Dog Grooming in Charlotte

Grooming for Different Breeds, Sizes & Coat Types

Our groomers at Camp Bow Wow Matthews work with dogs of different breeds, sizes, and coat types. We tailor our dog grooming services to each dog’s coat condition, notable sensitivities, and comfort preferences.

A high-energy puppy may need a different approach than a senior dog who prefers a quieter visit. Talking through your grooming goals and your pup’s sensitivities helps us plan an appointment around their needs.

Available options include dog bathing, haircutting, breed-appropriate trims, de-shedding treatments, nail trimming, and ear cleaning. Let us know about previous grooming experiences, handling preferences, or areas that may require extra attention before the appointment begins.

What to Expect at Your Dog’s Grooming Visit

Visits begin with a Pre-Appointment Consultation and Wellness Screening. We ask about your pup’s coat condition, skin sensitivities, grooming history, and any recent health or behavior changes that could affect the appointment.

This conversation helps us understand how your dog responds to water, drying, clippers, and nail trimming. We also confirm your preferred haircut length or style before beginning Customized Grooming based on your dog’s coat and requested services.

During the visit, your dog moves through the applicable stages of bathing, drying, brushing, trimming, de-shedding, nail care, and finishing checks. The exact process depends on the requested services and your dog’s skin and coat type.

Afterward, we can share observations from the grooming experience, including visible irritation, matting, or coat changes. These observations aren’t a medical diagnosis, but they may help you decide whether to adjust at-home brushing, schedule another visit, or speak with your veterinarian.

Clean, Safe & Comfortable Grooming

Our approach includes Sanitized Grooming Areas, Safe Grooming Products, and a Stress-Free Experience focused on your pup’s well-being. We watch dogs’ reactions throughout the appointment and adjust our handling when a dog appears uncomfortable.

Our comfort and safety considerations include:

• Stable footing: Slip-resistant surfaces support dogs during bathing and other grooming steps.
• Secure handling: Secure restraint systems help maintain controlled handling throughout the visit.
• Lower noise: Minimal noise supports dogs that may be sensitive to an active grooming environment.
• Positive reinforcement: Encouragement and individualized attention support a low-stress grooming approach.

Dogs can react differently to water, dryers, clippers, nail care, and restraint. Sharing known sensitivities in advance gives us useful information for planning the appointment.

Coordinate Grooming with Daycare or Overnight Boarding

You can request grooming during daycare or overnight boarding. If your dog already has a daycare visit or dog boarding stay scheduled, coordinating services can reduce the need for a separate trip.

At Camp Bow Wow Matthews, we take time to understand your preferences and discuss the services appropriate for your dog. Whether your pup needs bathing, trimming, nail care, or de-shedding, we can coordinate the requested care with a broader Camp visit.

Book professional dog grooming in Charlotte tailored to your pup’s needs. Make a reservation online or call (704) 313-1909.