Professional Puppy Grooming in St. Louis

Q: What is puppy grooming?

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Q: How long does a typical grooming appointment take?

It really depends on the situation, but most grooming sessions take 2-3 hours, depending on your puppy's size, coat condition, and the services selected. Appointment time will also vary depending on how well your puppy is acclimating to grooming procedures.

Q: What vaccinations are required for my puppy to be groomed?

All puppies at Petropolis are required to have the following vaccinations: Rabies Distemper (DHPP) Bordetella These vaccinations are required for all of our services, including training , boarding , and daycare . Visit our vaccination policy page to learn more.

Q: How often should I have my puppy professionally groomed?

This will vary by breed, coat type, and how well your puppy is acclimating. Generally, long-haired breeds benefit from grooming every 4-6 weeks, while short-haired breeds might need just quarterly visits. The Petropolis staff will help create the ideal schedule for your pet.

Q: Can you accommodate my puppy if it's anxious about grooming?

Absolutely! Our Pet Empowerment approach is perfect for anxious pups. We can schedule longer appointments, take breaks as needed, and work gradually to build positive associations with grooming. For puppies, we specifically work to acclimate them to the grooming experience so they don't fear grooming appointments as adults.

Experience stress-free grooming services designed around your puppy's unique needs, temperament, and coat type.

Pet Empowerment Philosophy

At Petropolis, we believe grooming should be a positive experience for every puppy. Our trained groomers take the time to build trust with your pet, using gentle handling techniques and breaks when needed. We work at your puppy's pace, ensuring they feel safe and comfortable throughout their grooming session.

This patient approach helps puppies gradually become more confident about grooming, turning what could be stressful into an enjoyable part of their routine care.

New Client Discount

30% OFF GROOMING FOR NEW CLIENTS

(Includes Premium Bath, Haircut & Add-Ons. Only valid for dogs)

What Our Puppy Grooming Includes

Low-Stress Environment

Our grooming salon is designed to be low-stress, reducing sights, smells, and sounds that could trigger fear or stress in your puppy.

Puppy Acclimation

We take early acclimation very seriously to help puppies learn to enjoy the grooming process, and create a lifelong enjoyable experience for them.

Highly-Trained Stylists

All of our groomers and bathers are educated in animal behavior and many hold certifications from The Academy of Pet Careers.

Force-Free Grooming

We will never force your puppy to do anything that causes emotional or physical harm. This ensures a more positive experience.

Puppy Grooming Pricing

All prices depend on the size of your puppy, their coat type, and the condition of the coat during their visit. Call to get more accurate pricing for your puppy today!

Premium Bath

$52-$130 / Groom

Full-body shampoo and rinse
Face trimmed (as needed)
Paws trimmed (as needed)
Basic brushout
Nail clip or grind
Perfume and bandana

Haircut

$73-$186 / Groom

Everything in the Premium Bath plus
Breed-specific haircut
Additional cost for heavily matted coats

Grooming Add-Ons

Rejuvenating Facial

$18

Restorative Paw Balm

Sac Expression

$18

Teeth Brushing

$12

Nail Clip/Grind

$24

Extra Brushing/Dematting (per 5 mins.)

$7.50

Specialty Shampoo or Conditioner

$15

Flea Treatment

$35

Spa Packages

Basic

$35 / Package

Includes teeth brushing, facial, and paw pad scrub.

Shedless

$35 / Package

Includes extra brushing, shedless shampoo, & conditioner.

Mud Bath

$43 / Package

Includes a mud bath, rejuvenating facial, and teeth brushing.

Rebooking Specials

$15 off when you book less than 4 weeks out at checkout | $10 when you book 4-6 weeks | $5 off when you book 6+ weeks

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Frequently Asked Puppy Grooming Questions

What is puppy grooming?

How long does a typical grooming appointment take?

What vaccinations are required for my puppy to be groomed?

How often should I have my puppy professionally groomed?

Can you accommodate my puppy if it's anxious about grooming?

Puppy Acclimation

Puppy acclimation is the gradual process of helping young dogs develop positive associations with grooming. Puppies should be introduced to gentle handling of their paws, ears, mouth, and body through regular, positive sessions that include treats and praise.

At Petropolis, our experienced groomers prioritize comfort over extensive grooming procedures, gradually building up to full grooming sessions as the puppy matures. This early investment in positive grooming experiences prevents fear-based behaviors and makes routine maintenance easier for both the pet and the dog groomer.

Our Other Puppy Services

Professional Puppy Grooming in St. Louis

Pet Empowerment Philosophy

New Client Discount

What Our Puppy Grooming Includes

Low-Stress Environment

Puppy Acclimation

Highly-Trained Stylists

Force-Free Grooming

Puppy Grooming Pricing

Premium Bath

$52-$130 / Groom

Haircut

$73-$186 / Groom

Grooming Add-Ons

Spa Packages

Basic

$35 / Package

Shedless

$35 / Package

Mud Bath

$43 / Package

Rebooking Specials

Photo Gallery

Frequently Asked Puppy Grooming Questions

What is puppy grooming?

How long does a typical grooming appointment take?

What vaccinations are required for my puppy to be groomed?

How often should I have my puppy professionally groomed?

Can you accommodate my puppy if it's anxious about grooming?

Puppy Acclimation

Our Other Puppy Services

Puppy Boarding

Puppy Grooming

Puppy Training

Puppy Daycare