What services are usually included in a full-service mobile dog groom?

A full-service mobile groom includes bath, blow-dry, brush-out, haircut or trim, nail trim, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression if needed. Some groomers also include teeth brushing or paw pad trimming as standard.

You're probably asking because you want to know if you're getting the full deal or just a bath with extras that cost more. And that's fair, as some mobile groomers use the term "full service" to refer to a wash and dry only, with all else being an upcharge.

A real full-service groom covers the basics your dog needs to stay clean and comfortable. The bath uses breed-appropriate shampoo and gets your dog fully wet, scrubbed, and rinsed. Blow-drying is a part of the process because air-drying can lead to matting in many dogs, especially those with double coats. Brush-out happens after drying to remove loose fur and detangle the coat.

Haircuts depend on breed and what you've requested. Some dogs just need a trim around the eyes, paws, and sanitary areas. Others need a full clip. Nail trimming is standard, as is ear cleaning. Anal gland expression is included if your dog needs it at the time of the appointment.

Some groomers tack on extras like teeth brushing, deshedding treatments, or flea/tick shampoo for an additional fee. That’s normal, unlike more routine tasks like nail trims and ear cleaning.

If you're booking mobile grooming and the base price seems low, ask what's actually included. You don't want to find out halfway through that the haircut costs extra or that brushing isn't part of the package.

Woofie's mobile grooming in Austin Hill Country includes bath, dry, brush, haircut or trim, nails, ears, and glands in their full-service groom. The grooming van pulls up to your house with everything needed, and your dog gets the full treatment in one appointment with no surprise charges at the end.