gentle puppy grooming in durham, nc
Early grooming experiences matter. Our puppy grooming visits are designed to build confidence, reduce fear, and help puppies learn that grooming can feel safe and positive.
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One-on-one appointments with no kennel time
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Gentle introductions tailored to your puppy’s comfort level
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Positive reinforcement and flexible pacing
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Puppy packages designed to build long-term grooming success
puppy grooming
From first baths to confidence-building haircut introductions, every puppy visit is thoughtfully tailored to your puppy’s age, coat type, comfort level, and grooming experience.
Each appointment focuses on positive reinforcement, gentle handling, and creating calm, successful grooming experiences that help puppies build trust and confidence over time.
Each visit includes:
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Gentle, puppy-safe shampoo + conditioner
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Gentle blow dry introduction
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Brushing & coat maintenance
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Nail trimming
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Ear cleaning
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Introduction to clippers & shears (as needed)
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Personalized pacing based on comfort & confidence
Not sure how your puppy will feel about grooming?
Our Pet Stylist Meet & Greet is a low-pressure introduction designed to help you and your puppy get to know their Stylist before committing to a full grooming appointment.
luxe puppy packages
Designed for puppies and pet parents who want to build calm, positive grooming habits from the very beginning.
This structured 4-visit program helps puppies gradually learn the grooming process through gentle handling, confidence-building, and supportive experiences at every appointment.
Puppies enrolled in this package are scheduled every 2 weeks for the best results.
Best for:
• Puppies aged 10 weeks - 5 months
• Building grooming confidence early
• Reducing fear and stress around grooming
• Creating healthy long-term grooming routines
luxe puppy haircut package
Ideal for puppies that will require regular haircuts as adults.
4 visits • $299.99 • save $80
Includes guided introductions to:
• Bathing and drying
• Brushing and combing
• Nail trimming
• Ear cleaning
• Face, feet, and sanitary trimming
• Clipper and scissor work
• A final full haircut based on your puppy’s readiness
luxe puppy bath package
Designed for short or smooth-coated puppies that typically will not require routine haircuts as adults.
4 visits • $279.99 • Save $40
Includes guided introductions to:
• Bathing and drying
• Brushing and coat maintenance
• Nail trimming
• Ear cleaning
• Handling and grooming table confidence
• Gentle deshedding and skin/coat care as appropriate
luxe puppy haircut intro
Designed for puppies beginning their grooming journey and learning the basics of salon care.
This gentle, one-on-one introductory appointment focuses on comfort, confidence-building, and positive first experiences in a calm, cage-free environment.
Your puppy is gradually introduced to:
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Nail trimming
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Ear cleaning
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Bathing and blow drying
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Eye corners, feet, and sanitary trimming (Tidy Trio)
All services are performed at your puppy’s pace and only as tolerated to help create positive lifelong grooming habits.
Please note:
This introductory service does not include a full body haircut, head trim, or clipping. Valid for puppies up to 6 months old.
Starting at $95
luxe puppy bath intro
Designed for puppies beginning their grooming journey and learning the basics of salon care.
This gentle, one-on-one introductory appointment focuses on comfort, confidence-building, and positive first experiences in a calm, cage-free environment.
Your puppy is gradually introduced to:
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Nail trimming
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Ear cleaning
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Brushing
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Bathing and blow drying
All services are performed at your puppy’s pace and only as tolerated to help create positive lifelong grooming habits.
Please note:
This introductory service is designed for puppies that will be smooth coated as adults, not long hair puppies. Puppies aged 10 weeks - 6 months only.
Starting at $60
Includes guided introductions to bathing, brushing, nail care, and drying.
