Dogtown Grooming & Spa

Anyone who walks a dog along the river trails knows the state that PoCo mud can leave behind, especially through the long wet months. Dogtown Grooming & Spa answers to exactly that problem from its storefront at 112-2540 Shaughnessy Street, pairing a grooming service with a supply counter under one roof. For dog owners in a city this fond of its trails, a shop like that tends to become a regular stop rather than a rare treat.

The grooming side of a shop like this typically covers bathing, brushing, clipping and finishing trims, sized to the dog and its coat. Double-coated breeds shed heavily through the seasons, and a proper de-shed can spare a household's furniture the worst of it. Puppies getting their first groom and seniors needing a gentler hand are part of the mix. The supply counter rounds the business out with the everyday things owners go through: food, treats, leads and gear. Regulars tend to keep a standing appointment so the coat is maintained before it mats rather than after.

Owners should call to ask about booking, turnaround time and any vaccination records the shop wants on file, and mention anything unusual about a dog's coat or temperament when making the appointment. Arriving a few minutes early gives a nervous animal time to settle, which most groomers appreciate. It is also worth asking how the shop handles dogs that are new to grooming.