A Dapper Dog Grooming Parlour
274 Maroubra Rd, Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia
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About A Dapper Dog Grooming Parlour
A Dapper Dog Grooming Parlour is a shop front pet grooming salon located in 274 Maroubra Rd, Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia, NSW.
With a 4.7 star rating from 98 Google reviews, this salon is highly rated by clients.
Whether you're looking for a full groom, a quick wash and tidy, or a consultation for your pet, A Dapper Dog Grooming Parlour offers a professional grooming experience for all breeds and sizes.
Opening Hours
* Hours may vary on public holidays. We recommend calling ahead to confirm.
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Pricing Information
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Estimated starting price
• Final price depends on size and detail
• Consultations usually free
• Deposit may be required to book
Salon Information
Location Type
shop front
Style
breed specific, scissor cut, full groom
Google Rating
4.7 ★
Location
NSW
What to Know
- Consultation recommended
- Deposit may be required
- Aftercare instructions provided
About A Dapper Dog Grooming Parlour
A Dapper Dog Grooming Parlour is a dedicated dog grooming establishment on Maroubra Road in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. Trading since 1982, it bills itself as the area's first fully accredited and certified grooming parlour, with award-winning IPG Master Groomers on staff and regular inspections through the Pet Industry Association of Australia.
The approach is unhurried and individual rather than high-volume. A full groom is allowed roughly five hours, beginning with a skin and coat assessment and moving through twice-lathered warm-water bathing, supervised toileting breaks, and warm-air or velocity drying with equipment imported from England. Dogs wait in individual pens with no forced socialising or rough play, fresh cotton towels are used for every dog rather than reused, and older dogs are given anti-fatigue mats. The parlour guarantees that no sedation and no hydrobaths are ever used. First-time visitors complete a new-customer sheet covering health, wellbeing and grooming preferences, and owners receive an SMS when their dog is ready.
Work ranges from straightforward wash-and-tidy maintenance to fully hand-scissored show styling, alongside walk-in nail clipping, ear cleaning and tooth brushing. It suits owners of all coat types who want a careful, consultative groom from a long-established Eastern Suburbs team.
Services & Pricing
Prices are sourced from the salon's website and may change — confirm with the salon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do they sedate dogs for grooming?
No. A Dapper Dog guarantees that no sedation is ever used during grooming.
Do they use hydrobaths?
No. The parlour guarantees no hydrobath is ever used and bathes dogs in fresh warm water only, with a fresh cotton towel for each dog rather than reused towels.
How long does a full groom take?
A complete groom is allowed roughly five hours, covering a skin and coat assessment, twice-lathered bathing, supervised toileting breaks, and warm-air or velocity drying.
What happens on a first visit?
First-time clients complete a new-customer sheet covering the dog's health, wellbeing and grooming preferences, and the first visit needs an extra 10 minutes for paperwork and consultation.
Is the parlour accredited?
Yes. It is presented as the Eastern Suburbs' first fully accredited and certified parlour, accredited with the Pet Industry Association of Australia (PIAA) with award-winning IPG Master Groomers on staff and regular PIAA inspections.
What grooming styles are offered?
Options range from wash-and-tidy coat maintenance and summer clips to scissor and styling work, including fully hand-scissored styles that allow for just about any look.
How are owners told their dog is ready?
Owners receive an SMS notification when their dog is ready for pick-up.
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