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Pet Grooming Questions, Answered

We welcome any question you have about grooming, about caring for your pet’s coat between sessions, and about how we work. Our team has pulled together the questions we hear most so you can find your answer quickly.

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Are your grooming products natural?

Yes. We use natural, gentle, hypoallergenic and tearless products, including oatmeal conditioning treatments and lavender oils that act as a natural flea repellent. Everything we use is safe for sensitive skin.

Do you groom cats as well as dogs?

Yes, and we have a lot of experience doing it. We provide a calm, quiet environment for both cats and dogs. Mobile grooming suits cats particularly well, since they’re often stressed by the noise of a busy salon full of dogs.

Do you use cages, muzzles or restraints?

No. We groom cage-free, muzzle-free and restraint-free, one pet at a time. Your pet is never caged at any point during the groom — they get our groomer’s full attention from start to finish.

Are your groomers trained and certified?

Yes. Every Go Hollywood groomer is PETCPR+ certified and personally trained in our techniques. Our team has experience with routine haircuts as well as difficult, severely matted coats, and we specialize in anxious pets, senior pets and special-needs animals.

Do you have experience with my dog’s breed?

We have a wealth of experience across all breeds and coat types — short coats, wire coats, soft coats, double coats and doodles — including breed-standard cuts. See our pricing page for the coat categories we work with.

How much does it cost to have my pet groomed?

It depends on your pet’s size and coat type. We publish a full, comprehensive price list for both mobile and in-store grooming — and you can get a price in seconds with our instant quote tool.

Can you come to my workplace?

Yes. Our mobile spa vans are completely self-contained, with their own power and water, so we can groom your pet at your home or your workplace — wherever is easiest for you. See our luxury pet spa vans and the areas we serve.

Are you a local grooming business?

Yes. Go Hollywood Grooming is locally owned and has served Los Angeles since 2001 — 25+ years. We were named Business Angel of the Year 2025 by the Los Angeles Business Journal and have been featured on KTLA. We have an amazing staff of dedicated team members; we’re one big family.

How often should my pet be groomed?

Most dogs do best every four to eight weeks, depending on coat type. Doodles and other curly or double coats need the shorter end of that range to stay ahead of matting.

What’s the best way to brush my pet?

Gently and patiently, especially while your pet gets used to the process. Short, regular sessions work far better than one long one — and they prevent the mats that make grooming harder and more expensive later.

What brush should I use for my breed?

It depends on the coat. Slicker brushes suit most medium and long coats, pin brushes suit doodles and double coats, and rubber curry brushes suit short coats. Ask your groomer at your next appointment and we’ll show you exactly what to use and how to use it.