City Slickers Dog Grooming
24 Venning St, Morphett Vale SA 5162, Australia
4.4 ★ (121 reviews)
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About City Slickers Dog Grooming
City Slickers Dog Grooming is a shop front pet grooming salon located in 24 Venning St, Morphett Vale SA 5162, Australia, SA.
With a 4.4 star rating from 121 Google reviews, this salon is well-regarded in the grooming community.
Whether you're looking for a full groom, a quick wash and tidy, or a consultation for your pet, City Slickers Dog Grooming offers a professional grooming experience for all breeds and sizes.
Opening Hours
Monday Monday: Closed
Tuesday Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Wednesday Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Thursday Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Friday Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Saturday Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday Sunday: Closed
* Hours may vary on public holidays. We recommend calling ahead to confirm.
Location
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
full groom, teddy bear cut, creative grooming
Google Rating
4.4 ★
Location
SA
What to Know
- Consultation recommended
- Deposit may be required
- Aftercare instructions provided
About City Slickers Dog Grooming
City Slickers Dog Grooming is an independent salon on Venning Street in Morphett Vale, run by a groomer who opened her own salon in August 2000 after years working across two salons and a vet clinic. The guiding idea is "humanity before vanity" — the wellbeing of the dog comes before the look of the haircut.
The approach is unhurried and education-focused. Most dogs are booked for a roughly three-hour turnaround so there are breaks between stages, which matters for young, older or anxious dogs who can find a start-to-finish groom overwhelming. The team works through bath-and-dry, mini grooms, short clips and longer stylised trims, and gives feedback after each visit on coat care and at-home maintenance. There is particular attention to oodle and other crossbreed coats, which the salon explains tangle and mat easily, and a considered policy for large and long-coated dogs that may need an in-person assessment before booking. Nervous, jumping or evading dogs can be supported with slower, gentler desensitising methods.
Alongside grooming, the salon offers occasional daycare for small and medium breeds and in-home pet sitting. It is the kind of place that wants a dog's years of grooms to be a positive routine, not a one-off ordeal.
Anxious petsOodle crossbreedsSenior petsLarge breeds
Services & Pricing
Full Groom Bath & Dry Scissor Cut De-Shedding Treatment Nail Trimming Medicated Bath Flea & Tick Treatment Anxious Pet Grooming Large Breed Grooming Breed-Specific Grooming
Desensitising / anxiety support $20 per 15 min
Brush-out only (maintenance booking) $10 per 10 minutes
Occasional daycare (small/medium breeds) $8.00 per hour, 9am-3.30pm Tue-Fri
In-home pet sitting $30 per night at client's home; pop-in, play and walk from $25 per half-hour visit
6-weekly small dogs (under 7kg, kept short) $5 discount
Long-haired booking deposit $25 deposit to hold appointment, refundable with 48 hours' notice
Prices are sourced from the salon's website and may change — confirm with the salon.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a groom take at City Slickers?
Most dogs are kept for around a three-hour turnaround. This allows breaks between services rather than working start to finish, which can be overwhelming for young, old or anxious dogs. They ask that you not return to collect your dog until the time given or until they call you.
What is the cancellation policy?
There is a 24-hour cancellation policy by phone call only on 0403473473. No shows or same-day cancellations are charged at 50% of the groom price. They ask that you confirm your appointment when you get the request three days beforehand.
Do they groom oodle and crossbreed coats?
Yes. The salon explains that oodle crosses mix poodle hair with coarser coats from breeds like cocker spaniel, cavalier or labrador, which tangle and mat quickly. They recommend getting your dog groom-ready with regular brushing and desensitising, and may modify what they do over the first few visits.
What is the policy for large dogs?
New large-dog clients, or those whose last groom was over eight weeks ago, may need an in-person assessment before booking. They ask for a current clear photo of the dog standing side-on, plus details on the last professional groom, at-home regime, age, training and any physical or behavioural limitations. Aggressive or untrained dogs may be turned away.
Can my dog have its nails done as a walk-in?
Walk-in nail clips, anal glands and ear cleans are usually available. If your dog may be difficult, they ask that you call ahead as two staff and treats may be needed. They suggest nail trims every four to six weeks.
What are the opening hours?
Open Tuesday to Friday 9am to 3.30pm and Saturday 9am to 3pm. Closed Monday.
Do they offer daycare or pet sitting?
Yes. Occasional daycare is available for small and medium breeds at $8.00 per hour, 9am to 3.30pm Tuesday to Friday. In-home pet sitting is offered at $30 per night including daily walks, play and general care of the home, with a meet and greet beforehand.
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