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  • Professional Dog Groomers

  • Easy to Schedule

  • Basic and Full Groom Options

  • Located across from NKU

  • Serving Highland Heights, Cold Springs, Fort Thomas, and Surrounding Areas

Looking for dependable dog grooming in Highland Heights, KY? At PetWow, our grooming team provides professional care for dogs of all sizes, coat types, and temperaments. Conveniently located across from Northern Kentucky University, our Highland Heights location has been serving pets and pet owners in Northern Kentucky since 1971.

Whether your dog needs a routine bath and brush-out, a full haircut, nail care, or help with a difficult coat, our goal is to make grooming easier for both you and your dog. We focus on comfort, cleanliness, communication, and giving you a grooming experience you can feel good about.

Our Dog Grooming Services

At PetWow in Highland Heights, we offer dog grooming options designed to fit your pet’s coat, comfort level, and grooming needs.

Our dog grooming services include:

• Basic Grooming
• Full Grooming
• Nail care
• Ear cleaning
• Anal gland expression
• De-shedding treatments (add-on)
• Sedated grooming when needed and medically appropriate

If your dog is over 10 years old, we require a consultation with one of our veterinarians before grooming to determine whether grooming is safe for your pet.

Basic Groom vs. Full Groom

Basic Groom

A basic groom is a great option for routine maintenance and helping your dog stay clean between haircuts.

Basic grooming includes:

• ✅ Bath
• ✅ Brush
• ✅ Blow dry
• ✅ Nail trim
• ✅ Ear cleaning
• ✅ Anal gland expression
• ❌ No haircut


Full Groom

A full groom includes everything in a basic groom, plus a professional haircut based on your dog’s breed, coat type, and your preferences.

Full grooming includes:

• ✅ Bath
• ✅ Brush
• ✅ Blow dry
• ✅ Nail trim
• ✅ Ear cleaning
• ✅ Anal gland expression
• ✅ Professional haircut

Which Groom Is Right for Your Dog?

Not sure whether your dog needs a basic groom or a full groom? Our team can help you decide.

A basic groom is often best for short-haired dogs, dogs who need routine upkeep, or dogs who simply need a clean refresh.

A full groom is usually better for long-haired breeds, curly-coated dogs, double-coated dogs, or pets who need shaping, trimming, or a complete haircut.

We’ll talk through your goals when you schedule your appointment so you can have a better idea of which level of grooming your dog needs.

Add-On Grooming Services

To help maintain your dog’s coat, skin, and overall comfort, we offer grooming add-ons that can be included with your dog’s appointment.

Available add-ons may include:

• Nail grinding
• De-shedding treatments
• Specialty shampoos
• Additional coat care treatments

These add-ons can be especially helpful for dogs who shed heavily, have sensitive skin, or need extra coat maintenance.

Sedated Dog Grooming?

Some dogs struggle with grooming because of anxiety, sensitivity, matting, pain, age, or past experiences. In certain cases, sedated grooming may be recommended to help keep the grooming process safe and comfortable.

Because PetWow is also a veterinary practice, our team can offer vet-supervised sedation when appropriate. This is not used casually or automatically — it is considered only when needed and with your pet’s safety in mind.

If you think your dog may need sedation for grooming, our team can discuss the process, safety considerations, and whether it may be the right option.

What to Expect at Your Dog’s Grooming Appointment

Our Highland Heights grooming appointments are designed to make the process simple and predictable.

Here’s what a typical grooming visit looks like:

  1. ✅Drop off your dog during the morning drop-off window (7AM-9AM).
  2. ✅Our team reviews your grooming notes and confirms what you would like done.
  3. ✅You go enjoy your day!
  4. ✅Meanwhile, your dog is groomed by our professional grooming team.
  5. ✅We call you as soon as your dog’s groom is complete.
  6. ✅You pick up your dog at your convenience before closing.

For returning grooming clients, the process is even easier because we keep notes on your preferred haircut and grooming style. If you ever want something changed, just let us know at drop-off.

Rabies vaccine note: All dogs groomed at PetWow must be current on their rabies vaccine. This is both a legal requirement and an important safety measure for our team. If your dog is not up to date, our veterinary team may be able to update the vaccine for an additional charge.

Why Choose PetWow for Dog Grooming?

Choosing the right groomer matters. At PetWow in Highland Heights, we combine professional grooming with the added support of an established veterinary practice.

Pet owners choose us because:

• We have served Northern Kentucky pets since 1971
• Our Highland Heights location is conveniently located across from NKU
• We offer basic and full grooming options
• Our team works with a wide range of coat types and temperaments
• Sedated grooming may be available when medically appropriate
• Veterinary care and grooming are available under one roof
• We focus on making pet care easier, clearer, and less stressful

Our goal is simple: help your dog feel better, look better, and have a grooming experience that works for your family.

Why Choose PetWow for Dog Grooming?

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Find out all the services we offer at the Highland Heights location.

FAQs

Please bring proof of your dog’s rabies vaccine so we can add it to our system. If your dog is already a PetWow veterinary client and is up to date on rabies, we may already have that information. Other than that, we just need your instructions for the groom or haircut you would like.

Grooming timing can vary based on the day, your dog’s coat, and the services requested. In most cases, we ask for 4-6 hours so our grooming team has enough time to care for each pet properly. We will call you as soon as your dog is finished.

Yes. Our grooming team can provide many different haircut styles and will work hard to give your dog the look you want.

Matting is common, especially in curly-coated and long-haired dogs. We will evaluate the matting and communicate with you about the safest and most comfortable approach. In some cases, severe matting may require shaving or sedated grooming.

Pricing depends on your dog’s size, coat condition, services requested, and whether any add-ons or sedation are needed. Our customer care team can provide a quote before booking so you know what to expect.

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Here’s What Pet-Parents are Saying About Our Dog Grooming!

Petwow employees were all very friendly. First time I have had my dog, Max, professionally groomed. I was nervous due to him being sedated but I am very pleased with the services I have received.

Katherine S., Google Review

Great place! I take my dog to be groomed. They are very attentive and take good care of my dog.

Aracely R., Google Review

We enjoy Pet Wow – communication is great and they take great care of our pups. Love that you have a grooming service for my nervous Golden Doodle! Everyone is thoughtful and caring so we are very happy. Friendly staff!

Jennifer G., Google Review

My dog came in looking a mess. When she left it was like a whole new dog. She was happy and I was so thrilled with everything! Everyone was extremely nice from check-in to check out. This is the first time my dog has left a groomer and seemed happy. Your kindness and caring was exceptional!

Gina H., Google Review

I want to tell you that you were awesome with grooming my 6 months old shitzu. He came home relaxed and beautiful. Will never take him to anyone else. Thank you so very much for the love and gentle care.

Tina B., Google Review

We always feel good about leaving our dog with the team at Pet Wow. Their vet care and grooming services are top notch and We love Dr Stamper!

Katie C., Google Review
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We proudly provide dog grooming in Highland Heights, KY and nearby Northern Kentucky communities. Conveniently located across from Northern Kentucky University, PetWow has been helping local pets look and feel their best since 1971.