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What the Pup! Canine Care & Enrichment

Shop 88/1 Main St, Springfield QLD 4300, Australia

4.6 (66 reviews)

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About What the Pup! Canine Care & Enrichment

What the Pup! Canine Care & Enrichment is a shop front pet grooming salon located in Shop 88/1 Main St, Springfield QLD 4300, Australia, QLD.

With a 4.6 star rating from 66 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, What the Pup! Canine Care & Enrichment offers a professional grooming experience for all breeds and sizes.

Opening Hours

Monday Monday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday Saturday: Closed
Sunday Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

* 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, bath and dry, puppy groom

Google Rating

4.6 ★

Location

QLD

What to Know

  • Consultation recommended
  • Deposit may be required
  • Aftercare instructions provided

About What the Pup! Canine Care & Enrichment

What the Pup! Canine Care & Enrichment is a dog grooming and canine care business in Orion Springfield Central, the shopping precinct on Main Street in Springfield Central. Alongside grooming it runs doggy daycare and enrichment programs, framing itself less as a quick wash-and-go and more as a place built around a dog's wellbeing.

The approach is fear-free and unhurried. Staff are trained to read anxiety and adjust accordingly, and the business is explicit that it will not rush a groom or compromise on safety to meet a clock. Grooms run from a simple nail clip or bath through to full and breed-specific styling, with add-on treatments like teeth brushing, ear plucking and medicated shampoos. The team works with dogs that find grooming stressful, keeps owners updated on how their dog handled the visit, and offers guidance on coat and skin maintenance between appointments. That makes it a fit for anxious dogs, puppies easing into their first grooms, and owners who want a calm, considered experience rather than a production line.

Bookings run first-come, first-served with a deposit to hold the slot, and vaccinations need to be current.

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Services & Pricing

Nail Clip S/M $18, L/XXL+ $23 (walk-in available)
Bath & Towel Dry S $48, M $58, L $68, XL $78 (walk-in available; smooth/short coats)
Bath & Blow Dry S $68, M $78, L $88, XL $98
Puppy Groom S $90, M $100, L $110, XL $120
Tidy Groom S $88, M $98, L $108, XL $118
Full Groom S $110, M $120, L $130, XL $140
Style Groom (long teddy-style cut) S $132, M $142, L $152, XL $162
Traditional Groom (breed-specific clip and styling) S $165, M $175, L $195, XL $205
Deshed Groom S $100, M $110, L $120, XL $130

Prices are sourced from the salon's website and may change — confirm with the salon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is What the Pup! located?

It is at Shop 88, Orion Springfield Central, 1 Main St, Springfield Central QLD 4300, next to the Commonwealth Bank.

Do they groom anxious or nervous dogs?

Yes. The business follows a fear-free approach, with staff trained in anxiety management, and will not rush a groom or compromise safety to meet time constraints. Grooming may be discontinued if it threatens a dog's emotional or physical health, and they reserve the right to refuse aggressive or reactive dogs.

Can I walk in for a nail clip or bath?

Walk-ins are available for nail clips and the bath and towel dry service. Most other grooms are booked, with bookings run on a first-come, first-served basis.

Is a deposit required to book?

Yes. A 50% deposit of the base service is required for all bookings, due within 24 hours of the reminder text. A $15 no-confirmation fee applies if the deposit is unpaid at arrival, and same-day cancellations forfeit the deposit.

What are the vaccination requirements?

All dogs must be up to date with vaccinations and flea, tick and worming treatments. Puppies under 6 months need their third C4/C5 vaccination plus a minimum 10-day wait.

What extra treatments can be added to a groom?

Add-ons include teeth brushing ($15), ear plucking ($20), anal gland expression ($30), flea and tick wash ($20), medicated or specialty shampoos ($5-$10 each) and tear stain treatment ($5).

What happens if I am late picking up my dog?

There is a 2-hour pickup window, after which daycare fees apply. Late pick-up fees are $32 without notice or $24 with notice, plus $8/$6 per half hour thereafter, and afterhours pick-up is $30 per half hour.

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