Pet Grooming

What are the benefits of regular pet grooming?

Aside from the improvements to your pet's style, comfort, and looks, regular pet grooming from our clinics (or even pet grooming at home) can have many benefits for your pet's life, including:

Promoting general cleanliness
Decreasing the possibility of many types of dermatological conditions
Addressing seasonal fur removal
Helping spot potential health problems
Removing dead fur, dirt, and debris, making your pet more comfortable

If you have a dog, their grooming needs will depend on their coat type and general lifestyle. However, we typically recommend that dogs are fully groomed at least every 4-6 weeks to avoid potential painful matting of the coat, ear and/or skin infections, and parasite infestations.

Between full-grooming sessions, regularly bathe your dog to help keep them feeling clean, fresh, and healthy. Your dog’s nails should also be trimmed at least every 4 weeks to reduce the chances of nail-related injuries.

For cats, their nail care needs are a little more intensive than for dogs, but they do not require as close attention to bathing. Unless your cat’s fur is matted, dirt-filled, or infested with parasites, they typically won’t require full grooming sessions. However, many decide to have their cats groomed to help reduce shedding and help keep their household more sanitary.

If you ever have questions regarding your pet’s grooming needs, any of our talented pet groomers or local veterinarians are happy to provide their professional advice.

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What Are the Grooming Services the Thrive Pet Healthcare Clinics Offer?

Our Thrive Pet Healthcare grooming professionals are prepared to help keep your pet clean, healthy, and happy. We know that grooming may be unsettling for your pet, so we make sure to try to keep it fun. Below are some of the services we can provide.

Pet Nail Trims

Regular nail trims are essential to helping your pet avoid painful foot problems. Ingrown and torn nails are not just sore but can lead to infections and even lameness, requiring surgery and long recovery times.

The longer you wait to trim your pet’s nails, the more difficult it can be to cut them safely, so it’s best to stay on top of the recommended trimming schedule:

For cats: their claws should be cut every 2-3 weeks, even if they are using scratching posts or similar nail-blunting apparatuses within the home. While these toys help to dull the nails, they do not slow the growth enough to prevent potential nail problems.

For dogs: On average, their nails should be trimmed approximately once a month. However, every dog is different so your pet may require frequent trims depending on their genetics, lifestyle, and even diet.

The ASPCA recommends that a dog's nails should be trimmed when they are just about to touch the floor when they walk. So, if you’re hearing little tip-taps around the house, it's probably time to get the clippers out.
Dogs spending time on concrete flooring may naturally grind their nails down enough to require nail trims every 6-8 weeks.
Puppies usually require more frequent nail trims due to their faster rate of growth and development.
Smaller dog breeds' nails tend to grow at a faster rate and are usually more fragile, increasing the risk of damage. If this sounds like your dog, their nails will likely need more frequent trimming.

We know it can be tricky to cut your pet’s nails at home, especially if they’re anxious. You can always visit our primary care clinics or grooming centers and the Thrive Pet Healthcare team will be happy to trim those nails for you.

Pet bathing

Did your pet jump into that muddy pond again? Or do you need them smelling fresh for a family gathering? You don’t need to pay for a full groom to get your pet a professional bath with Thrive. Choose from specialized allergy shampoos and conditioners for dry skin to help personalize your pet’s bath to their skin and hair needs.

If you don’t have the space to adequately bathe your pup at home, or your pet is incredibly anxious around water, we recommend regularly taking them to a local pet bathing center between full grooms. Here you can get the help of a professional or utilize their self-service baths (if applicable) to keep your pet clean and sanitary. 

Full grooming

Depending on the breed and coat of your pet, they may require frequent cut-and-washes to help maintain the health of their fur and skin.

Dogs do not perform self-cleaning techniques as their feline friends do. Therefore, you should keep a closer watch on the condition of your dog’s coat to ensure they are staying dirt and matt-free.

When your pet is ready for a full groom, you can typically expect to receive the following services:

Haircut
Wash
Brush
Blow dry
Nail trim
Anal gland expression (if needed)

Most of our grooming locations offer additional services and options to add on, like teeth brushing, nail grinding, flea baths, aromatherapy, and shed-reduction treatments for pets requiring a little more intensive grooming.

Specialty grooming

Many of our grooming salons offer unique grooming options for those looking to spice up their pet's spa session. The following are some of our locations more common a-la-cart options; please contact your local Thrive groomer to learn about their full list of service options.

Hydro Massage - Pamper and soothe your pet with a 15-minute relaxation and aromatherapy session. This hydro massage helps to reduce stress and anxiety before continuing their regular full-service groom and is then finished off with your choice of spritz cologne.
Aromatherapy - Personalized to meet individual needs, essential plant oils soothe, promote healthy skin, and enhance emotional well-being. We use only fine pure essential oils.
Fresh Facial - Effectively removes dirt and tear stains and is naturally exfoliating.
Body Butter - Conditions coat leaving it super silky and easy to brush through. Immerses coat in high levels of moisture to create an intense shine while strengthening it. Helps control itching and irritation.
Paw Treatment - This deep cleansing treatment helps to eliminate paw licking and fights fungus, bacteria, and germs that can cause dogs irritation and itching.
Detoxifying Mud Mask - An excellent treatment to keep your furry companion's skin healthy, rich in nourishment and hydration, and smelling fresh with a natural light scent.

Quick Pet Grooming Facts

Why Take My Pet to the Groomer Instead of Grooming at Home?

There can be potential complications of trying to bathe your pet at home. Some pets are anxious, or get upset, or even require their own special grooming attention. So, groomers can help avoid the mess at home from your pet splashing around.

What Grooming Can Be Done at Home?

Some grooming options don't require a trip to the groomer. Your dog or cat can experience the full advantages of regular grooming through at-home maintenance with nail trims and baths. Additional grooming services can be performed if you're skilled in their application, but it may be best to leave those to the pros.

How Often Will My Pet Shed?

Possibly the greatest question for your home's cleanliness is how often your pet will shed. Most pets will either experience an intense shedding season once or twice a year, or shed continuously year-round. It's best to talk with your veterinarian regarding your pet's shedding schedules.

Pet Grooming Q&A's

Our most common questions regarding your pet's grooming routines!

Most cats require a nail trimming every 2-3 weeks, even if they are using scratching posts or similar nail-blunting apparatuses within the home.

On average, dogs require nail trimming approximately once a month. However, every dog is different so your pet may require frequent trims depending on their genetics, lifestyle, and even diet.

We typically recommend that most pets receive a groom every 4-6 weeks, however, every pet has their own unique coat and lifestyle that dictates their grooming needs.

Pets who spend more time outdoors may require frequent grooming to stay clean and healthy. Pets with longer, curly coats will likely also need to be groomed more often to help avoid painful mats from developing. 

Each of our locations sets its own prices; please contact your local Thrive groomer to receive a breakdown of their service options and prices.

As a Thrive Plus Member, your pet can receive unlimited $5 nail trims at any of our primary care or grooming locations.

All groomers at our Thrive Pet Healthcare locations are fully trained and certified in pet grooming. Many have been in the field for over 10 years and are highly recommended by members in their community.

All our pet groomers can provide hypoallergenic bathing options for pets with sensitive skin. Just let your groomer know about your pet’s needs and they will be happy to accommodate.