The Happy Dog Hub
707 High St, Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia
4.6 ★ (73 reviews)
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About The Happy Dog Hub
The Happy Dog Hub is a shop front pet grooming salon located in 707 High St, Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia, VIC.
With a 4.6 star rating from 73 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, The Happy Dog Hub offers a professional grooming experience for all breeds and sizes.
Opening Hours
Monday Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday Saturday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday Sunday: Closed
* 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
teddy bear cut, full groom, bath and dry
Google Rating
4.6 ★
Location
VIC
What to Know
- Consultation recommended
- Deposit may be required
- Aftercare instructions provided
About The Happy Dog Hub
The Happy Dog Hub is a dog grooming salon on High Street in Thornbury, in Melbourne's inner north, where grooming is framed as a wellness ritual rather than a quick tidy-up. The salon's whole approach rests on the idea that a groom should feel closer to a soothing, relaxing massage experience that strengthens the bond between dog and owner, with fear-free handling and a calm environment at the centre of everything.
The space is kept clean and quiet, with equipment cleaned and disinfected between every dog and the salon tidied throughout the day. That measured pace suits sensitive and anxious dogs in particular, and the team asks owners to flag any nervousness in advance so extra time and care can be built into the visit. Grooming is treated as personalised work too: schedules and styles are tailored to each dog's coat, lifestyle and temperament, and owners are welcome to send a photo of the look they have in mind.
For inner-north dog owners who want their dog handled gently and unhurried, it is a salon built around comfort first.
Anxious petsPuppiesDouble-coated breeds
Services & Pricing
Full Groom Bath & Dry Puppy Groom De-Shedding Treatment Breed-Specific Grooming Nail Trimming Flea & Tick Treatment Teddy Bear Cut Anxious Pet Grooming
Immerse (Spa Bath and Dry) From $70
Rejuvenation (Spa Bath and Full Groom) From $115 (teddy bear face $10 extra)
Replenish (Spa Bath and Tidy) From $95 (teddy bear face $10)
Grounding (Spa Bath and De-shed) From $105 short coat, from $130 double coat
Nourish (Puppy Groom) From $90
Add-on services From $15 each (nail trim, anal gland expression, hygiene tidy, face tidy, ear trim, breed specific, flea treatments and more)
Prices are sourced from the salon's website and may change — confirm with the salon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Happy Dog Hub located?
The salon is at 707 High Street, Thornbury, VIC 3071, in Melbourne's inner north.
How much does a full groom cost?
The Rejuvenation package (spa bath and full groom) starts from $115, with a teddy bear face an extra $10. Final pricing varies with the dog's size, coat condition, temperament and special needs.
Do they groom anxious or sensitive dogs?
Yes. Fear-free handling and a calm, stress-free environment are central to the salon, and they ask owners to disclose any anxiety in advance so extra time and care can be allowed for. Additional time may incur extra charges.
Do I need to book an appointment?
Yes. Bookings require a credit card to secure the appointment. Cancellations need at least 24 hours notice, otherwise a charge of 50% of the booked service applies.
What grooming packages are offered?
Packages include Immerse (spa bath and dry, from $70), Replenish (spa bath and tidy, from $95), Grounding (spa bath and de-shed, from $105 short coat or $130 double coat), Rejuvenation (spa bath and full groom, from $115) and Nourish (puppy groom, from $90).
What happens if my dog is matted?
Severely matted dogs may need to be clipped short for their comfort, and owners are asked to sign a risk acknowledgment form. A matting surcharge starting from $50 applies.
What are the opening hours?
Grooming runs Monday to Friday from around 8am to approximately 5pm, with Saturdays by appointment from roughly 9am to 3pm. Hours are subject to change.
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