Pet grooming costs vary by animal size, coat type, and services requested. A basic bath and brush for a small dog runs $30–$60, while a full haircut for a large breed costs $60–$120. Cat grooming is typically $40–$80 for a bath and trim.
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Small Dog Full Groom | $50 – $90 |
| Medium Dog Full Groom | $60 – $110 |
| Large Dog Full Groom | $70 – $130 |
| Cat Bath and Trim | $40 – $80 |
Dog Grooming by Size
Small dogs (under 20 lbs) cost $30–$60 for a bath and $50–$90 for a full groom. Medium dogs (20–50 lbs) run $40–$80 for bath and $60–$110 for full groom. Large dogs (50+ lbs) range $50–$100 for bath and $70–$130 for full groom.
Cat Grooming Services
Cat grooming includes a bath, blow-dry, and brush-out for $40–$80. Lion cuts or full shave-downs cost $60–$100. Nail trims alone are $10–$20.
Add-On Services and Mobile Grooming
Add-ons like teeth brushing, flea treatment, or de-shedding treatments add $10–$25 each. Mobile grooming vans charge a premium of $20–$50 per visit for convenience.
What moves the price in Akron, Ohio
Breed size and coat condition influence price. Local quotes reflect the items below, so two providers can quote different totals for the same described job without either being wrong.
- Local labour rates and licensing requirements for the trade or professional involved
- Permits, inspections and disposal fees set by the local authority
- Travel and call-out charges for the distance from the nearest provider
- Season and demand peaks, which move both the price and the wait
- Materials, parts or inputs, and how their grade or availability changes the total
- Whether the work is a repair, a partial job or a full replacement
How to compare pet grooming quotes in Akron, Ohio
Write the scope down first, then send the same description to at least three local providers. Compare the quotes line by line against that scope rather than by the headline total.
- Agree the scope: exactly what is being repaired, replaced or supplied, and how far the work extends.
- List the inclusions: labour, materials, permits, inspection fees, disposal and clean-up, each stated separately.
- Ask what is excluded, and what would trigger an extra charge once the work starts.
- Check timing: how soon work can start, how long it takes, and whether out-of-hours rates apply.
- Confirm terms: deposit, payment schedule, warranty on parts and labour, and how changes are priced.
A lower total that leaves out permits, disposal or a necessary second stage is not cheaper once those items are added back. Ask each provider in writing what would change the price.
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