PetSmart Grooming Prices & Packages for 2026
PetSmart grooming prices in 2026 typically run $30 to $85 for a bath and brush, and $45 to $120 for a full groom with a haircut, depending on your dog’s size and coat.
Walk-in nail trims start around $12. Cat grooming starts around $30. Full price list by service and size below.
Last updated: July 2026. Offers and walk-in services verified against PetSmart’s published services pages.
Key Takeaways
- PetSmart grooming prices start around $12 for a walk-in nail trim and reach $120 or more for a full groom on a large, long-coated dog.
- PetSmart doesn’t publish a national price list. Your exact price is quoted by store, breed, size, age, and coat condition.
- Weekend appointments cost more than weekdays at most stores. That’s PetSmart’s own stated policy, not a store-level quirk.
- The Quick Wash walk-in bath is $29.95, first-time customers get $20 off a bath or groom, and seniors and military get 10% off on Tuesdays.
PetSmart Grooming Price List
| Service | Small dog | Large dog | Cat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath & Brush | $30 to $45 | $50 to $85 | $30 to $45 |
| Bath & Full Haircut (full groom) | $45 to $65 | $70 to $120 | $50 to $75 |
| Nail trim (walk-in) | Around $12 | Around $12 | Around $15 |
| Nail grind or PAWdicure | $19 to $22 | $19 to $22 | $19 to $25 |
| Teeth brushing | Around $12 | Around $12 | Around $12 |
| De-shedding treatment | $20 to $35 add-on | $30 to $50 add-on | Varies |
| Flea & tick treatment | From $22 | From $22 | From $22 |
These are typical ranges, not fixed rates. PetSmart states plainly that prices vary by store and may be higher for weekend appointments, so a Saturday full groom can land above the top of these ranges.
PetSmart Dog Grooming Prices by Size
Size is the single biggest factor in what you pay. A bath on a Chihuahua and a bath on a Newfoundland are the same service on paper and nowhere near the same amount of work.
| Weight tier | Bath & Brush | Full Groom |
|---|---|---|
| Small, under 25 lbs | $30 to $45 | $45 to $65 |
| Medium, 25 to 50 lbs | $40 to $55 | $55 to $80 |
| Large, 50 to 90 lbs | $50 to $70 | $70 to $95 |
| Extra large, 90 lbs and up | $60 to $85 | $85 to $120+ |
Coat type moves the number as much as weight does. A 20-pound Shih Tzu with a long, dense coat often costs more than a 40-pound short-coated Beagle, because the work is in the brushing and the scissoring rather than the size of the dog.
What’s Included in a PetSmart Groom
Every bath and groom is built on the same base service, and knowing what’s already included stops you paying twice for things like a nail trim.
Full Grooming
PetSmart’s base services include a bath, blow dry and brush-out, ear cleaning, nail trim, plus paw, pad and sanitary trim. A full groom adds the haircut on top of all of that.
★ Salons require current vaccinations, including rabies, and stylists run a quick health check at drop-off.
★ Sedation isn’t used. For brachycephalic breeds like bulldogs and pugs, express options reduce kennel time instead.
For a step-by-step walkthrough of drop-off, timing and what happens in the salon, see what to expect at a PetSmart dog grooming appointment.
PetSmart Grooming Packages (What Each Includes)
Upgrades sit on top of a bath or full groom. You can’t book them standalone, which catches a lot of people out at the counter.
| Package | Typical price added | What’s included |
|---|---|---|
| Base bath or groom | Included | Bath, blow dry, brush-out, ear cleaning, nail trim, paw and sanitary trim |
| Mid-tier upgrade | $15 to $25 | Premium shampoo, deep conditioning, scented spritz, bandana |
| Top-tier spa upgrade | $25 to $40 | Everything above plus teeth brushing and a specialty coat treatment |
| Express service | $15 to $30 | Uninterrupted groom, minimal kennel time, faster pickup |
| Seasonal special | Varies | Themed shampoo, spritz, bandana, take-home toy, coupon book |
My honest read on the tiers: the mid-tier upgrade earns its money if your dog has dry or itchy skin, because the conditioning treatment does something you’d otherwise pay a vet to advise on. The top tier is mostly presentation, and the take-home toy is not worth $15 to anyone over the age of six.
Express Groom for Senior or Anxious Dogs
Express grooming is an add-on to any bath or groom that keeps your pet in the salon for a shorter, uninterrupted block. It’s built for older dogs and pets that don’t cope with a long stay.
Worth knowing before you book: if you don’t collect within the express window, kenneling may apply and additional fees can follow. Set a pickup alarm.
Discount for Pups
Puppies up to 5 months typically get 30% off adult grooming rates at participating salons.
Beyond the discount, an early first visit is the real value. A puppy that learns the dryer and the table at four months is a faster, calmer groom for the next decade. The American Kennel Club’s puppy care guide covers why that early exposure matters.
PetSmart Nail Trim Price
A dog nail trim at PetSmart starts around $12 as a walk-in service, and a cat nail trim runs around $15. No appointment is needed, and PetSmart lists nail trim and nail grind among its standing walk-in services.
| Nail service | Typical price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Nail trim, dog | Around $12 | Clip only |
| Nail trim, cat | Around $15 | Clip only |
| Nail grind | Around $19 | Clip plus filing for smooth edges |
| PAWdicure | Around $22 | Trim, grind, pad shave, cologne spritz, bandana |
| PAWdicure Plus | Around $26 | PAWdicure plus teeth brushing |
The clip-versus-grind question matters more than the price gap suggests. A clip leaves a sharp edge that catches on furniture and legs. A grind files that edge smooth, which is why the extra $7 is the one nail upgrade I’d actually pay for, especially on a dog that jumps up on people.
Walk-in nail services depend on stylist availability. Mid-morning on a weekday is the reliable window; Saturday afternoon usually is not.
Other A La Carte Services & Add-On Prices
These stack onto any groom, or in most cases can be booked as a walk-in on their own.
- Teeth brushing around $12. A surface clean for breath and light tartar, done by a stylist.
- Ear cleaning around $12, though it’s already included in a base bath or groom.
- Anal gland expression around $12 to $15, offered as an external expression at the salon.
- Dematting and scissoring from $10 per 15-minute block, billed by time.
- Flea and tick treatment from $22 using FRONTLINE Plus, with natural alternatives in states where it isn’t sold.
- De-shedding treatment $20 to $50 depending on size, aimed at heavy shedders.
Don’t confuse salon teeth brushing with a veterinary dental cleaning. The $12 salon service is a surface brush with no anesthesia. A real dental cleaning with scaling below the gumline is a vet procedure that costs several hundred dollars.
If you’re actually researching the vet procedure rather than the salon add-on, we break the numbers down in our guide to PetSmart teeth cleaning costs.
Walk-In Grooming Options
The Quick Wash is $29.95, a 30-minute walk-in bath with a 2-in-1 pH-balanced shampoo and conditioner and a temperature-controlled blow dry. It’s available at select stores only and excludes Doodles and some coat types, so call ahead.
Alongside it, PetSmart runs walk-in nail trims, nail grinds, PAWdicures, teeth brushing, ear cleaning, trimming and dematting. The Touch-up Package at around $30 bundles nail care, ear cleaning, light brushing and cologne.
Cat Grooming at PetSmart
Yes, PetSmart grooms cats, but only at select stores with a cat-certified stylist, and most don’t offer weekend cat appointments. Bath and brush typically runs $30 to $45, a full groom $50 to $75, and a nail trim around $15. Nail caps start around $25 for two paws. Call your store before you drive out, because availability is genuinely patchy.
For the complete breakdown by service, plus which locations take cats and how the handling differs, see our full guide to PetSmart cat grooming prices.
How to Get Your Exact Price in Two Minutes
Here’s the thing most price articles won’t tell you: PetSmart doesn’t publish a national price list, and any site showing you one exact number for a full groom is guessing. Prices are quoted per pet.
- Open PetSmart’s grooming page and select your store.
- Sign in to your Treats Rewards account. Estimated prices don’t display until you do.
- Enter pet type, breed and age. Breed drives the quote more than weight does.
- Compare a weekday slot against a weekend slot before you commit.
The quote you get online is an estimate. Heavy matting found at drop-off can push the final price up, and the stylist will tell you before starting.
How to Save on PetSmart Grooming
Current ways to save
- New Customer Special: $20 off your pet’s first pre-purchased bath or groom, valid 60 days, Treats membership required.
- Senior and military: 10% off grooming services and add-ons, Tuesdays only, with ID.
- Salon Reward Certificates: book a bath or groom in two consecutive months and earn up to two 5,000-point certificates a year.
- Puppy and kitten rates: roughly 30% off adult pricing up to 5 months at participating salons.
- Play and Pamper: 25% off Doggie Day Camp plus 15% off a bath or groom on the same day.
The single biggest saver isn’t a coupon, it’s the day you book. PetSmart states that prices may be higher for weekend appointments, so moving a full groom from Saturday to Tuesday can beat most discounts on its own, and it stacks with the senior and military Tuesday rate.
Seasonal salon specials rotate through the year and usually bundle a themed shampoo, spritz, bandana and coupon book. Check the monthly services offers page before booking, since these change without notice.
If you’re a Treats Rewards member, you earn points on every grooming visit. Stack that with PetSmart coupons and you can realistically drop $10 to $20 off a full groom.
Why Prices Vary by Dog
Factors
- Urban stores may cost more than rural ones.
- Bigger or fluffy breeds cost more.
- Matting or behavior issues add fees.
- Weekend appointments may cost more than weekdays.
Your pet also needs up-to-date vaccinations before the salon will accept them. There’s a 24-hour buffer after shots, so don’t book a groom the same day as a vet visit.
What to Know Before Booking
Arrive with vaccination records and note any allergies or preferences.
Sessions last 1 to 4 hours, so plan pick-up accordingly. If your pet shows stress signs, stylists may pause or suggest alternatives.
Aftercare involves monitoring for irritation, and repeat visits every 4 to 8 weeks keep coats healthy.
PetSmart prioritizes safety with no kennel drying for certain breeds and automatic timer shut-offs. Planning a longer trip instead? Vaccination rules carry over to PetSmart boarding prices and an exit bath is a common add-on there.
How I Keep Grooming Costs Down
I book weekdays, always. That one change beats every coupon I’ve stacked, and it’s the tip nobody gives you because it’s not a promo code. The other thing that makes a real difference is brushing at home between visits. If your dog’s coat is tangle-free at drop-off, the groomer doesn’t bill dematting time, and the session runs faster.
For puppies, use the 30% window while it lasts. Even if your puppy doesn’t need a full groom yet, getting them into the salon early makes them a calmer adult dog, and a calm dog is a cheaper dog to groom for the next ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does PetSmart charge for grooming?
PetSmart charges roughly $30 to $85 for a bath and brush and $45 to $120 for a full groom, depending on your dog’s size and coat. Walk-in nail trims start around $12. Prices vary by store and are often higher on weekends.
How much is a nail trim at PetSmart?
A dog nail trim at PetSmart starts around $12 and a cat nail trim around $15, both as walk-in services with no appointment. A nail grind runs about $19, and the PAWdicure package is around $22.
What is included in PetSmart grooming packages?
Every base bath or groom includes a bath, blow dry and brush-out, ear cleaning, nail trim, and paw, pad and sanitary trim. A full groom adds a haircut. Upgrade tiers add premium shampoo, conditioning treatments and teeth brushing on top.
How much is dog teeth cleaning at PetSmart?
Salon teeth brushing costs around $12 as an add-on or walk-in. That’s a surface clean, not a veterinary dental. An anesthetic dental cleaning with scaling below the gumline is a vet procedure costing several hundred dollars.
Does PetSmart do anal gland expression?
Yes. PetSmart salons perform external anal gland expression, typically around $12 to $15, and it’s included in some full groom packages. Internal expression is a veterinary procedure that salons don’t perform.
How much is a full groom for a large dog?
A full groom for a large dog between 50 and 90 pounds typically costs $70 to $95. Extra large dogs over 90 pounds run $85 to $120 or more. Long or matted coats push the price toward the top of the range.
