Dog groomers that also groom cats
Cat Grooming Near You
4,915 groomers that groom cats as well as dogs, in 1,915 cities across all 50 states and DC, each with its Google rating, services, hours and phone number. Most cat grooming in the United States happens at dog grooming salons and mobile groomers; this page filters the directory to the ones whose services include cats.
The location button shows groomers that groom cats within 25 miles.
How cat grooming at a dog groomer works
Cats are groomed differently from dogs: quieter tools, no high-velocity blow-drying, shorter sessions and a groomer who knows how to hold a cat safely. Salons that take cats usually book them at quiet times or in a separate area, away from dogs. Typical services are a bath and dry, a brush-out and de-matting, nail trims, sanitary trims and lion cuts for long-haired or heavily matted coats. Sedation is never part of grooming outside a veterinary clinic; if a cat cannot be handled safely, a good groomer will say so.
Ask about cat experience
Ask how often they groom cats and whether one groomer specializes in them. With cats, handling is most of the job.
Quiet times, short sessions
Many salons take cats first thing or in a separate room so there are no barking dogs, and keep the visit as short as possible.
Know the limits
Heavy matting, aggression or health problems may mean a vet visit instead. Groomers do not sedate; a clinic can.
What cats usually get
- Bath with a towel or low-heat dry
- Brush-out and de-matting
- Nail trim
- Sanitary trim around the rear and belly
- Lion cut for matted or heavy coats
- Ear cleaning
Before the appointment
- A secure carrier for the trip
- Vaccination records if the salon asks for them
- Notes on temperament, past reactions and sore spots
- A light meal or none if your cat gets carsick
- A quiet room for your cat to settle afterwards
Cities with the most cat groomers
Each page lists that city’s groomers that groom cats, with ratings, services and hours.
- Las Vegas, NV 57
- Chicago, IL 54
- Los Angeles, CA 47
- Tucson, AZ 41
- Colorado Springs, CO 39
- Phoenix, AZ 31
- Portland, OR 30
- El Paso, TX 29
- Denver, CO 28
- Atlanta, GA 27
- Seattle, WA 25
- Houston, TX 24
- Louisville, KY 23
- New York, NY 22
- Indianapolis, IN 22
- Albuquerque, NM 21
- Kansas City, MO 20
- Spokane, WA 19
- Philadelphia, PA 18
- Boise, ID 18
- St. Louis, MO 17
- Littleton, CO 17
- Charlotte, NC 16
- Nashville, TN 16
Browse cat groomers by state
- Alabama105
- Alaska27
- Arizona163
- Arkansas74
- California144
- Colorado144
- Connecticut75
- Delaware31
- Florida77
- Georgia110
- Hawaii29
- Idaho59
- Illinois174
- Indiana118
- Iowa89
- Kansas70
- Kentucky78
- Louisiana45
- Maine48
- Maryland92
- Massachusetts132
- Michigan113
- Minnesota85
- Mississippi42
- Missouri123
- Montana47
- Nebraska48
- Nevada101
- New Hampshire78
- New Jersey149
- New Mexico41
- New York158
- North Carolina162
- North Dakota32
- Ohio163
- Oklahoma86
- Oregon124
- Pennsylvania179
- Rhode Island54
- South Carolina104
- South Dakota38
- Tennessee122
- Texas219
- Utah130
- Vermont27
- Virginia184
- Washington205
- Washington DC3
- West Virginia30
- Wisconsin151
- Wyoming33
Cat grooming: common questions
- Do dog groomers groom cats?
- Many do. Cat grooming is usually offered by dog grooming salons and mobile groomers rather than cat-only businesses. USA Dog Grooming lists 4,915 groomers across all 50 states and DC whose services include cats; each listing shows its Google rating, services and contact details.
- How often should a cat be groomed?
- Short-haired cats mostly groom themselves and need an occasional nail trim and brush. Long-haired breeds such as Persians, Ragdolls and Maine Coons benefit from professional grooming every six to eight weeks to stay ahead of matting. Older or overweight cats that can no longer reach their back often need help as well.
- Do groomers sedate cats?
- No. Sedation is a veterinary procedure. Groomers rely on gentle handling, short sessions and quiet rooms, and will decline a cat that cannot be groomed safely while awake. If your cat needs sedation, ask your vet, since many clinics groom under supervision.
- What is a lion cut?
- A close clip of the body that leaves the head, lower legs and the tip of the tail. It removes matting in one session and is common for long-haired cats that are no longer grooming themselves, or in hot climates.
- Is cat grooming more expensive than dog grooming?
- Often a little, for a comparable size, because cats take more handling per minute and fewer groomers offer it. Prices are set by each business, so check its page or call ahead.
- How do I find a cat groomer near me?
- Use the search box on this page, or tap the location button to see groomers that groom cats within 25 miles sorted by distance. You can also browse by state below, then by city; every city page lists its cat groomers with ratings and contact details.
Groom cats?
While this site primarily focuses on dog grooming businesses, if you offer cat grooming too, we’d love to know! Claim your listing for free and add cat grooming to your services so cat owners can find you, or add your business if it is not listed yet.