We pride ourselves on exceeding expectations with thorough grooming for both cats and dogs. We make your pet feel at ease, and their health and comfort is our number one priority. We ensure your pet looks and feels extraordinary after their spa day, and we take extra care for our pets with anxiety or special needs. Schedule routine maintenance care for your furry friends and enjoy punctual, reliable service from our friendly staff and peace of mind.
3311 Willowcreek Rd
Portage, IN 46368
Our goal is simple. We strive to make sure that each customer, and their cat or dog, has a positive experience. Every member of the Smoochie Pooch of Portage team is highly trained and understands that the safety and comfort of your pet is a top priority. We believe in choosing specific grooming products for each of our furry customers, which helps support any skin or health issues and complements breed-specific grooming strategies. If you are unsure what may work best for your pet in Portage, we welcome you to book a free new client consultation.
If time is an issue or if you know that your dog or cat would benefit from one-on-one time with their groomer, we also offer mobile grooming. Our modern mobile grooming vans are fully equipped with everything a professional groomer needs to deliver five-star results. This option gives your pet special attention and is perfect if they are not comfortable travelling by car.
Local dog grooming services in Portage should be tailored to you and your dog’s needs. The right products should be used for each dog to meet their unique requirements.
Specific treatments and products can be used to treat:
Our expert dog groomers work with a range of Iv San Bernard products created to prioritize the health and comfort of every pet. Their shampoos and conditioners use only natural products and are designed to cater to specific breeds and coat types. Details matter. You can count on Smoochie Pooch of Portage to determine exactly what works best to support the health and happiness of your pet.
Each of our salons is equipped with an ozone bathing machine that aids in the healing process, assists arthritic pets, and also can provide a relaxing spa treatment using a warm bath environment with oxygen enriched water.
Our Portage salon location offers superior grooming services in an environment that supports your pet’s contentment, comfort, and safety. When you choose Smoochie Pooch for your pet’s grooming needs, you can feel confident knowing you are getting an expert team that will deliver an experience specifically for your dog or cat. Smoochie Pooch also offers healthy and raw foods, treats, and other needs in our pet store at Portage.
Megan has been grooming at Smoochie Pooch since 2017, inspired by a memorable moment when she saw groomers coloring a dog and was invited to join in. From that day on, she was hooked! She loves transforming dogs through grooming and takes pride in achieving a beautiful finish.
She enjoys going to the gym and spending quality time with friends and family. Her best friend is Ricochet, her beloved black Lab.
One of Megan’s favorite parts of her job is mentoring newcomers in the art of grooming. She deeply values the relationships she builds with her clients and is grateful for the wonderful people she has worked with over the years. To Megan, Smoochie Pooch isn’t just a workplace—it’s home.
Morgan is a graduate of our groomer training program and has been grooming since 2020. Her desire to always be around animals led her to her career as a dog groomer. When she’s not at work, she can be found spending time outside fishing, and kayaking. Morgan has a Standard Poodle named Grim. Her favorite part of working at Smoochie Pooch is getting to meet all of the dogs and getting to know their personalities.
Certified Feline Master Groomer & Certified Canine Esthetician
Amanda Henry is a highly skilled cat grooming professional with a career spanning over a decade. Since starting in 2012, she has specialized in feline care, creative grooming, and education. Seeking greater freedom, she transitioned from corporate grooming to focus on her passion. In 2021, she earned the prestigious Certified Feline Master Groomer (CFMG) designation, highlighting her advanced expertise.
With experience in both salon and mobile grooming, Amanda tailors her services to meet diverse client needs. She is dedicated to bridging the gap in feline grooming in her community and shares her knowledge through a popular cat blog. At home, she cares for six pets, giving her firsthand insight into animal care. While she cannot perform heavy lifting, she remains committed to providing expert grooming with precision and care.
Pet Stylist
Amanda started Smoochie Pooch’s grooming training program in March 2022. She was drawn to Smoochie Pooch because of the focus we place on continuing education for groomers and prioritizing the wellbeing of the pets in our care. She wanted to be a groomer because she wants to do everything she can to help pets and their owners have their best life and also have a creative outlet. When not working, Amanda enjoys going for bike rides and spending time in nature. She has a Siberian Husky named Stella and is so excited to continue to learn something new every day!
Pet Stylist
Aubrey has been grooming since 2021 and trained with Smoochie Pooch in early 2023. During Covid, she started grooming her own dog and discovered a passion for it. Combining her love for dogs and interest in hairstyling, she now enjoys being a “hair stylist for dogs!”
She shares her home with Louie, an Australian Shepherd-Golden Retriever mix, and two cats, Mylo and Copper. In her free time, she enjoys experimenting with makeup, spending time with loved ones, and trying fun activities.
A recent highlight in her career was attending the All-American Grooming Show, where she learned new techniques to refine her skills. Her favorite part of grooming is the transformation—seeing both the dog and owner happy at the end of each session is what she loves most!
We are a family-owned pet grooming business serving Florida, Indiana, Kentucky & South Carolina. Our trained and skilled professionals provide the highest quality service and care in the pet industry.
We are a family-owned pet grooming business serving Florida, Indiana, Kentucky & South Carolina. Our trained and skilled professionals provide the highest quality service and care in the pet industry.
We’re a family-owned pet grooming business providing quality, compassionate care for dogs and cats in our grooming salons and mobile pet grooming units.
