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10 Best Dog Groomers in London
Choosing a groomer is about more than the finished trim: your dog’s age, temperament, coat and need for additional care all matter. This comparison highlights documented differences, from calm handling and puppy introductions to one-to-one grooming and wider pet care.
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Searching for dog groomers in London should be easy. So we looked for proven expertise, happy clients, contact details you can rely on and a convenient part of town.
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Dog Grooming Camden
Dog Grooming Camden grooms dogs and cats in Camden, offering on-site services for pets ranging from first-time kittens to nervous senior dogs. It suits owners looking for patient handling alongside washing, trimming and nail care. The grooming approach described puts animal comfort first, including practical assistance for pets that are anxious about moving through the premises.
Stands out: The groomer accommodates anxious pets with calm handling and physical assistance when needed
Owners of nervous or senior dogs needing patient groomingPeople booking a first groom for a kittenPets needing grooming and nail care13 Brecknock Rd, London N7 0BL, United KingdomStarpets London
Starpets London is a pet groomer providing grooming for dogs and cats, including full grooms and coat trimming. Mario’s handling is described as gentle and patient, with attention to animals’ reactions and comfort. The service also includes dog teeth cleaning in customer accounts.
Stands out: Adjusts the approach when an animal becomes stressed
Dog and cat owners seeking attentive groomingPets that need patient handling during grooming49 Chelsea Manor St, London SW3 5RZ, United KingdomPawpairs
Pawpairs is a pet groomer in Earlsfield offering dog grooming alongside dog walking, daycare and overnight stays. The team suits owners seeking ongoing care for their dogs, with a communicative approach that includes bespoke messages and photo updates from walks or daycare. Dogs are accommodated with attention to their needs and surroundings, including adapting the approach in hot weather.
Stands out: Photo and message updates accompany walks and daycare
Dog owners wanting grooming alongside walks or daycareOwners seeking regular updates while their dog is in careDogs needing an attentive, adaptable care routineGround Floor, Pawpairs, Shop, 524 Garratt Ln, London SW17 0NY, United KingdomThe Uptown Dog
The Uptown Dog is a Greenwich dog-grooming salon and boutique offering one-to-one grooming tailored to each dog’s needs. Its menu includes full, maintenance and puppy grooms, de-shedding, hygiene and paw tidies, and Emmi-Pet ultrasonic teeth cleaning. The boutique also stocks natural treats, toys, collars, leads, harnesses and apparel, making it useful for both grooming and dog-care shopping.
Stands out: One-to-one appointments are tailored to the dog’s pace and needs
Dogs needing a full groom, maintenance groom or de-shedding treatmentPuppies being introduced to grooming gentlyOwners looking for dog accessories and natural treats73 Trafalgar Rd, London SE10 9TS, United KingdomPawlour Spa - Dog Groomers
Pawlour Spa is a dog-grooming business focused on a calm, caring experience for dogs and their owners. Its groomers are described as friendly, attentive and professional, with communication throughout the appointment helping owners understand how their dogs are being looked after. The service particularly suits anxious, senior or rescue dogs whose comfort matters as much as the finished groom.
Stands out: A calm approach designed to help dogs feel comfortable and relaxed
Owners seeking a gentle grooming environmentAnxious, senior or rescue dogs needing patient handlingPeople who value updates and clear communication during grooming426 St John St, London EC1V 4NJ, United KingdomPaws Grooming Empire | Dog & Cat Grooming | Dog Walking | Doggy Day Care | Finchley, London
Paws Grooming Empire is a Finchley pet-care business offering dog and cat grooming, dog walking and doggy day care. Its grooming suits owners looking for patient handling, attention to coat condition and care with breed-specific or long coats. The team has dealt with matting, sanitary trims and coat shaping while keeping pets comfortable, and the business accepts walk-ins.
Stands out: Offers grooming alongside dog walking and doggy day care
Dog and cat owners seeking grooming and wider pet-care servicesOwners wanting careful handling of matted or long coats28 Aylmer Parade, London N2 0PE, United KingdomDay Of The Dog
Day Of The Dog is a Palmers Green pet groomer providing grooming with a gentle, attentive approach for dogs that may be nervous. The salon’s service is distinguished by careful handling, clear appointment communication and attention to each pet’s comfort, with dogs described as relaxed and happy when collected. On-site services and parking add practical convenience for local owners.
Stands out: A calm, caring approach that prioritises pets’ comfort
Owners seeking a reassuring grooming experience for nervous dogsDog owners wanting an on-site grooming service1D Grovelands Rd, London N13 4RJ, United Kingdom4 Paws Dog Stylist
4 Paws Dog Stylist is a pet groomer offering on-site services, with Marta and her team providing attentive grooming for dogs. The business suits owners who value continuity, gentle handling and advice between appointments. Its approach includes helping younger dogs adapt to grooming and, where appropriate, avoiding an automatic close shave; staff also advise on products for unusual coats.
Stands out: Provides continuity through a familiar stylist
Dogs needing patient groomingPuppies adapting to a grooming settingOwners seeking coat-care advice39 High St, London SE20 7HJ, United KingdomDog Grooming By Taisa
Dog Grooming By Taisa is a London dog-grooming service for owners seeking careful coat maintenance, bathing and nail trimming. Its approach is notably gentle and patient, making it suitable for anxious dogs, puppies having their first groom and owners who value attentive handling and practical coat advice.
Stands out: Gentle, patient handling with close attention to detail
Dogs needing grooming, bathing or nail trimmingAnxious dogs and puppies new to groomingNewnton Cl, Woodberry Down, London N4 2RJ, United KingdomDog World Grooming Salon & Academy
Dog World Grooming Salon & Academy provides dog grooming with a calm, unhurried approach. Sessions can run for half a day, giving dogs time to settle, and the salon offers puppy grooming packages as well as grooming advice. It also functions as an academy, supporting learners with practical teaching tailored to different levels of confidence and pace.
Stands out: Half-day sessions allow dogs to be groomed at a relaxed pace
Puppies and dogs that benefit from time to settleOwners wanting grooming advice and a puppy packageLearners seeking hands-on dog-grooming tuition717c Green Lanes, London N21 3RX, United Kingdom
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Grooming and pet-care services
- Gentle grooming for nervous dogsDog Grooming Camden, Pawlour Spa and Day Of The Dog describe calm or patient approaches for anxious, senior, rescue or nervous dogs.
- Puppy introductionsSeveral groomers support first grooms or puppy packages, including Dog Grooming Camden, The Uptown Dog and Dog World Grooming Salon & Academy.
- Coat maintenance and de-sheddingThe Uptown Dog offers full, maintenance, puppy, hygiene, paw-tidy and de-shedding appointments.
- Dog and cat groomingDog Grooming Camden, Starpets London and Paws Grooming Empire document grooming for both dogs and cats.
- Teeth and nail careNail care is described for Dog Grooming Camden and Dog Grooming By Taisa, while teeth cleaning is documented for Starpets London and The Uptown Dog.
- Wider dog carePawpairs and Paws Grooming Empire combine grooming with walking, daycare or overnight care.
Ways to choose a dog groomer
- Put temperament firstFor anxious, senior, rescue or nervous dogs, look for the groomers whose descriptions emphasise patient, calm handling.
- Check the pet and coat briefConfirm whether you need dog-only care, cat grooming, a long-coat service, de-shedding or help with matting.
- Choose the appointment formatOne-to-one grooming or longer, unhurried sessions may suit dogs that need time to settle.
- Ask about extrasIf nail care, teeth cleaning, puppy grooming or coat advice matters, compare the documented additions directly.
- Note booking expectationsDay Of The Dog is described as arranging appointments in advance rather than presenting a walk-in service.
Frequently asked questions
Which groomers cater for anxious dogs?
Dog Grooming Camden, Pawlour Spa, Day Of The Dog and Dog Grooming By Taisa are described as suitable for nervous or anxious pets.
Can puppies have a first grooming experience?
Yes. Puppy or first-groom support is documented for Dog Grooming Camden, The Uptown Dog, Dog World Grooming Salon & Academy and Dog Grooming By Taisa.
Are cats included by any London options?
Dog Grooming Camden, Starpets London and Paws Grooming Empire describe grooming for cats as well as dogs.
Which groomer offers one-to-one appointments?
The Uptown Dog provides one-to-one grooming tailored to each dog’s pace and needs.