Professional Grooming
What you didn't know about cat grooming:
Contrary to popular belief, cats do NOT groom themselves! They lick only the surface of the coat, spreading Fel D1 protein-packed saliva that many humans are allergic to. No cat’s “grooming” endeavors will compare to the squeaky clean of a professional bath using the right products and techniques.
So why does matting occur? Cats naturally shed their coats, and a mat is simply the buildup of detached hair that was unable to fall off completely because it was caught in grease or a thick undercoat, hence why a clean cat is a mat-free cat! As the cat sheds over time, the buildup of trapped and tangled hair worsens, and mats form.
Do you have a greasy, dandruffy, matted, or even pelted cat? Do you have difficulty trimming your cat’s nails or even running a comb through their coat? Our goal is to both solve your cat’s grooming issues without judgment passed on you the guardian, and to promote healthy skin and coat through education and a regular grooming schedule.
How We're Different: We're Purrfessionals.
We have a single station grooming room which means your cat will be the ONLY animal being groomed during their appointment time. We train, follow and groom to National Cat Grooming Institute (NCGI) standards and we are the one and only cat-exclusive grooming salon in Colorado Springs. All of our grooms are done on an appointment basis to minimize stress on your cat, so at no point will they be sitting in a wire cage amidst other cats and dogs waiting to be groomed. We know how to assess, handle and calm a stressed kitty, and most importantly how to keep everyone safe.
Cats need grooming too.
Grooming Menu
Full Groom $55+
Includes bath & blow dry, nail trim, brush out and cleaning the ears and eyes. Any trimming, shaving, de-matting and/or degreasing is charged extra.
- Domestic Short Hair $55
- Domestic Medium / Long Hair $65
- Exotics, American Shorthairs $70
- Siberians, Himalayans & Ragdolls $75
- Persians & Maine Coons $85
***As a safety precaution, we do NOT offer Full Grooms without nail trims
*Sedation by Licensed Veterinarian +$200
- A $200 add-on to any grooming service (grooming fees are charged separately). Price includes an exam, sedation, vitals monitoring, sedation reversal, and after-care by a licensed mobile veterinarian in our facility (advance scheduling and separate payment method required).
*De-shed treatment $20
- *A service add-on to Full Grooms. An incredibly effective rake & vac tool that tackles excessive shedding.
*De-matting $10 to $200
- *A service add-on to a Full Groom. Prices vary depending on the severity, temperament of the cat, and time spent restoring the coat. For cats with any widespread matting or pelts (mats tight against the skin), a Lion Cut may be the only option.
*Degreasing $5 – $10
- *A service add-on to a Full Groom. A pre-bath degreaser followed by a natural degreasing soap designed specifically for cats. Price will depend on the amount of time and product required to reach a completely clean coat.
*Fecal Removal $10
- *A service add-on to a Full Groom.
*Flea/mite/lice/tick Removal $20
- *A service add-on to a Full Groom.
Lion Cut $120+
- Widespread matted and/or pelted cats are $140+
- Includes a full groom plus a full body shave with the exception of the tail (can also request shaved tail with poof at the end), boots, and mane.
Sanitary Trim $20
- Great for long hair cats, senior cats and Manx that are prone to getting “cling-ons” and “dingleberries” stuck to their rear ends after going #2! This is a shave the area immediately around private parts and about 1 inch up the tail.
Belly Shave $30
- Undetectable when kitty is standing on all fours. Includes a sanitary trim and complete shave up to the armpits to prevent matting and other unwanted catching of dirt etc under the body.
Undercoat Brush Out $20
- Basic full-body brushing. De-matting and de-shedding treatment not included.
Soft Paws
See photo below. Soft paws are flexible plastic caps that cover the cat’s nails as a humane alternative to de-clawing. Depending on the cat of course, most caps should last anywhere between 2-5 weeks. **Do NOT trim nails at home prior to soft paws appointment please**
- Front Claws only (in clear) $25
- Front and Rear Claws (in clear) $30
- Sparkle OR Color (can customize color combo) add $5 to base prices above
Toe Tuft Trim $10
- Great for long hair cats prone to getting litter cakes between toes.
- *Pro tip: Try a clumping grass-based litter. It’s fantastic at odor control and it won’t cake on your cat’s paws.
Nail Trim $10
- All four paws. Handling fee may apply for aggressive cats.
Daycare Add On $30+
- Optional daycare for those unable to drop-off and/or pick up at specified appointment times. You may drop off as early as 8am, and pick up as late as 6pm. Your cat will have their own room with a litter box, food from home, and water. **Subject to availability in the boarding area & must be reserved ahead of time**
Grooming FAQs
What is the cancellation policy for grooming appointments?
- If you’d like to change your appointment, please contact us ASAP. There is no penalty for changing your appointment date/time as long as we have 48 hrs of notice.
- If you wish to cancel, please note that all cancellations are subject to a minimum $25 cancellation fee.
- Cancellations or reschedules with less than 48 hours notice, no-shows or cats arriving to appointments without proof of valid vaccinations will be charged the full amount of the scheduled service.
How often should my cat get groomed?
This will depend on a variety of factors such as your cat’s skin and coat type, tolerance, indoor/outdoor, health and age. Anywhere from 4-12 weeks for long hair cats, to once every 4-6 months for short hair cats is recommended to keep the skin and coat healthy. There are always exceptions to this guidance, and an in-person assessment is the only way to give an tailored recommendation.
Are weekend appointments available?
Unfortunately, our weekend appointments are completely booked with our clients on a regular 8-week schedule.
Can you de-mat without a bath?
The short answer is no. Dematting is an additional service attached to a full groom because simply put: a squeaky clean cat = mat prevention. We approach matting with the mindset of PREVENTING it from happening again through educating and informing owners. Keeping the coat and skin clean, degreased, and free from dandruff and dead undercoat is the ONLY way to prevent mats from returning, and that’s achieved with a professional degreasing bath using professional products and equipment.
Whenever possible, we avoid spot shaving mats because for one, we take pride in doing proper cat grooming that looks good and is done right (no hack jobs here), but most importantly, shaving out mats without fixing the root cause of the mat does absolutely nothing to help the cat (except very temporarily).
Can you sedate? My cat is aggressive, but needs a groom/dematting badly.
Yes! With the help of our mobile vet partner. We just need plenty of advanced notice in order to schedule a time for Dr Victoria Staus of Furry Friends Mobile Vet to come to our grooming salon to administer. Her sedation fees are $200 which includes travel, exam, sedation, monitoring of vital signs throughout, reversal and after care.
If your cat doesn’t require full sedation or “going under,” your veterinarian may prescribe an oral sedative in anticipation for grooming, which is best to administer approximately 30 minutes prior to your appointment.
How soon can I get my cat in for an appointment?
Depending on the time of year, we can be booked out 5+ weeks for grooming appointments. *We do not discount our de-matting services because of appointment availability, so we highly encourage pre-booking any mat-prone cats on an 8-12 week schedule for preventative maintenance.
What if my cat is shy and scares easily?
Cats have exquisite senses and can stress very easily. We highly recommend adding Zylkene to their food at least one week prior to your appointment to help facilitate adaption to the challenging situation of grooming. Zylkene is a natural product that comes in capsules you sprinkle over their food, proven to help manage stress in both cats and dogs. Its active ingredient is derived from milk protein casein, the same calming ingredient a kitten would get from their momma cat while nursing.
Vaccination Requirements
For the safety of our staff and because our salon and boarding area are under the same roof, proof of FVRCP and Rabies must be provided before we can groom your cat. Cats arriving to appointments without proof of valid vaccinations may be charged to full amount of the scheduled visit.
Can I drop off my cat in the morning and pick them up after work?
Yes! An average full groom should take about an hour, but if you don’t have that kind of flexibility during your day, we’re happy to put them up in one of our luxury boarding rooms as long as we have space. Standard room rates apply, but the after 12pm checkout fee does not.
My cat has some kind of sore, but I think a bath will help it. Can you do that?
Due to the risk of contamination, and in consideration of the other cats in the facility, we cannot. Cats found to have open sores, infections, scabs etc will have to be rescheduled until the condition resolves.
Why are Lion Cuts so expensive?!
Some cats are willing to work with clippers, but some cats are absolutely petrified by the sound and feel of them, and by the amount of handling and restraint required to get it done. The skin must be nice and flat in order to shave safely, which often means a second pair of hands AND more time. If your kitty shows us signs of extreme stress, we will discontinue the groom. We always begin the shaving process on kitty’s underbelly so they don’t end up with a reverse mohawk if we aren’t able to continue.
We’ve found that severely matted cats tend to be more tolerant of shaving, likely because they’re eager to be freed from the pain of mats. While these cats may be easier to handle, the process takes much longer because of the greater risk of injury that comes with tight mats pulling the skin toward the clipper blade.