Services and pricing
DOG GROOMING SHAPED AROUND YOUR DOG’S COAT
Every service at The Fur Boutique is carried out one-to-one in a quiet home salon in Beckenham. Rather than a fixed price list, each dog receives an individual quotation, because the work involved depends on the coat in front of us.
Illustrative photograph, not salon work
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FULL GROOM
The complete appointment for dogs that need a haircut or style. A pre-groom check of skin and coat, bath with a shampoo chosen for the coat, a thorough low-stress dry, full brush-out, then clipping and hand scissoring to the agreed style. Nails, ears and hygiene areas are included.
Often suits: Poodles and poodle crosses, schnauzers, bichons, shih tzus, cocker spaniels, terriers and other coats that keep growing.
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BATH, DRY AND TIDY
For coats in good condition, or for dogs between full grooms. A bath, careful dry and brush-out, followed by a neat tidy of the feet, face, eyes and hygiene areas. No full restyle.
Often suits: Short and double coats, and longer coats that are well maintained at home.
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DESHEDDING AND UNDERCOAT CARE
For double-coated breeds that shed heavily. Loose undercoat is removed through washing, drying and patient brushing, leaving the top coat intact. Double coats are generally not shaved, because this can affect how the coat grows back and protects the skin.
Often suits: Retrievers, huskies, collies, German shepherds and similar coats.
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PUPPY INTRODUCTION
Short, positive sessions that teach a young dog about the table, the sound of the dryer, having paws handled and a gentle face tidy. The aim is confidence, not a finished haircut.
Often suits: Puppies once their vaccinations are complete, as advised by your vet.
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NAILS AND MAINTENANCE
Nail trims, paw pad trims and face tidies to keep dogs comfortable between grooms. Short visits that also keep handling familiar.
Often suits: Any dog, particularly those with fast-growing nails or hair that covers the eyes.
Photographs are illustrative and are not examples of The Fur Boutique’s own work.
How pricing works
WHY WE QUOTE INSTEAD OF PUBLISHING PRICES
Two dogs of the same breed can arrive with completely different coats. One has been brushed every evening; the other has lived through a muddy winter. Charging both the same would mean either overcharging one owner or rushing the other dog. So instead, your quotation is based on six honest factors, explained to you before any work begins. If we find something unexpected on the day, such as hidden matting close to the skin, we will stop and speak to you before going further.
BREED AND SIZE
A miniature dachshund and a standard poodle take very different amounts of time, product and drying.
COAT TYPE
Wool, wire, silk, double and smooth coats all need different tools and techniques.
COAT CONDITION
Tangles and matting add time and, in some cases, change what is kind and possible.
STYLE REQUESTED
A short all-over clip is quicker than a fully hand-scissored breed or teddy style.
TEMPERAMENT
Nervous or older dogs may need breaks. That time is built in rather than rushed.
TIME SINCE LAST GROOM
Regular appointments keep coats manageable, which usually keeps grooms shorter.
WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR ENQUIRY
Your dog’s breed or cross, approximate age and size, when they were last groomed, the condition of the coat today, and anything about their health or temperament we should know. A recent photo shared later over WhatsApp can help too. For a wider view of what affects grooming costs, read how much dog grooming costs.
A NOTE ON MATTED COATS
Mats pull on the skin, trap moisture and can hide soreness. Brushing out severe matting can take hours and hurt. Where that is the case, the kinder decision is often to clip the coat short and begin again with a regular routine. We will always explain why, and agree it with you first. Comfort comes before appearance, every time.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR DOG
Every quote starts with a conversation about breed, coat and temperament. Send an enquiry and we will come back to you personally.