Fear-Free Certified  ·  Austin, TX  ·  NDGAA Master Groomer

Spa-Quality Grooming. Vet-Informed Care. Your Dog Deserves Both.

From signature spa baths to breed-true styling and hands-on education, everything at Laurel & Hound starts with your dog's wellbeing — never the clock, never the crowd.

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★ 4.9  ·  600+ verified reviews  ·  Insured & Bonded
Fear-Free Certified
NDGAA Master Groomer
Vet-Reviewed Protocols
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★ 4.9  ·  600+ verified reviews
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A Visit With Us

Three unhurried steps from the moment you walk in.

01 — ARRIVAL

Check In & Consult

Your dog is welcomed by name. We review coat condition, temperament notes, and your preferences before a single tool is lifted — every visit, not just the first.

02 — THE EXPERIENCE

Spa Time

Unhurried, one dog at a time. Vet-reviewed protocols for skin, coat, ears, and nails. Rest breaks built in for anxious or senior dogs. No crating longer than needed.

03 — PICKUP

Debrief & Send-Off

We walk you through anything notable — skin changes, ear health, coat condition — because exceptional care doesn't stop at the door. It follows your dog home.

At Laurel & Hound, grooming is more than a haircut — it's healthcare, comfort, and connection. We work in small numbers, never rushed, with calm hands and clinical attention to the things that matter: skin, coat, ears, nails, and temperament. When you bring your dog to us, you're not booking an appointment. You're joining a standard of care that follows your dog for life.

The Salon

Spa-quality care, tailored to your dog.

Signature Spa Bath

A restorative soak with premium, pH-balanced botanicals, blow-out, nail trim, and ear cleaning. Your dog leaves soft, fresh, and visibly relaxed.

From $65 Pricing scales with size & coat.
Most loved

Breed-Specific Styling

Hand-finished cuts that honor your breed's true silhouette, delivered by groomers who know the standard inside and out.

From $95 Pricing scales with size & coat.

De-Shed Treatment

A deep-conditioning, undercoat-reducing therapy that cuts shedding by up to 90% and leaves the coat gleaming.

From $80 Pricing scales with size & coat.

Puppy's First Groom

A gentle, confidence-building introduction designed to make grooming a lifelong joy, not a fear. Patience included, always.

From $50 Pricing scales with size & coat.
The Academy

Care that continues at home — taught by experts.

Because the best care doesn't end at our door, we teach what we know — led by licensed veterinary professionals and master groomers.

CFA-101

Canine First-Aid Certification

Learn to read the signs, act fast, and stay calm in an emergency. Taught by licensed veterinary professionals. The peace of mind every owner deserves.

From $149  ·  Next cohort: Sept 15
NDGAA

At-Home Coat Care Workshop

Master brushing, bathing, and between-visit maintenance so your dog stays healthy and beautiful all year round. Hands-on, small groups.

From $89  ·  Next cohort: Aug 20
PRO

The Grooming Academy

A serious, hands-on program for aspiring professionals and devoted owners alike — fundamentals through advanced finishing, mentored by master groomers.

Enrollment by application
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Dr. Sarah Chen, DVM — Licensed Veterinary Educator at Laurel & Hound Academy

Dr. Sarah Chen, DVM

Licensed Veterinary Educator
Board Certified · 14 Years Clinical Practice

12 Month path to full professional certification — structured, mentored, measurable.
6 Students per cohort. Small, mentored groups — every student gets the educator's full attention.
100% Hands-on. Train on real clients in our working salon — not mannequins.

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Transformations

See the difference careful hands make.

Before: Golden Retriever with overgrown coat before grooming After: Golden Retriever with gleaming breed-standard groom

Matted rescue → breed-standard finish

Full groom · 2.5 hrs · Golden Retriever

Before: Husky with thick ungroomed winter coat After: Dogs with healthy gleaming coats post de-shed treatment

Heavy undercoat → gleaming clean finish

De-shed treatment · 1.5 hrs · Siberian Husky

Before: Nervous puppy arriving for first groom After: Calm happy puppy leaving first groom confident

First groom → calm and confident

Puppy first groom · 45 min · Mixed breed

From Discerning Households

Customer Reviews

4.9

across 600+ verified reviews

★★★★★
"I've never seen Beau so calm at a groomer. They treat him like their own — and it shows in every visit."

— Catherine M., owner of Beau (Golden Retriever)

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"The de-shed treatment was genuinely transformational. My home, my couch, my sanity — saved."

— David R., owner of Luna (Husky)

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"The Canine First-Aid course gave me confidence I didn't know I was missing. Every dog owner should take it."

— Priya S., owner of Oliver (Cavalier King Charles)

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"We tried three groomers before finding Laurel & Hound. Cheddar used to tremble the whole drive there. Now she wags at the door. That's the whole story."

— Emma L., owner of Cheddar (Goldendoodle)

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"Sadie is 13 with a bad hip. They laid her on a padded mat the entire time, never rushed her. I stood there trying not to cry. That's the level of care here."

— James T., owner of Sadie (Senior Beagle)

Good to Know

Questions, answered.

Most dogs benefit from professional grooming every 4–8 weeks. Long-coated breeds (Poodles, Doodles, Shih Tzus) often need 4–6 weeks to prevent matting.
Low-stress handling, gradual desensitization, and breaks so anxious or senior pets stay calm — no forced restraint, no rushed sessions.
Yes — we offer feline grooming and gentle senior/special-needs handling with vet-aware protocols tailored to mobility and skin sensitivity.
Bath, blow-dry, brush-out, breed-standard or custom haircut, nail trim, ear cleaning, and a sanitary trim. We also provide a brief coat and skin health note at pickup.
Yes — our team holds professional grooming certifications (NDGAA), Fear-Free credentials, and we carry full liability and bonding insurance.
No — our courses start at beginner level and scale to hands-on professional certification prep. The only requirement is showing up with a willingness to learn.

Give Your Dog the Care They Deserve

Spaces are limited by design — we keep our days unhurried so every dog gets our full attention. Book a grooming visit, reserve a course seat, or simply come meet us. We'd love to welcome your dog to the family.

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Laurel & Hound — 1842 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX  ·  (512) 555-0187

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