Full Grooming in Adelaide

Dog Love Full Grooming is offered from our calm private home in Tranmere, Adelaide, with gentle handling, professional styling, and premium care for local dogs.

Full Grooming

How it works

Pick your weight

Choose your dog’s size range.

Tap Book

Select a date and time.

Add extras (optional)

Teeth brushing, anal glands, and more.

Confirm your booking

Fill in the form to lock in your appointment.

Pick-up text: We’ll message you around 15 minutes before your pup is ready.
Booking 2+ dogs? Please choose “I’m booking 2 or more dogs” in the add-ons below, or book two appointments so we can reserve enough time.

Includes

  • Hydro bath (shampoo + conditioner, double cleanse)
  • Nails trimmed
  • Ears cleaned
  • Fluffed dry
  • Brushing
  • Berry facial scrub
  • Cut & style (scissor finish + clippers)

Long coat management may apply for long coats over 2.5cm.

Duration 60 – 180 minutes
Price From $90
Making a full day of it?

When you add Full Daycare + a Groom, you can drop off anytime from 7:00am and pick up anytime before 6:15pm.

Full Groom Booking

Book a Full Groom

Choose your preferred date and time below to book your dog in for a full grooming appointment.

ADD-ONS EXPLAINED

Simple upgrades for comfort

Advocate Treatment

Spot-on treatment for fleas and some internal parasites. Helps reduce itching and discomfort.

Anal Glands

Relieves pressure when glands are full. Helps stop scooting and irritation.

Ear Plucking

Removes excess hair inside the ear. Helps reduce trapped moisture and buildup.

Long Coat Management

Extra brushing for coats over 2cm. Helps prevent matting and skin pulling.

Malaseb Medicated Bath

Medicated wash for itchy or irritated skin. Supports healthier skin balance.

De-Matting

Careful removal of mats. Relieves tight pulling on the skin.

Nail Grinding

Smooths and shortens nails safely. Supports better walking comfort.

Sensitive Skin Shampoo

Gentle shampoo and conditioner for reactive skin. Helps calm dryness and itch.

Teeth Brushing

Freshens breath and helps reduce plaque buildup.

Poodle Feet

Clean trim around the paws. Reduces trapped dirt and moisture.

PlayCare (4 hrs)

Supervised play after grooming. Extra enrichment and movement.

Playcare (All Day)

Full day of structured play and supervision. Ideal for energetic dogs.

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Dog Grooming Adelaide • Full Groom Guide

Luxury dog grooming that feels beautiful, gentle, and worth booking again

A proper full groom is not just about making a dog look cute for a day. It helps with coat health, skin comfort, hygiene, mat prevention, nail maintenance, ear care, and long-term coat manageability — especially for dogs with fast-growing, curly, fluffy or high-maintenance coats.

At Dog Love, our full groom service in Tranmere is designed for dog owners who want more than a quick wash. It is boutique care with a polished finish, gentle handling, and a result that feels soft, fresh, neat and photo-ready.

Book Your Dog’s Groom Compare Full Groom vs Tidy Up
Boutique Care • Tranmere
4–8 Weeks ideal grooming rhythm for many coats
Less Matting regular grooming helps prevent painful knots and coat pulling
Better Comfort clean coat, trimmed nails and tidy hygiene areas matter
Adelaide Local calm private boutique in Tranmere
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Why regular dog grooming matters

Professional dog grooming does far more than improve appearance. A consistent grooming routine helps remove built-up dirt, loose undercoat, dead skin and trapped debris while keeping the coat cleaner, softer and easier to maintain between appointments.

Regular grooming can also reduce matting, improve comfort, support healthy skin, and make it easier to spot things like lumps, irritation, hotspots, parasites or coat changes earlier.

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How often should a dog be groomed?

Most dogs benefit from grooming every 4 to 8 weeks, depending on coat type, growth rate, breed, activity level and how much brushing is done at home.

  • Poodles, Cavoodles, Oodles and fluffy mixes often need grooming every 4–6 weeks.
  • Long-coated dogs usually need more frequent maintenance to stay knot-free and comfortable.
  • Active dogs that swim, visit the beach, roll in grass or attend daycare may need regular coat resets.
  • Puppies benefit from early positive grooming to build confidence and routine.
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Full groom vs tidy up

A full groom is best when your dog needs a complete haircut and style, coat reset, length removal or more complete maintenance. A tidy up is better for in-between visits when the haircut still looks good but the dog needs a bath, fluff dry, brush out and hygiene tidy.

Full Groom Haircut + styling + full reset
Tidy Up Freshen up without changing the overall length
Why Dog Love

Dog grooming in Adelaide, but with a softer and more boutique feel

Dog Love is built for owners who want grooming that feels calm, polished and genuinely caring. Our full groom service in Tranmere is designed around comfort-first handling, beautiful finishes, practical coat care and a more personal experience than the rushed, generic grooming model.

That means cleaner styling, softer detail, more intention, and a service that feels like boutique care rather than just another booking.

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Full Groom FAQ

Questions Adelaide dog owners actually ask before booking

These answers help customers understand the service clearly while also strengthening the page with genuinely useful local grooming information.

What is included in a full groom at Dog Love?
A full groom generally includes a hydro bath, shampoo and conditioner, blow dry or fluff dry, brushing, nail trim, ear clean, hygiene work, and a full haircut with clipping and scissor finishing. It is designed to leave your dog clean, comfortable and fully styled.
How often should I book my dog for a full groom?
Most dogs need a full groom every 4 to 8 weeks, but curly, fluffy, long or fast-growing coats usually need appointments closer together. A regular schedule helps prevent matting, discomfort and coat overgrowth.
Is a full groom right for Cavoodles, Moodle, Spoodles and Poodle mixes?
Yes. Oodle-type coats usually need regular professional grooming because they can knot and matt quickly. A full groom helps keep the coat manageable, more comfortable and easier to brush at home.
What is the difference between a full groom and a tidy up groom?
A full groom includes the haircut and full styling work. A tidy up is for maintenance between bigger appointments and usually focuses on bathing, drying, brushing and hygiene areas without taking off the overall coat length.
Can nervous or first-time dogs book a full groom?
Yes. A calm, gentle and positive approach is especially important for nervous dogs and puppies. Many dogs do best when grooming is introduced in a patient and supportive way rather than rushed.
Do you offer add-ons with a full groom?
Yes. Depending on your dog’s needs, add-ons may help with comfort, coat maintenance or hygiene. These can include things like nail grinding, teeth brushing, long coat management, de-matting support, sensitive skin products and other upgrades.
How long does a dog full groom take?
Grooming time depends on your dog’s size, coat type, behaviour, condition of the coat and any add-ons selected. Heavier coats, matting, longer styling work or extra services can take more time.
Do full grooms help with matting and shedding?
Yes. A full groom can help remove loose coat, improve coat condition and reduce buildup, while regular grooming helps prevent painful matting from forming in the first place.
Where is Dog Love located for dog grooming?
Dog Love is based in Tranmere, Adelaide, making it a convenient option for dog owners looking for premium grooming in the eastern suburbs and nearby areas.
How do I know whether to book now or ask a question first?
If you know your dog needs a full haircut or proper coat reset, booking is usually the right move. If you are unsure whether your dog needs a tidy up, full groom or another grooming service, contact Dog Love first and we can help guide you.

Ready for a groom that feels polished, gentle and genuinely boutique?

Book your dog’s full groom in Tranmere today or get in touch if you want help choosing the right service.

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