A gentle start for young dogs
A calm first groom for your Fort Lauderdale puppy.
A puppy first groom is more introduction than makeover. The groomer handles paws, ears and face, runs the dryer on low and keeps the whole visit short so the experience stays positive.
Planning your puppy's first visit.
Prices are lower than an adult groom because the visit is brief, but the groomer still needs vaccine records before accepting a puppy.
- Most groomers want a puppy to have had at least the first rounds of vaccines, so check the paperwork first.
- Book before the adult coat grows in, since early visits make later grooms easier.
- Short visits cost less, and a groomer may split bath and trim into two sessions for a nervous pup.
- Practice at home by touching paws, ears and the tail for a few seconds every day.
- Tell the groomer if the puppy gets carsick, since a smaller trip can help.
- Breeds with fast-growing coats may need a second visit within a few weeks.
Get a puppy intro quote.
Tell us about your dog and your area. Your request is reviewed and referred to a local groomer.
Before you book.
When can my puppy have a first groom?
It depends on your vet's vaccine schedule and the groomer's rules. Ask both, and share your puppy's age when you request a quote.
Should I feed my puppy before a grooming visit?
A light meal a few hours ahead is usually fine, and a full stomach right before can lead to carsickness. Follow the groomer's guidance.
Will the groomer cut much hair on a puppy?
Rarely. The first visit is mostly a tidy face, feet and sanitary area, and the aim is a good experience rather than a finished style.
Can a puppy be groomed at home by a mobile groomer?
Yes, and some owners prefer it because the van removes the car ride and other dogs. Quotes are higher than at a salon.
More grooming guides.
Mobile van
A fully equipped van pulls up outside your home, so your dog skips the car ride and the kennel noise.
Full service
One appointment that covers the bath, dry, haircut, nails and ear care for a tidy, comfortable dog.
Bath and brush
Shampoo, rinse, dry and a thorough brush-out, ideal for dogs that need freshening but not a haircut.