Grooming

Cat and Dog Grooming in West Hartford, Kensington and Windsor

Happy dog

When your pet is in need of a fresh new look, we’ve got you covered! Meet Candus, our talented pet groomer at Connecticut Veterinary Center. Candus has more than 20 years of experience in pet grooming, and she is also a veterinary technician at our animal hospital, giving her an even better understanding of each pet’s needs. She provides exceptional cat and dog grooming services for pets in West Hartford, Kensington and Windsor which include:

  • Blow dries

  • Blowouts

  • Breed cuts

  • Complete grooming services for both dogs and cats

  • Ear cleaning

  • Expression of anal glands

  • Full-service bathing

  • Hair clipping

  • Hair cuts

  • Medicated baths, if recommended by doctor

  • Scissoring haircuts

  • Shavedowns

  • Toenail trims

  • …and more

Because Candus is both a groomer and a veterinary technician, she has the unique skills required to required to identify potential health concerns in the pets that she’s grooming. She brings all concerns to the attention of our veterinarians to ensure that your pet receives the necessary treatment.

Anxious pets, especially cats, are also a concern that our pet groomer is adept at handling. When a pet experiences anxiety during a grooming visit, we are able to offer anesthetized grooming to ensure that your pet is comfortable, relaxed, and stress-free during their visit.
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Scheduling a Pet Grooming Visit

Dog in the bath

Grooming visits can be scheduled with Candus on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday each week, with drop off times between 7am and 9am. Please contact Candus at our West Hartford animal hospital location at (860) 233-8564 ext. 218 and leave a message. Calls are returned within 24-48 hours. Please note that during peak grooming seasons, a 3-week waiting period is common, so please plan accordingly!