Grooming: We are an AKC S.A.F.E Certified salon
Spa for Paws uses IGroom, all natural grooming products
**Exceptions are the Low-Shed treatments, Flea and Tick, and De-Skunk treatments.
Our tubs are Mason's Ultralift elevating wash unit: They are quieter and warmer than stainless steel tubs, which means less stress for dogs.
Our drying kennels are top of the line Shor-Line models for secure and sanitary drying. We also use the Prima bathing system for ultra clean pooches!
Spa for Paws uses IGroom, all natural grooming products
**Exceptions are the Low-Shed treatments, Flea and Tick, and De-Skunk treatments.
Our tubs are Mason's Ultralift elevating wash unit: They are quieter and warmer than stainless steel tubs, which means less stress for dogs.
Our drying kennels are top of the line Shor-Line models for secure and sanitary drying. We also use the Prima bathing system for ultra clean pooches!
Our grooming shop is the only shop in El Paso that has a promised 4 hour turn around time (unless your pet is special needs, a cat, we take you as a walk-in, or you are late for your appointment)
We require proof of current rabies vaccines for any appointment and agreement with our grooming contract for any service. City ordinance requires all pets being groomed to be microchipped.
We will not bathe a pet with stitches or open wounds. If anything is found while grooming your pet, we will stop services and you must pick them up.
We do not bathe or groom pregnant animals: We will do a maternity sani if you have your litter license.
Dog grooming prices are based on the breed of dog and the service you want provided. Additional charges for matting, excessive undercoat, or special handling my apply. Please call 915-584-5469 for a quote. Inform the desk at time of booking if you are looking for a specialty cut or express service.
Dog Grooming: We operate by appointment only unless we have space available
Full Groom: Haircut, Bath, dry, brush, nail trim, ear plucking/cleaning.
Mini Groom: Bath, dry, brush, nail trim, ear plucking/cleaning.
Kennel Bath: Wash, basic brushing (no dematting), and dry.
Full Groom: Haircut, Bath, dry, brush, nail trim, ear plucking/cleaning.
Mini Groom: Bath, dry, brush, nail trim, ear plucking/cleaning.
Kennel Bath: Wash, basic brushing (no dematting), and dry.
*Anal gland expression can be added on any of the above for no extra charge.
Cat grooming: Bath: $65 -$75 based on coat length Haircut: $125 Mat Removal: up to $250
Special Shampoo and Add On items:
Flea and Tick Dip: $5-$15 based on size/coat (not a preventative)
Low Shed Treatment: $5-$20. Longer/excessive buildup of undercoat may cost extra.
Low Shed Treatment: $5-$20. Longer/excessive buildup of undercoat may cost extra.
De Skunk shampoo (new product as of March 2022)-$5-$20 depending on size and coat length.
(Please allow extra time for these services.)
Hypo shampoo-$3
Whitening Shampoo-$3
Deep Conditioning Treatment-$3
Teeth Brushing: W/groom: $3.50, Ala Carte: $5
Face, Feet, and Fanny (trim each of these areas)
$15 w/o bath, $10 w/bath
Nail Trims (cats and dogs): $10-$25 (walk ins welcome w/proof of rabies)
Face, Feet, and Fanny (trim each of these areas)
$15 w/o bath, $10 w/bath
Nail Trims (cats and dogs): $10-$25 (walk ins welcome w/proof of rabies)
Anal Glands without bath: $10
Cat Sani w/o bath:$15
Additional Fees and Charges:
Handling Fee: $20
Matt Fees for dogs: $5-$50 based on severity
Matt Fees for dogs: $5-$50 based on severity
EXPRESS SERVICE (completed in less than 2 hours)-$20 extra and must be requested at time of booking. Not available for cats.
City ordinance states dogs must have water in their kennel. If your dog spills their water, they may be wet on pick up.
Meet Our Groomers
Meet Our Groomers
Erica got in to grooming because she grew up around pets and has a passion for animals. She began grooming in 2006 and went to the Petsmart Grooming Academy in Tuscon Arizona. She did all her hands on training at Petsmart. She joined the Spa for Paws family in May, 2013 because she wanted a less corporate environment where she felt her contributions would make a difference. Her hobbies include crocheting, hanging out with her cats, and attending concerts and fairs with her family. Erica is available every day except Saturday and Sunday. Erica is an AKC S.A.F.E certified groomer.
Erica (Head Groomer)
"Humanity before Vanity"
Julia is a 22 year Army veteran that retired in 2016 and needed to find a new career. She began grooming at Animal Services as a volunteer in 2015 when she saw a need and decided to learn how to fill it. The album "Groomed Dogs" on the City of El Paso Animal Services Facebook page is hers and she still grooms for them accasionally. She began working as a groomer at Spa for Paws in August, 2016. Julia took the Stratford grooming course, is AKC S.A.F.E certified, and is also a certified "fear free" groomer, should you like to discuss going that route. She is the only groomer on Sundays and She also grooms some cats.
Julia
Kat
Kat has been grooming for more than a dozen years. She went to the Petsmart Grooming Academy and used to work here previously. We lured her back with great pay, great products, and great hours, and she's been turning out some wonderful haircuts and has a lot of patience. Welcome back, Kat!
Grooming FAQ's
Grooming FAQ's
If your dog is being boarded and getting groomed prior to pick up, we will have them ready by the time you requested when making your reservation. If no time was listed, then we will call you when your dog is ready. If you didn't list a time and you just show up to get your pup, there is a good chance your dog will not be done, so please either list a time or wait for our call.
Appointments are HIGHLY recommended. We only take walk-ins on a space available basis and space is not always available.
Grooming doesn't happen like most people think. If a dog came in and was washed, dried, and styled back to back, our groomers would only be able to complete 3-4 dogs per day and the price would be twice as much. Instead, appointments are staggered so as one dog dries, our groomers can work on other dogs. By using this method, we can keep costs lower. It does not always take four hours, but during our busy times, or your dog is in horrible condition, has a lot of excess fur, or if you are requesting de-shed or de-skunk services, please allow them the full time. Rushing leads to ugly haircuts. If you need your dog back quicker, check out our Express Service.
Do you require an appointment?
Do you require an appointment?
How long will it take/why so long?
How long will it take/why so long?
When can I pick up my dog?
When can I pick up my dog?
If you are picky about how you want your pooch cut, then come in person to talk to the groomer and specify exactly what you want. Do not send a friend or spouse with vague instructions like "short, but not too short". If there is anything we can do to fix an issue during pick up, we will do so. We do not offer refunds on grooming since the work has already been done, so please, if you're picky, be sepcific. Pictures and written instructions are also ok.
New clients pay a deposit due to too many no shows. We also take deposits for current clients who have more than one no call no show. We require a deposit if you have a habit of booking appointments and then changing them last minute. This is our groomers income and no-shows/late changes affect their bottom line.
Do I have to pay a deposit?
Do I have to pay a deposit?
What if I don't like my dogs haircut?
What if I don't like my dogs haircut?
A mat fee occurs when you have not been maintaining your dogs coat at home. If your dog has long hair, it requires brushing just like ours. If you do not brush them, it tangles. When these tangles get too large to brush out, these are called mats. Mats require either extensive brushing with special tools, or additional care to have them removed. There is almost always irritation and skin issues after removal.
What is a mat fee?
What is a mat fee?
Our tooth brushing service is just like how you'd brush your teeth every morning except the toothpaste tastes worse. The dogs seem to like it, though. It is not the extensive cleaning a vet does under sedation and since the tooth paste is made for dogs, their breath will not be minty on pick up.
The express service means your dog will be completed in less than two hours. It costs $20 extra and we can accomodate 2 express services per day. You must specify you want an express at the time of booking and your dog must be accustomed to grooming and suitable for an express service.
What is an express service?
What is an express service?
What does the tooth brushing entail?
What does the tooth brushing entail?
You missed your appointment or didn't bring proof of current vaccinations/microchip. We arrange grooming so that all dogs are completed by the time we promise. If we can take you as a walk in, we absolutely will, but if you show up late to your appointment or you don't bring your shot records, please don't be mad at us!
Yes. The amount depends on the extent of service and your level of satisfaction. Groomers always appreciate tips!
If your pet goes outside, or gets near other animals that go outside, and is not on some kind of preventative, picking up fleas and ticks is very common. Fleas and ticks are very prevalent in the Spring and Summer months, and even more so if we didn't have a very cold winter. If the groomers spot a flea or a tick, they complete a flea and tick bath and you are charged accordingly as stated in our contract.
Is Tipping Customary?
Is Tipping Customary?
You called and said my dog has fleas/ticks-How did that happen?
You called and said my dog has fleas/ticks-How did that happen?
I showed up and now you guys won't groom my dog! What gives?
I showed up and now you guys won't groom my dog! What gives?
We will not groom pregnant or nursing dogs, dogs that aren't microchipped, fence jumpers, super aggressive or super fearful dogs, super old dogs that require special care, puppies that have not completed their puppy vaccinations, dog with any kind of stitches or open wounds, or dogs that have owners with unreasonable expectations.
Are there any dogs you wont groom?
Are there any dogs you wont groom?