Dog Grooming Prices by Breed

Dog grooming isn't priced solely by weight. A 30-pound Cocker Spaniel with feathered ears and a silky coat costs significantly more to groom than a 60-pound Labrador with a short, wash-and-go coat.

Factors that increase breed grooming costs:

• Continuously growing hair (Poodles, Maltese, Yorkies) requires regular haircuts
• Curly or wavy coats (Doodles, Bichons) mat easily and need careful detangling
• Double coats (Huskies, German Shepherds) require de-shedding treatments
• Wire coats (Terriers, Schnauzers) may need hand-stripping for show-quality results
• Long, silky coats (Yorkies, Maltese) tangle quickly without daily brushing
• Breed-specific cuts (Poodle Continental, Schnauzer cut) require specialized skills

Factors that decrease grooming costs:

• Short, smooth coats (Beagles, Chihuahuas) need minimal work
• Low-shedding single coats require less de-shedding time
• No breed-specific styling needed