to assess your pet, we can provide an estimate for the cost. We can provide details on additional services that may benefit your pet, and these can be completed at your discretion.