Groomers give quotes when a new client calls or messages with a photo, when a dog has a heavily matted or overgrown coat, or when the job is outside the normal menu, such as a mobile visit to a multi-dog household. Owners often compare your price to other local groomers, so the quote should say what is included and what could change the price.
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These drive the price, and coat condition is the main reason final bills differ from quotes.
State whether bath, blow dry, haircut, nail trim, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression are included so owners know what the base price covers.
Explain that matting is charged extra and that severe matting may require a shave-down, so the owner is not surprised.
A breed-standard cut and a detailed scissor style take different amounts of time, and a written style prevents arguments about the result.
Listing de-shedding, teeth brushing, and special shampoos with prices makes it easy for owners to say yes before the groom starts.
Owners need to know how long the dog will be with you, and it sets expectations for late pickup fees.
Requiring current rabies proof and disclosing behavior surcharges and cancellation fees in the quote avoids problems later.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Full groom, small dog (under 25 lbs) | per appointment | $55-100 |
| Full groom, medium dog (25-50 lbs) | per appointment | $70-120 |
| Full groom, large dog (over 50 lbs) | per appointment | $90-160 |
| Bath and brush only | per appointment | $35-90 |
| Nail trim | per visit | $12-25 |
| De-shedding treatment | per add-on | $15-45 |
| Dematting | per 15 minutes | $10-25 |
| Mobile grooming trip fee | flat fee | $10-30 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
If you have not seen the dog, give a price range with a clear final price after the coat is assessed at drop-off. Photos help, but they miss mats close to the skin.
For senior, nervous, or heavily matted dogs, estimate the hours and set a price that covers breaks and slower work. Do not discount these jobs to match a standard groom.
New clients often have dogs who have not been groomed in months. Book a longer slot, quote higher, and show that regular visits cost less by listing the maintenance price.
Offer a quote for a single groom alongside a four or six visit package with a modest discount. Owners with regular schedules often choose the package, which gives you prepaid income.
Yes, if the quote says the price depends on coat condition and behavior. Contact the owner before adding charges and note their approval. Without that language and approval, expect pushback.
Most groomers do not charge for a quick phone or photo estimate. For on-site visits, such as a mobile groomer assessing a multi-pet household or a specialty groom, a small consultation fee applied to the first service is reasonable.
Thirty days is common. A dog's coat can change quickly, so a quote given months earlier may not match the current condition, and you should reassess at drop-off.
Not for most regular grooms, but a deposit is reasonable for large dogs, long specialty sessions, or holiday slots. State the amount and whether it is refundable in the quote.
Use the Pet Groomer invoice template to bill the client, or convert this estimate once it's approved.
Pet Groomer invoice template