Full groom
Bath, blow-dry, full haircut in the style you want, nails, ears and hygiene areas.
from £42 · 1½–4 hrs
Calm dog grooming on Cold Bath Road
From scruffy to fluffy, one calm dog at a time.
No cages, no conveyor belt, no barking line-up. Just your dog, Dan, a quiet salon and as many biscuit breaks as it takes. Harrogate's grooming salon for dogs who'd rather not be at the groomer's.
4.9 from 127 Google reviews
by owners (and their very clean dogs)
by owners (and their very clean dogs)
- City & Guilds Level 3Qualified groomer
- One dog at a timeNo cages, ever
- Canine first aidCertified & refreshed yearly
- 4.9 out of 5 on Google127 reviews
- Fully insuredCare, custody & control
What a groom looks like
Watch a scruff become a fluff
A couple of calm hours on Dan's table, in four steps: mud out, fluff up, eyes found, bow on.
- BathWarm water and a proper scrub. Goodbye, mystery mud.
- DryWhisper-quiet dryer, or towels for dryer-haters.
- TrimScissored to the style you want. Eyes: located.
- BowOptional, but strongly recommended by the dog.
Services & prices
Honest prices, no surprise extras
Every groom includes a nose-to-tail health check, ear clean, nail trim and a bandana (optional – some dogs have standards). You'll know the price before we pick up the scissors.
Bath & tidy
Deep-clean bath, de-shed, blow-dry, face, feet and bottom tidied. Perfect between full grooms.
from £30 · 1–2 hrs
Puppy introduction
For pups 12 weeks to 6 months. A gentle wash, face and feet tidy, and lots of praise. Building confidence for life.
£25 · 45 min
Nail clip
Quick, calm nail trim and file in about 15 minutes. Walk-ins welcome Saturday mornings.
£10 · 15 min| Service | ToyChihuahua, Yorkie | SmallShih Tzu, Westie | MediumCockapoo, Springer | LargeLabradoodle, Golden | GiantBernese, Newfie |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full groomBath, cut, nails, ears | £42–48 | £48–56 | £56–66 | £66–80 | £82–100 |
| Bath & tidyBath, de-shed, face, feet, bottom | £30–34 | £34–38 | £40–46 | £48–56 | £58–70 |
| Puppy introduction12 weeks – 6 months | £25 any size | ||||
| Nail clip & fileWalk-ins Sat 8–10am | £10 any size | ||||
Matted coat +£10Hand-stripping quotedTeeth brushing £5Oatmeal sensitive-skin shampoo freeBlueberry facial £6Paw balm £4
Prices depend on coat type and condition – doodles and double coats sit at the top of the range. Not sure? Try the price calculator.
Price calculator
What will your dog's groom cost?
Pick a size, or search for the breed and we'll work out size and coat for you. Thirty seconds, no email address required.
"I'm only here for the biscuits." – Pickle, Pomeranian, 4th visit
Nervous dogs welcome
Worried your dog hates the groomer's?
Most dogs don't hate grooming – they hate noise, waiting in cages and being rushed. So we took all three out. About a third of our regulars arrived as "difficult". Now they pull their owners through the door.
A free sniff-and-say-hello
Pop in for 10 minutes before the first groom. No clippers, just treats and a look around.
Only your dog in the salon
No other dogs barking, no cages, no waiting. The door is locked while we work.
Quiet tools, low-stress handling
Whisper-quiet dryer, towel drying for dryer-haters, and we work at their pace, not the clock's.
Photo updates by text
Proof they're fine (usually snoring on the table) so you can enjoy your coffee.
Our promise: if your dog is genuinely distressed, we stop, call you, and charge only for what's done. A half-finished groom on a happy dog beats a perfect one on a frightened dog.
Meet the groomer
Hi, I'm Dan. I talk to dogs. They mostly listen.
I spent eight years as a veterinary care assistant before swapping the surgery for scissors. That's where I learned the thing that shapes everything here: a scared dog can't be rushed, and shouldn't be.
I opened Scruffs to Fluffs in 2019 so I could groom the way I always wanted to – one dog at a time, properly, with the time to do it well. I've got a rescue lurcher called Mabel who supervises from her bed and judges everyone's haircut.
- City & Guilds Level 3Diploma for Professional Dog Groomers
- Canine first aidCertified, refreshed every year
- Low-stress handlingCanine behaviour CPD, 2023
- 2,800+ groomsAnd only two bites. Both from the same Jack Russell.
– Dan Whitley, owner & groomer
Fresh from the salon
Recently fluffed
A few of this month's regulars, photographed with permission (theirs and their owners'). Tap any photo to see it larger.
Scruffs to Fluffs
Good Dog Club
No. 0417
No. 0417
Every 6th groom is half price
Member: BiscuitStamps never expire
The Good Dog Club
Loyalty, but make it waggy
No plastic card to lose down the back of the sofa. Your dog's stamp card lives on our booking system and we text you the tally after each visit.
- A stamp for every full groom or bath & tidy
- Your 6th groom is half price – automatically
- Multi-dog households share one card (so it fills twice as fast)
- Birthday month? Free blueberry facial and a pup-cake
From the owners
Reviewed by humans, approved by dogs
"Biscuit used to shake in the car park of our old groomer. Dan did two sniff visits before his first proper groom and now he drags me in. Came out looking like a cloud."
Hannah & BiscuitCockapoo · Pannal
"Winnie's coat was badly matted after I'd been in hospital. No lecture, just a kind chat about a shorter cut and a plan to grow it back. She's never looked happier."
Margaret & WinnieShih Tzu · Knaresborough
"I get photo updates mid-groom which is ridiculous and I love it. Otto is 13, a bit wobbly and deaf, and they let him lie down for the whole thing."
James & OttoBorder terrier · Starbeck
"Took our 14-week-old for the puppy intro. Fifteen minutes in he was asleep on the table. Gave us tips on brushing at home too, which actually worked."
Priya & MossCavapoo puppy · Bilton
"Two big hairy dogs, one very muddy weekend. Online booking took a minute, the price matched the calculator to the pound, and the house smells nice again."
Tom & Bramble & JunoGolden retrievers · Killinghall
"Pip won't let anyone touch her feet, including us. Dan did her nails in under ten minutes with a lick-mat of peanut butter. I nearly cried."
Sophie & PipMiniature dachshund · Ripon
4.9 / 5 on Google127 reviews91% of dogs rebook within 10 weeks
Aftercare tips
Keep the fluff fluffy between visits
Five minutes a few times a week saves your dog hours on the table (and saves you the de-matting fee).
Brush down to the skin
Use a slicker brush, then check with a metal comb. If the comb snags, you've found a knot. Behind the ears and armpits matt first.
No bath for a week
We've used skin-friendly products – let the natural oils settle. Muddy paws? Just rinse the legs and towel dry.
Mind the sun on short cuts
A freshly clipped coat lets more sun through. Pale and pink-skinned dogs may need pet-safe sun cream on summer walks.
Check ears weekly
A quick sniff and look. Redness, a yeasty smell or lots of head-shaking is worth a vet visit – spaniels and doodles especially.
Handle paws for treats
Touch a paw, give a treat. Do it daily and nail clips become no big deal. We'll show you how at pick-up.
Rebook before you leave
Curly coats need us every 6–8 weeks. Book at pick-up and you'll get the slot you want, not the one that's left.
Book online
Book a groom in two minutes
Because we groom one dog at a time there are only a handful of slots each day. Pick one below – no payment needed now.
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FAQ
Questions owners actually ask
How often should my dog be groomed?
Curly and doodle coats (poodles, cockapoos, bichons): every 6–8 weeks, or they'll matt. Long, silky coats (Shih Tzus, spaniels): every 6–10 weeks. Double coats (huskies, Pomeranians, retrievers): a bath and de-shed every 8–12 weeks, especially in spring and autumn. Smooth coats: as often as they roll in fox poo.
Do you need proof of vaccinations?
Yes – we ask every dog to be up to date with their core vaccinations, and kennel cough is strongly recommended. Puppies can come for their puppy introduction once their first course is complete. Bring the card on your first visit; we'll note it and won't ask again until it's due.
What's your policy on matted coats?
Humanity before vanity. Light knots we'll brush out (that's the +£10). If matting is tight to the skin, brushing it out hurts, so we'll call you and recommend a short clip-off instead. The coat grows back in 6–8 weeks and we'll show you how to keep on top of it. We never make anyone feel guilty – life happens.
How long will my dog be with you?
Usually 1½ to 3 hours for a full groom, depending on size and coat. We text you when they're nearly done so they're not waiting around. The price calculator gives a time estimate too.
Can I stay with my dog?
For puppy introductions, yes please. For full grooms, most dogs settle better once their owner leaves (they behave differently when you're there – sorry!). For very anxious dogs we'll agree a plan together.
My dog is old / arthritic / has a health condition. Can you help?
Absolutely – older dogs are some of our favourite clients. We use a non-slip mat, let them sit or lie down, take breaks and skip anything uncomfortable. Please tell us about any conditions in the booking notes.
What if I need to cancel?
Free to move or cancel up to 48 hours before. With less notice we charge 50%, because with one dog a day per slot we usually can't fill it. Illness is always forgiven – just let us know.
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Scruffs to Fluffs
14 Cold Bath Road
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
HG2 0NA
01632 960 639
woof@scruffstofluffs-example.co.uk
Two free drop-off spaces right outside. Five minutes' walk from the Valley Gardens – handy for a pre-groom wee.
Ready for the fluff?
One dog at a time means only a handful of slots each day. Pick yours now – no payment needed, and the biscuits are on us.