FAQ

Where are you located?

HomeDoggy is located within Prospect Park Animal Clinic in Park Slope Brooklyn. We are at 105 Prospect Park West between 5th and 6th street. We are close to Grand Army Plaza as well as the F train Seventh Avenue stop.

How long does my grooming appointment take?

If the hair needs to be cut, we ask that you allow four hours so that we can wash, dry and cut the hair, as well as basic grooming. We will call you 30 minutes prior to finishing so that you may pick up your dog right away. If the hair is matted please be aware that it may take more time.

I can't make my appointment, what do I do?

We require 24 hours notice to cancel an appointment. If 24 hours notice is not given you will be charged a $25 cancellation fee per dog. We are always happy to reschedule providing that we are given more than 24 hours notice.

How much does it cost?

It depends on the breed, condition and individual temperament. The prices do not include dematting (extra $25 per 1/2 hour) Please click on Services for full detailed price list.

What payment methods do you accept?

HomeDoggy accepts cash, check and credit cards.

Can you groom my dog to the traditional breed cut?

Yes, our groomers are familiar and experienced with the most of the breed traditional cuts. Most pet owners do not keep their pets in the traditional cut because the level of maintenance required. If you want to get your dog groomed to the traditional cut, please let your groomer know.

Can you do a puppy cut?

With most breeds, we can maintain the cute puppy look. Most of the time, this means the hair is cut to the same length all over. Many people choose a puppy cut because it is easy to maintain but there is usually a choice of length. Your groomer can work with you to choose a style which works for your dog.

My dog's hair is knotted. Do I need to cut the hair short?

If the hair is allowed to knot or develop "matts", this is unhealthy for the dog's skin. Knotting gets worse if the coat gets wet. Before washing the dog, it is necessary to brush out all the knots. If the hair is matted, it may be possible to "dematt" the coat. Unfortunately, this can be painful. In some cases, dematting may cause or reveal skin irritation. If your dog is matted, we will advise you what can be done. If the hair can be dematted without causing pain to the dog, it may be possible to save the coat. If the hair can be demmated, there will be an additional charge of $25 per half hour. Otherwise, we may recommend cutting the hair short, which means applying the clipper behind the matts. If the hair is matted, we recommend meeting with one of our groomers beforehand so we can discuss your options.

Can I bring in a picture?

Sure, pictures can be helpful to achieve the desired look for your dog.

Do you cut the nails?

Yes, We are able to cut the nails on most dogs. With some dogs, it needs to be done at the veterinarian. Long nails can lead to several issues including joint problems, broken or split nails. With nail cutting, there is always some risk of bleeding. Inside the nail is a blood vessel which grows with the nail. If the nail is allowed to grow long, then cutting the nail even slightly may result in bleeding. If the nails are black, the risk of bleeding increases. If the nail bleeds, we apply styptic powder to the nail. Regular nail trimming can prevent this. At HomeDoggy we provide walk in nails only service for $15. We recommend regular trimming and often this needs to be done between grooming appointments.

How is my dog dried?

We dry our dogs with a combination of methods, depending on the breed. We begin all dogs with towel drying in the tub. Dogs with longer coats are dried 95% with a high velocity dryer followed by an industrial hair dryer. During all of our drying phases your dog is being supervised. HomeDoggy only uses drying methods that are considered safe and have been in use for many years by grooming salons, veterinarians and kennels.

Do you hand strip dogs?

At HomeDoggy we only offer hand stripping for our house call clients. We are experts at hand stripping and are happy to provide this service in your home.