Pet Grooming Centre

Grooming is an essential part of your dog’s and cat's health.

At Merrist Wood College, our Pet Grooming Centre provides high-quality services to members of the public at very reasonable rates.

The Pet Grooming Centre offers:

• cuts and grooming supervised by a qualified City and Guilds tutor
• full consultation with dog and owner on arrival
• a safe, clean and friendly environment
• the latest equipment
• free TLC with every trim!
• Separate grooming afternoons for our cat client only

We also offer opportunities to train in dog and cat grooming yourself! Whether you're a pet owner that is looking to learn more about caring for a new addition to the family, or if you're serious about pursuing a career in this field, check out our courses.

Buy One Groom, Get One Free for Smooth Coated Pure Breed Dogs
We’re excited to offer our customers a special Buy One Groom, Get One Free deal to keep your dog looking and feeling their best. Before booking, please check the terms and conditions below to confirm your dog qualifies for the offer.

Buy One Groom, Get One Free – Terms & Conditions

• This offer applies only to pure breed dogs with a smooth coat. Examples include: Spaniels, Yorkshire Terriers, Setters etc.
• The two grooms must be for the same dog. The second (free) groom cannot be used for a different dog.
• The free groom must be booked and completed within 8 weeks of the first paid groom.
• Both grooms must be booked directly with the Merrist Wood College Pet Grooming Centre.Online or phone bookings accepted.
• The free groom must be of the same type and value as the paid groom. (For example: a full groom paid = a full groom free.)
• Offer subject to availability. Appointment slots are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
• This promotion cannot be combined with any other discounts, offers or loyalty schemes.
• The offer is limited to one redemption per dog during the promotional period.
• Merrist Wood College reserves the right to amend or withdraw the offer at any time without prior notice. By booking, customers agree to these terms and conditions.

Dog Grooming Courses

Dogs receive professional grooming as part of a supervised training programme for new students. Whether you're looking to start a new career or enhance your skills, our courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge and techniques needed to confidently groom a variety of dog breeds. 

Our courses include:

Shape, Balance and Correct Dog Grooming with Costin Stoica (Seminar & Workshop)
Shape, Balance and Correct Dog Grooming with Costin Stoica (Seminar Only)

You can view our full list of dog grooming courses here.

Cat Grooming

Cats receive professional grooming as part of a supervised training programme for new students. All grooming is carried out under the guidance of experienced, qualified grooming instructors to ensure both the safety of the cats and the quality of the service. Each session includes brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning. If a bath is needed, it will be done with gentle, cat-safe products; for cats who prefer to stay dry, a dry shampoo alternative is available. Haircuts offered include Lion Clips (full or modified), Comb Clips, and Bolero Clips. Additional services include Professional Deshed Treatments, Tummy Trims, Sanitary Trims, Ruff Trims, Face Trims, and Toe Tuft Trims. The grooming process is designed to be calm, comfortable, and stress-free for your feline companion.

You can view our full list of cat grooming courses here.