Spitz Groom FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions
Dog grooming comes with plenty of questions. How often should your dog be groomed? What does grooming cost? What happens during a first visit? And what should you do if your dog is nervous about being groomed?
We’ve put together our Spitz Groom FAQs to answer some of the questions we’re asked most often by Melbourne dog owners.
From general grooming advice and coat maintenance to puppy grooming, pricing, appointments and our Fear-Free approach, you’ll find practical information to help you understand what to expect and make informed decisions about your dog’s grooming and care.
General Dog Grooming FAQs
Find answers to common questions about dog grooming, including how often dogs should be groomed, how to maintain their coat between appointments, what grooming involves and how regular grooming can support your dog’s comfort, hygiene and wellbeing.
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Breed Specific Dog Grooming FAQs
Every breed has different grooming needs, and even dogs of the same breed can have very different coats.
At Spitz Groom, we have particular experience with double-coated breeds, Spitz breeds, Poodles and Poodle crosses, as well as a wide range of other coat types.
Our breed-specific FAQs provide practical guidance on grooming frequency, shedding, brushing, matting, clipping and maintaining your dog’s coat between professional appointments.
Explore our FAQs to learn more about the grooming needs of German and Japanese Spitz, Samoyeds, Keeshonds, Pomeranians, Huskies, Poodles, Cavoodles, Groodles, Schnoodles, Oodles, Corgis, Retrievers, White Swiss Shepherds and Dachshunds.
Remember, breed is only the starting point. Your dog’s individual coat, condition, lifestyle and grooming history all matter when determining the right grooming routine.
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New Clients & Intake
New to Spitz Groom? Find out how our new client intake process works, what information we need about your dog and why understanding your dog’s individual needs is an important part of preparing for their first visit.
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Appointments & Bookings
Everything you need to know about making an appointment, rebooking, cancellations, late arrivals and keeping your dog’s grooming routine on track.
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Pricing & Grooming Services
Learn how Spitz Groom pricing works, why we charge according to grooming time, what can affect the cost of an appointment and the individual grooming services available when your dog doesn’t need a full groom.
Your Dog’s First Visit
Not sure what to expect when your dog comes to Spitz Groom for the first time? We’ve explained what happens before, during and after their first grooming appointment, including how we approach matted coats and individual grooming needs.
Salon Stays
Salon Stays are our take on dog day care, with half-day and full-day stays limited to just five dogs. Learn how Salon Stays work, what’s included and why we deliberately keep numbers small.
Fear-Free Grooming
Our approach to grooming is centred around reducing fear, anxiety and stress wherever possible. Learn more about how we work with nervous dogs, puppies and dogs who find grooming challenging.
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Still have a question?
Every dog is different, and sometimes the answer isn’t in an FAQ.
If you’re unsure which service is right for your dog, have a question about their coat or simply aren’t sure where to start, get in touch with the Spitz Groom team. We’re happy to help you work out what your dog needs.