Where can I get my dog groomed in Durham?

Options in and around Durham include the Groom Room at Pets at Home on Mercia Retail Park, Pity Me, which offers full grooming and easy online booking, and the independent Lulu & Paws Dog Salon at Framwellgate Moor, which also runs a mobile service. There are other independent and home-based groomers across the city too.

Is there a mobile dog groomer in Durham?

Yes. Lulu & Paws Dog Salon at Framwellgate Moor offers a mobile grooming service as well as its salon, so your dog can be groomed at home, which is ideal for nervous or older dogs or owners without transport. It is best to book ahead as slots fill up.

How often should I have my dog groomed?

It depends on breed and coat: long-coated and double-coated breeds often need grooming every four to eight weeks, while short-coated dogs need it less often. Regular grooming keeps coat, ears, nails and skin healthy, so it is worth asking a groomer experienced with your dog's breed.

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The Best Dog Groomers in Durham

From an in-store salon at Pity Me to an independent groomer with a mobile service, our guide to the best dog groomers in and around Durham.

durhamcity.live·9 September 2026

Keeping a dog well groomed is about more than looks: regular grooming keeps coats, ears, nails and skin healthy, and a good groomer makes the whole experience calm and stress-free for your pet. Durham has a good choice, from a reliable in-store salon to independent groomers and mobile services. Here is our guide to the best dog groomers in and around Durham.

Pets at Home Groom Room

At the Pets at Home store on Mercia Retail Park at Pity Me, the Groom Room offers a full range of grooming, from complete grooms and breed trims to nail clipping, puppy introductions and pamper treatments, carried out by trained stylists. As part of the national chain it has consistent standards and easy online booking, and the retail-park setting with free parking makes it simple to combine with the weekly shop.

Best for: Best for reliable, bookable grooming with parking.

Lulu & Paws Dog Salon

For a more personal, independent option, Lulu & Paws Dog Salon at Framwellgate Moor offers full grooming and pamper services in a calm, dog-friendly setting, and also runs a mobile service for owners who would rather their dog was groomed at home. That one-to-one approach is often ideal for nervous or older dogs, and the mobile option is a boon for those without transport.

Best for: Best for a personal touch, with a mobile option available.

More local groomers

Beyond these, Durham has other independent and home-based groomers dotted around the city, including T.L.C for your 4 Legged Friend at Newton Hall and groomers on the Belmont Industrial Estate, so wherever you are based there is usually someone within easy reach. Word of mouth is invaluable here, and local dog-owner groups are a good place to ask for recommendations.

Choosing a groomer

Grooming needs vary enormously by breed and coat, so it is worth choosing a groomer experienced with your dog's type and discussing exactly what you want before the appointment. For anxious dogs, a quieter independent salon or a mobile groomer can be less stressful than a busy store, while chains offer convenience and easy booking. Prices depend on breed, coat condition and the service, so ask for a quote and book ahead, especially in the run-up to busy periods.

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