Mobile In-Home Dog Grooming
Our professional grooming appointments are completed in the comfort and safety of your home
We simply require access to a tub or shower and we bring and do the rest including clean up
Hours: Monday/Wednesday/Thursday 8am – 8pm, Tuesday/Friday 8am – 4pm, Weekends 9am – 5pm | Service Area: Calgary and outlying communities for a fee
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Benefits of In-Home Grooming:
Familiar surroundings and car and kennel free service provides a safe and reassuring grooming environment for all dogs
Eliminates physical and mental stress for your dog
Personalized one on one attention and quality care given to each dog
Special attention given to special needs pets
No cage confinement
No exposure to other animals
No car sickness or dirty pets riding in your car
Services performed in a familiar & safe environment
Same groomer each visit to encourage bonding and trust with your dog
Eliminates inconvenient grooming shop drop-offs and pick-ups
Eliminates long stays at the grooming shop
Compassionate groomers and salon results
We clean up so you won’t even know we were there!
How to prepare for Mobile In-Home Dog Grooming Services
All bookings are done online through our client portal. If you are new to our services, please read this page in full.
What we require:
A decluttered and clean grooming space (preferably not carpeted)
Access to a 3-prong electrical outlet
A few minutes to set up. Once set up, bring your dog to us just as if you’re walking into a salon
Ensure your review our In-Home Groom Policies and Standards below
Registration through our client portal: https://www.timetopet.com/portal/tinkletimepetservices/create-account
Credit Card on File
We recommend you download the Time To Pet App for appointment confirmation and communication purposes
If Bathing:
Use of a tub, shower or sink
Double coated or designer/hybrid breeds greater than 30lbs require a detachable shower head
We appreciate if you leave out “dog towels” for the groom
Mobile In-Home Dog Grooming Services
Prices include: Calgary’s Best In-Home One on One Grooming Experience, Travel, Set Up and Take Down Times
Full Groom – Bath and Clipping
Includes Bath, Blow Dry, Brush Out, Clipping, Scissor Face, Paws, Ears, And Tail, Ear Cleaning, Nail Trim.
Breeds suited for this service are: Labradoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, Shih Tzu.
Includes Bath, Blow Dry, Brush Out, Tidy up the Face, Paws, Belly, And Bum. Ear Cleaning, Nail Trim.
Breeds suited for this service are: Golden Retriever, Border Collie, Pomeranian.
Includes Bath, Blow Dry, Brush Out, Ear Cleaning, Nail Trim.
Breeds suited for this service are: Husky, Pomsky, Shiba-Inu, Malamute
Includes Bath, Blow Dry, Brush Out, Ear Cleaning, Nail Trim.
Breeds suited for this service are: French Bull Dogs, Boston Terrier, Boxer.
Designed specifically for puppies under 6 months of age and for those dogs who are new to grooming! Trial runs allow your pup or adult dog to build confidence, become accustomed to being groomed and develop a trusting relationship with our groomers.
Not ready for a full groom or a bath? No problem. We offer a wide variety of touch up services to tidy up your doggo’s look! Paw, face, and sanitary tidy ups along with nail care can be booked combined or individually. These services are for those dogs comfortable with the grooming process.
Nail Trims and More
Nail Trims
$30
Subsequent Dogs – $15 each
Nail Dremel
$35
Subsequent Dogs – $20 each
Additional Considerations
- Prices may vary depending on coat condition, style of cut and dog’s behavior
- Outside of city limits travel fees vary $25 – $40 depending on location
In-Home Grooming Policies and Standards:
PLEASE READ IN FULL
We provide you with a 2 – 3 hour window of arrival time. Your estimated arrival window is noted in your booking as the start time. All communications from our groomer will be through the Time To Pet Portal.
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If your pet is uncomfortable and needs the groom to stop, we will stop for the day and come back at your convenience. The safety and stress level of the animal is of the utmost importance. The client will be invoiced for the length of time we were able to complete in the session.
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If required, a muzzle is the responsibility of the pet owner to purchase.
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A $30 assessment fee will apply if the grooming service was unable to be conducted to the dog’s high fear, anxiety, stress level or signs of serious neglect. Groomers discretion.
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Payment is due immediately following your appointment. Credit Card is our preferred form of payment (exceptions considered). Gratuities can be added to the total or in cash.
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If bathing, we require the use of your bathtub, shower or sink and it should be equipped with a detachable head. If you do not currently have a detachable head, we cannot always guarantee results.
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Ensure the facilities we will be using in your home are working and operational. If not, we may need to reschedule or cancel your pets groom.
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Ensure the address on file is accurate. If not, we will charge a no show fee and will have to reschedule your appointment.
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Ensure your booking is accurate for the number of dogs being groomed and their details are completed in full.
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Additional fees may apply for the following: no show fee at groomers discretion (up to 100% of the cost of the groom), travel outside our service area $25-$40, parking fees (rate of street parking), clean up fees.
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Cancellation Policy. We require 24 hours notice to cancel an appointment. If a cancellation is requested within 24 hours, we will charge a cancellation fee up to 100% of the services requested and a deposit may be required to book your next groom.
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We have a zero tolerance for foul language or abuse and if the groomer feels uncomfortable reserves the right to refuse service and leave.
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Due to the nature of routing mobile services, we may require a slight change in appointment times to ensure efficiency. You will be notified of any changes in advance.
Additional Tinkle Time Services
- Potty Break & Walk: https://tinkletime.ca/potty-breaks/
- Pet Sitting: https://tinkletime.ca/twinkle-overnight-pet-sitting/
- Pack Walks: https://tinkletime.ca/south-calgary-pack-walks/