Pet Grooming in Tempe, AZ
Keeping your pet clean and comfortable is about more than appearance. At Tempe Lake Veterinary Clinic & Pet Resort, our pet grooming in Tempe, AZ, gives dogs and cats professional care in a setting where their comfort, health, and safety matter just as much as the finished look. Our grooming services include bathing, brushing, haircuts, nail care, shed-reduction treatments, dental brushing, and more, with pricing based on breed, coat, condition, and handling needs. Because grooming is available alongside our veterinary and boarding services, families can turn to one familiar team for several important parts of their pet’s care.
Grooming That Supports Comfort and Health
A regular grooming routine can make everyday life more comfortable for both pets and their owners. Brushing, bathing, coat trimming, nail care, and other services help manage shedding, prevent painful matting, reduce dirt and odor, and make it easier to notice changes in the skin or coat.
Our team works with a wide range of breeds and coat types, from short-haired dogs that mainly need bathing and nail care to long-haired and double-coated breeds that require more extensive brushing and trimming. We also offer grooming services for cats when their temperament and individual needs allow us to do so safely.
Dog Grooming for Different Breeds and Coat Types
Every breed has different grooming needs, which is why pricing and service time can vary considerably. A short-coated Beagle may require a much simpler grooming session than a heavily coated Chow Chow, Standard Poodle, or Goldendoodle.
Our current dog grooming price ranges include examples such as:
- Shorthaired: Bath and Nail Trim $50.00
- Longhaired: Bath, Brush and Nail Trim $70-$90
- Shave Down/Lion Cut: $75–$100
- Nail Cap Application (Must Bring Own Nail Caps) $25.00
- Additional Handling Charge $5-$20
Pricing may be higher or lower depending on coat length, matting, size, behavior, and the specific work needed. We recommend contacting our team for the most accurate estimate for your pet before scheduling.
Bathing, Brushing, and Coat Care
Bathing helps remove dirt, loose hair, odors, and buildup from the skin and coat. When paired with thorough brushing, it can also help prevent tangles from becoming uncomfortable mats, especially in dogs with longer, curly, or dense coats.
Pets that shed heavily may benefit from our shed-less treatment, which is currently priced from $15 to $40 depending on the pet and coat. This service can help remove loose undercoat and reduce the amount of hair that ends up on furniture, clothing, and floors at home.
Haircuts and Breed-Appropriate Trims
Some dogs need routine haircuts to stay comfortable and manageable throughout the year. Breeds such as Poodles, Bichon Frises, Shih Tzus, Schnauzers, Maltese, and doodle mixes often benefit from consistent trimming to prevent overgrowth and matting.
Our groomers tailor the haircut to your pet’s coat condition, lifestyle, and the look you prefer whenever possible. We also keep Arizona’s climate in mind, since Tempe’s intense heat can affect how owners think about coat maintenance, brushing, and seasonal grooming schedules.
Cat Grooming Services
Cats are often excellent self-groomers, but some still need professional help with shedding, tangles, long coats, or matting. We offer cat bath and brush services from $55 to $65 when bathing is possible, along with cat haircuts from $65 to $90.
Because cats can respond very differently to grooming than dogs, we always have to consider temperament and safety. Our team will let you know what services are realistic for your cat and whether adjustments are needed based on their behavior or coat condition.
Nail Trimming and Additional Grooming Services
Nails that become too long can make walking uncomfortable and may affect how a pet stands or moves. Our nail trims currently start at $21, with pricing depending on the pet and the amount of handling required.
We also offer several add-on and specialty grooming services, including:
- Teeth brushing for $8
- Extra matting care starting at $5 and up
- Additional handling charges starting at $5 and up
- Anal gland service for $40.32
- Shed-less treatments from $15 to $40
- Nail trims starting at $21
- Dremel nail services at $28
These services can be added based on your pet’s grooming needs and tolerance. If you’re unsure which options make sense, our team can help you choose a practical combination before the appointment.
Extra Care for Matted or Hard-to-Handle Pets
Matting can be more than a cosmetic problem because tight mats can pull on the skin and cause discomfort. In more severe cases, they may also hide irritation, sores, or other skin issues that are difficult to see until the coat is trimmed.
Some pets also become anxious, restless, or defensive during grooming, which can require additional time and handling. We assess each situation individually and may apply an extra charge starting at $5 when significant matting or special handling is involved.
The Convenience of Grooming and Veterinary Care Together
One advantage of choosing Tempe Lake Veterinary Clinic & Pet Resort is that grooming is part of a broader pet-care environment. Our facility also provides veterinary services and boarding, which can make life easier for families who prefer to manage several pet-care needs through one familiar location.
Being connected to a veterinary clinic is especially useful when grooming reveals something worth taking a closer look at, such as skin irritation, unusual bumps, ear concerns, or coat changes. Grooming itself is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, but regular coat and skin care can sometimes help owners notice changes sooner.
Grooming for Tempe’s Desert Climate
Living in the Phoenix metropolitan area creates some unique grooming considerations. Dust, dry air, seasonal shedding, and extreme summer heat can all affect how a pet’s coat and skin look and feel throughout the year.
Some dogs need more frequent brushing during heavy shedding periods, while others benefit from regular bathing and coat maintenance to stay clean after outdoor activity. We can help you think through a grooming schedule that makes sense for your pet’s breed, lifestyle, coat type, and time spent outdoors.
Why Pet Owners Choose Our Grooming Services
We understand that pets do not all walk into a grooming appointment feeling relaxed and cooperative. Our goal is to provide careful, practical grooming while paying attention to each pet’s temperament and comfort level throughout the visit.
Pet owners come to us for:
- Grooming for many dog breeds and coat types
- Cat grooming when appropriate
- Bathing and brushing
- Haircuts and coat trims
- Nail trimming and Dremel services
- Shed-reduction treatments
- Teeth brushing
- Matting care
- Access to veterinary services in the same facility
- Convenient boarding and grooming options
- Personalized care based on the individual pet
Our team also understands that grooming preferences can be personal. We encourage owners to explain the look, length, or maintenance level they want so we can work toward a result that fits both the pet and the household.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dog grooming prices vary by breed, size, coat condition, and service needed. Current ranges start around $45 for some breeds and can reach $125 or more for larger, heavily coated, or higher-maintenance dogs.
Yes, we offer cat grooming when it can be performed safely. Cat bath and brush services range from $55 to $65, while cat haircuts currently range from $65 to $90.
The ideal schedule depends on breed, coat type, shedding, lifestyle, and how quickly the coat becomes tangled or overgrown. Some pets may need grooming every few weeks, while short-coated dogs may only require periodic baths, brushing, and nail care.
Yes, extra matting charges currently start at $5 and may increase depending on the severity and time required. Heavy matting often takes additional care because it can sit tightly against the skin and make grooming more difficult.
Yes, nail trimming is available as a separate service and currently starts at $21. Dremel nail services are also available, with current pricing at $28.
Let us know about any previous anxiety, biting, struggling, or grooming sensitivities before the appointment. Some pets may require extra handling, additional time, or a modified grooming plan, and related charges may start at $5 depending on the situation.
Schedule Your Pet’s Next Grooming Visit
A clean coat, manageable nails, and regular grooming can make a noticeable difference in how comfortable your pet feels every day. At Tempe Lake Veterinary Clinic & Pet Resort, we provide grooming for dogs and cats while giving owners the convenience of veterinary care, boarding, and other pet services in one familiar location. Whether your pet needs a simple bath, breed-specific haircut, shed-less treatment, nail trim, or more complete grooming session, our team is ready to help. Contact us today to ask about current pricing, discuss your pet’s grooming needs, or schedule an appointment.
