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PREMIUM ONE- TO-ONE
DOG GROOMING
IN DUBLIN

A calmer, kinder grooming experience built around your dog.

No busy salon. No rushed appointments. Just expert care, honest advice and a groom shaped around your dog’s comfort and individual needs.

And when they’re not with us for a groom? We’re here for them then, too.

Discover our collection of premium pet care experiences, including private dog walking, pet sitting, home boarding, day retreats and private pet chauffeur services.

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— WHY WE EXIST

I built Bow Wows Dublin
because I wanted better for my own dog.

After leaving my corporate career, I began caring for local dogs and discovered how much I loved working with animals.

Then Winnie went for her first professional groom and came home looking nothing like the puppy I had dropped off. Her coat was far shorter than expected, communication was limited, and I remember thinking: There has to be a better way.

So I bought a pair of scissors, trained professionally in dog grooming, and Bow Wows Dublin grew from there.

That experience shaped how I believe pets should be cared for:

Never rushed. Never treated like another appointment. Always cared for as an individual.

That philosophy now runs through everything we do — from one-to-one grooming to private walks, sitting and boarding.

Welfare first. Personal care, always.

The standard I wanted for Winnie — and the standard I believe your dog deserves, too.

— From the humans

Don't take our word for it.

Take theirs.

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Linda O'Mullane
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Brendan and Isabella took really good care of our two Irish settlers for 6 weeks while we were overseas. They provided daily updates via text and video and we're always responsive. The dogs seemed as if they had a wonderful time. We are very grateful and will use Bow Wow's services anytime again. Thank you Brendan for everything.
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Stephen Reddin
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Big thanks Brandan and Ralph while we went away. The clips and pics every day made our holiday a whole lot easier, and then washing the boys before we collected them We can’t recommend these enough Thanks guys!
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Thomas Cumberton
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Brilliant service from start to finish, our kitten Cody was really well looked after by Danielle, she made us feel very reassured that Cody was been well looked after, we received photos and videos each day which we really appreciated. We would highly recommend Bow Wows to anyone looking for a pet sitter. We will definitely be using this service again
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shauna lennon
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We had Ralph as our driver and the nicest most loveliest driver you could as for Brendan was so professional booking with on email very efficient very kind and Ralph was early so kind to taylor after her surgery and was very easy to deal with we will always choose bow wows thanks Brendan and Ralph :)
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Alan Duggan
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Great transport service for our dog. Punctual, really friendly and reliable.
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Carole Gary
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My GSP Oscar flew from America to Ireland for an extended stay with me. I ran into such difficulty finding someone to take care of him in Dublin while I toured around. Then I found Brendan and Bow Wow! I can’t overstate how well Oscar was taken care of by Brendan and Eoghan. He’s a dog with a lot of energy and they walked him through all the parks and by the river. He came back to the hotel happy and exhausted every day! Brendan is a great communicator and I got regular videos and photos of Oscar during the day. As a pet owner handing your fur-baby off to someone you don’t know…well it can make you a little anxious. Brendan did a great job of understanding my fears and concerns and his reassurances helped me feel confident that Oscar was in good hands. Brendan delivered on everything he promised and I’m so glad I chose Bow Wow. Thank you Brendan! And thank you Eoghan!
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Jamie Doyle
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This was chewie first time been groomed by brendan and i was very impressed by groom that was done but also communication. Brendan is honest with you about your pets needs or behaviour and reccomends the best options as he puts animal welfare first which is amazing takes his time goes at the dogs pace. Look forward to the next booking. Here is before and after pictures of chewie.
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I can see now why this young man is getting all the 5 star reviews. I thought he must be writing them himself. Well he is not! I am adding another to the 5 star list. Our beloved dog Lucca a pound rescue had a terrible week. His glands became swollen, then his claw nail sticking into his paw and the other nail on the same paw became embedded. ( No its not neglect) I rang Brenden who responded immediately, said he would speak to his mum, and boom decided to come and collect. It was an emergency and he professionally treated the whole matter professionally with empathy, and calmness ( I wasn't ) he arrived in what can only be described as an everyday car, with a doggy blanket. What a relief it wasn't a posh 2026 car. My partner sat with lucca and I chatted away. Amazing service. We shall be back, now that we have found a caring taxi driver who knows his stuff. Thanks a million from Lucca. He got sorted, and is pain free being licked to death by Paco his yorkie bro.
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Rory O'Donovan
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Couldn’t be happier 😃 first time we left our dogs with someone & we couldn’t be happier ! Loads of updates & we knew the dogs were been looked after 🙏
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Brendan is absolutely fantastic altogether and provides and exceptional service. He is such a lovely person and has a wonderful way with anamils. Virgil is very friendly but does not generally like leaving me but he went off straight away with Brendan not a bother on him and I knew straight away when I picked him up that he had been at ease and was not at all stressed out which he can be after grooming. He has had some problems recently after being attacked and he could not possibly have been looked after any better than he was with Brendan. Outside of that the cut and style Brendan did for Virgil was also 5 start despite some difficulties. I could not recommend Brendan any higher, absolutely first class in every way Brendan obviously treated him

Before & After Transformation

A beautiful finish should never come at the expense of comfort.
See what thoughtful, one-to-one grooming can achieve
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Dog Grooming FAQs

Dog grooming prices vary depending on your dog's size, coat type and condition, behaviour and the time required.

At Bow Wows Dublin, prices shown when booking are indicative, with the final price based on your dog's individual grooming requirements.

It depends on your dog's coat, lifestyle and preferred style. Many higher-maintenance coats benefit from professional grooming every 4–8 weeks.

We'll recommend a suitable schedule based on your individual dog.

Our Signature Experience™ includes professional bathing and conditioning, coat preparation, bespoke haircut and styling, nail, paw, hygiene and ear care, finishing touches and a personalised care plan.

Every groom is tailored around your dog's coat, comfort and individual needs.

Timing depends on your dog's size, coat, service, behaviour and individual needs.

Because we provide one-to-one dog grooming, we allow the time your dog needs rather than rushing them to meet a fixed finishing time.

Introducing puppies to professional grooming early can help them become comfortable with handling, bathing, drying, brushing and grooming equipment.

Our one-to-one approach allows these early experiences to be introduced gradually and at your puppy's pace.

Potentially, yes. Our quieter, one-to-one grooming environment can be particularly helpful for nervous or sensitive dogs.

We work at the individual dog's pace and provide breaks where appropriate, but we'll never continue if doing so would compromise their welfare or safety.

Your Signature Experience™ includes up to 10 minutes of complimentary dematting where this can be done safely and comfortably.

More significant matting may incur an additional charge or require the coat to be clipped to a safe length.

Welfare always comes before preserving a hairstyle.

One-to-one grooming means your dog's appointment is focused entirely on them.

At Bow Wows Dublin, we provide private, home-based grooming with Brendan as your dog's dedicated groomer from start to finish. We welcome just one dog at a time, creating a calmer, quieter and more personal grooming experience.

One Dog. One Groomer. No Rushing.

No. Our grooming appointments are intentionally private and one-to-one, without multiple dogs being groomed or waiting around them.

This can be particularly helpful for dogs who find busy salon environments overwhelming.

Generally, appointments are carried out privately between your dog and their groomer, as many dogs settle better without their owner present.

If there's a particular reason your dog may need you to stay, please discuss this with us before booking.

Potentially. Every dog is assessed individually, and our quieter one-to-one approach can help dogs who have struggled with grooming previously.

Please tell us about any biting, snapping, reactivity or previous difficult experiences before booking. We will never force a dog through a groom they cannot safely tolerate.

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Sometimes, the most professional thing a groomer can do… is stop.Not every groom needs to be finished to be considered successful.When fear and stress reach a level where continuing compromises safety and welfare, stopping is not failure.It is professional judgement.Because grooming is not just about the perfect finish.It’s about knowing when the dog needs something more than a haircut.Welfare first. Aesthetics second.The Bow Wows Way.#dublindogs #bowwowsdublin #doggrooming #petcaredublin

Beyond the groom, we see the dog. 🤍At Bow Wows, we believe exceptional grooming starts with understanding — their behaviour, their needs, and what they’re trying to communicate.Because every dog deserves to feel seen, understood, and cared for.We don’t just believe it. We practise it.📩 Message us to begin your pet’s Bow Wows experience.#dublindogs #bowwowsdublin #petcaredublin #doggrooming #professionalgroomer

MORE THAN A GROOM. IT STARTS WITH AN ASSESSMENT.Before the first clip of the clippers, we take the time to understand the dog in front of us.At Bow Wows Dublin, every grooming session begins with a careful assessment of your dog’s skin, coat, condition, behaviour, comfort, and individual needs.Because professional grooming isn’t simply about making your dog look good.It’s about knowing what their coat can handle, what their skin needs, how they’re feeling, and how we can make the experience as safe and comfortable as possible.A matted coat may require a different approach.Sensitive skin may call for extra care.An anxious dog may need more time and patience.And every dog deserves a grooming plan tailored to them—not a one-size-fits-all routine.The goal is simple:✨ Exceptional grooming🤍 Thoughtful handling🐾 Individualised care✦ A better experience for every dogBecause when expertise comes first, beautiful results follow naturally.Bow Wows Dublin — where grooming is treated as professional care.#dublindogs #doggrooming #professionalpetcare #bowwowsdublin

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Being a groomer isn’t just about knowing how to groom a dog. It’s about knowing the dog you’re grooming.Before I pick up the clippers, I want to understand the dog in front of me.Their personality.Their body language.Their comfort level.Their previous grooming experiences.What they’re telling me on that particular day.And just as importantly — I want to help them feel comfortable on the grooming table.Because a grooming table shouldn’t simply be a place where a haircut happens. It should be a place where trust is built.At Bow Wows Dublin, I follow our CARE™ Framework: Connect. Assess. Respect. Enhance.We connect before we groom.We assess the individual dog, not just the booking.We respect their welfare and comfort throughout the process.And only then do we enhance the coat and create the best finish possible.Sometimes that means taking more time.Sometimes it means changing the approach.Sometimes it means taking a break.And sometimes, it means changing the groom itself.That is what professional grooming means to me.Not just grooming the coat — understanding the dog.Welfare first. Aesthetics second. Always.#BowWowsDublin #CAREFramework #WelfareFirst #DogGroomingDublin #onetoonegrooming