Dog Grooming Prices Guide: What to Expect in the Westchester Area

Dog grooming prices in Westchester and Fairfield County are higher than the national average. That's not a surprise if you live here. Rent is expensive. Good groomers are in demand. And your doodle's coat isn't going to brush itself.

The biggest factor in grooming cost is your dog's size. A 10-pound Shih Tzu takes 45 minutes to an hour. A 90-pound Golden Retriever takes two hours or more, uses more shampoo, more water, more time with the dryer, and more of the groomer's physical energy. Breed matters too. Poodles, doodles, and any dog with a curly or double coat costs more because the work is more involved.

Here's what you should actually expect to pay in 2026 at salons across the area. These ranges cover everything from a no-frills neighborhood groomer to a higher-end salon in a town like Scarsdale or Westport.

If you own a Goldendoodle, Labradoodle, Bernedoodle, or any poodle mix, you already know grooming isn't cheap. These breeds have thick, curly coats that mat easily and take significantly longer to groom properly. A full groom on a standard-size doodle runs $85 to $130 in most Westchester and Fairfield County salons. An oversized doodle (70+ lbs with a dense coat) can push past $150.

Poodles (standard, miniature, and toy) are in the same boat. They need grooming every 4 to 6 weeks to keep their coats manageable. Skip a session and you're looking at de-matting charges on top of the regular groom price.

Double-coated breeds like Huskies, Samoyeds, and German Shepherds don't need haircuts (and shouldn't be shaved), but they benefit from de-shedding treatments that add $20 to $40 to a bath appointment.

Short-coated breeds like Beagles, Boxers, and Pit Bulls are the most affordable to groom. A bath and nail trim is usually all they need, and it's on the lower end of the price range.

Mobile groomers drive a fully equipped van to your house and groom your dog right in your driveway. It's convenient, stress-free for anxious dogs, and increasingly popular across Westchester and Fairfield County.

The trade-off is price. Expect to pay a $15 to $30 premium over salon prices for the same service. A full groom on a medium dog that would cost $70 at a salon might run $85 to $100 with a mobile groomer.

Mobile groomers also book up fast. Most good ones in the area are booked 2 to 4 weeks out, and around holidays you might be looking at 6 weeks. If you find a mobile groomer you like, get on a recurring schedule so you don't get squeezed out.

A few things to ask before booking: Are they insured? Do they carry their own water supply? What's their cancellation policy? Most mobile groomers charge a cancellation fee ($25 to $50) if you cancel with less than 24 hours notice, since they've blocked out a time slot and driven to your area.