FAQ's & Pet Size Guide

Pet Size Guide

When booking, please ensure you select the correct category, as size classifications for grooming may differ from breed standards.
We, unfortunately, don’t have the facilities to cater to large dogs.

Thank you for your understanding!

FAQ's

If your question isn’t answered here, feel free to contact us!

How do I book?

While we can take bookings over the phone and email, the quickest way to secure a time and day that suits you is by booking online.

You will receive a reminder message the day before your booking, along with a confirmation email that has a link that will allow you to easily change or cancel your appointment if something comes up.

Before booking with Cooly Pet Spa, you’ll need to review and agree to the cancellation policy.

The grooming process typically takes 2-3 hours, depending on your dog’s coat condition and temperament.

We will provide an estimated time frame for when your dog will be ready and will send you a text message as soon as they are ready to be picked up

The grooming schedule for your dog depends on their coat type, the length of their haircut, and how well you maintain their coat at home. 

For short clips, grooming every 6-8 weeks is usually sufficient. If you prefer a longer clip, more frequent maintenance is needed, so we recommend grooming every 4-6 weeks. 

Alternating a ‘Hygiene Tidy’ or ‘Bath & Blow Dry’ helps to achieve the fluffy longer length “Teddy Bear” style.

Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate medium to large dogs in our small salon.

If you book an appointment for a dog over 15kg and bring them in, we will have to refuse service and require full payment for the appointment.

After bringing your puppy home, it’s important to start desensitizing them to grooming. This can be achieved by gently brushing and touching their face and feet to help get used to handling.

We can schedule their first professional groom any time after they’ve had their third and final vaccine, typically around 16 weeks old.

For a gentle introduction, we recommend booking a ‘Puppy Tidy’ appointment for their first grooming experience.

We do not use cages in the salon, but if you’re concerned about your dog interacting with others, please let us know.

We prioritize your dog’s comfort over appearance when it comes to matting. Brushing out matts can be painful, especially if your dog isn’t used to regular brushing or combing at home.

Upon arrival, we will assess your dog’s coat and recommend the best approach to ensure their comfort.

Dematting fees may apply.

For the safety of all the dogs in the salon, your dog must be up to date with all vaccinations, as well as worming, flea, and tick treatments.

We do not offer clipping and all-over hand scissoring of double coated breeds. This is due to risks such as irreversible coat damage, clipper alopecia and bald spots.

We recommend a De-Shed and Tidy of the pants, feet and hygiene areas. 

Unfortunately, No. We operate as a one-on-one service and like to keep the salon as quiet and calm as possible.

We will send a message when your dog is ready to be picked up. 

We understand that being away from your pup in a new environment can feel difficult. However, we’ve found that dogs behave best when their owners are not present.

Having you stay can be distracting for both the dog and groomer, and may also pose a safety risk, especially when sharp tools such as scissors are being used near sensitive areas.

If you arrive late, it may impact the rest of the day’s appointments. To ensure we don’t have to rush clients following your session, we may need to adjust your service depending on the remaining time. For example, we could offer a hygiene appointment or bath and blow dry, based on how late you arrive. Late fees may also apply.

Please note that you will still be charged for the originally booked appointment, and if you need a full haircut, you will have to schedule it for another day.

Cancelling appointments online is quick and simple! You’ll find the cancellation link in your confirmation email. Alternatively, call or text the salon on 0403667188 within 24 hours of your appointment.

Before booking with Cooly Pet Spa, you’ll need to review and agree to the cancellation policy. Please note that same-day cancellations will incur a $50 fee.

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