Wag & Bristle
FAQ

Sniffing out the answers.

Grooming, daycare, boarding, vaccinations and that very real webcam — sorted before you call.

Pricing

  • Grooming price depends on your pet’s size, coat type and the style you choose. A bath & brush starts around $40 and a full groom around $64; bigger or long-coated pets cost more. Our booking tool gives you a live estimate, and you always get the final number at check-in before we start.

Grooming

  • A bath & brush is usually 1–2 hours; a full groom is 2–4 hours depending on size, coat and how many friends your pup wants to make. We never rush — we groom in calm, low-stress sessions with play and potty breaks.

  • For quick services like nail trims and the Nails & Teeth Express, yes — Tuesday through Thursday. Full grooms, daycare and boarding need a booking so we can give your pet the time and attention they deserve.

  • We humanely work out light mats, but heavy matting can hurt your pet and may mean a shorter cut for their comfort and safety — never de-matting that causes pain. We’ll always show you and talk it through first. Mat removal is billed by time.

  • Most dogs do well with a full groom every 6–8 weeks and a bath in between. Double-coated breeds benefit from a de-shed every 6–8 weeks in shedding season. We’ll suggest a rhythm that fits your pet’s coat.

Puppies

  • As soon as they’re fully vaccinated — usually around 12–16 weeks. Early, gentle “puppy first groom” visits build a lifetime of happy, stress-free spa days. We keep them short, sweet and full of treats.

Daycare

  • Yes — every daycare and boarding dog does a free meet-and-greet so we can see how they play and match them to the right group by size and temperament. It keeps every pup safe and having fun.

  • Yes, the meet-and-greet temperament check is completely free. It usually takes a couple of hours so we can watch your dog settle in and play.

  • In a real deployment, yes — we’d stream live HD from each play yard and boarding suite so you can check in any time. In this template the cam is a friendly demo.

Policies

  • Dogs need current rabies, DHPP and Bordetella (kennel cough); cats need rabies and FVRCP. Canine influenza is strongly recommended for daycare and boarding. Upload records once and we’ll keep them on file.

Boarding

  • Absolutely — familiar smells help pets settle. We can’t guarantee belongings against happy wear, so leave irreplaceables at home. Please bring your pet’s own food to avoid tummy upset.

  • Yes. We administer oral and topical medications for a small daily fee, following your written instructions. Let us know about injections (like insulin) ahead of time so we can plan.

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