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Compassionate Pet Care
Picking the right pet Groomer is a tough decision…
Your pets are family, but does your current service treat your pet with the same care and expertise as your family doctor?
Well, at The Dogfather, we know that your pet is part of your family. That’s why we promise to always treat your furry friends with the same love and care that we give our own pets every day.
We will put your mind at ease as our team goes the extra mile to give you and your pet a 5-star experience.

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BATHING AND BRUSHING
Mobile dog grooming is quickly becoming a popular service for a wide range of reasons, including the fact that this type of service is excellent for eliminating a lot of stressors associated with taking your dog in for a shampoo and nail trim. Most dog owners have been there…the hassle of getting your dog into the crate and the car and then out of the car and the crate at the groomers. Mobile grooming makes the process of getting your dog, whether it is a short coat breed or a long coat breed, groomed extremely easy. Here are just a few of the benefits you can expect with mobile pet grooming.
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PET GROOMING
There are plenty of smart reasons to keep your pet looking and smelling nice -- as well as some great reasons to rely on a mobile pet grooming service. Maybe your pet isn't terribly mobile or experiences anxiety in unfamiliar surroundings. Perhaps you simply don't have time to transport him to and from grooming facilities, or you want to watch over the process yourself. These are all good reasons to contact Dogfather Mobile, your mobile pet bathing and grooming service for Shelton, CT and surrounding cities.
FLEA AND TICK PREVENTION AND TREATMENT
Part of keeping your dog happy and healthy requires you to find ways to prevent flea and tick infestations. Our Dogfather Mobile grooming services will treat your pet for fleas or help you to prevent ticks from latching onto your dog or cat. Let our mobile grooming van come to you to keep your pet's coat looking great and flea free. We serve most towns in Fairfield, Middlesex, and New Haven counties, making it easier for us to help your pet with tick prevention and flea treatment.
Are Cats professional Groomers?
There are many who say cats are professional groomers in their own right. Although they do, in fact, spend a good portion of time bathing themselves there are still reasons they may need a little extra maintenance. Below are details as to what you can expect when you make an appointment with us!
- Nail trimming
- A thorough brushing of the hair
- Trimming
- Bath – there are many cats who ARE fans of water!
- Ear cleaning
What is it exactly?
It’s the removal of your pet’s loose undercoat hair. De-shedding your pet results in ridding them of hair that will eventually end up on your furniture and clothes.
Our groomers use special tools designed to stop the shedding where it begins – in the undercoat. Our tools contain unique elements that removes loose hair while leaving your pet with a beautiful, shiny coat!
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Listen To What Our Clients Say...
Because It’s Our Clients That Matter Most

Amazing experience!
Shawna
"My dog, Cabo, is a chocolate lab/weimaraner mix. Her temperament is excellent, but she gets nervous easily. I wasn't able to get her into the truck, but Ashley was able to get her in with no problem. Ashley took her time and meticulously groomed Cabo. In fact, Cabo's grooming was a month ago and her coat still smells great! Thank you so much, I appreciate the convenience of mobile grooming and the amazing care that is provided!"
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West Haven

What a pleasant surprise!
Gary C.
"Dear Matt Harwood...We have never had our dogs groomed in our driveway before. What a pleasant surprise! You can't imagine how hard it is to drive two Newfoundlands to the grooming shop. You came to us, and our babies were taken care of right at our home. Congratulations on a job well done."
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Hamden

True professional!
Lori F.
"Just a quick note to Matt Harwood, 'The Dogfather,' to say 'thanks' for grooming Maxwell. When I relocated to CT 6 months ago, I was finding it difficult finding a superior groomer for my Old English Sheepdog and went through many before finding you. When you finished with Max, my husband even commented on how wonderful Max looked! He said, 'The paws are the indication of whether or not a groomer is good!' And we think you are great. THANKS!"
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Madison
I wasn’t sure who to contact about my feedback on my first appointment. I have nothing but positive things to say about June and Ange. They were absolutely amazing. I was super nervous to have my sheltie groomed due to a previous bad experience. June and Ange gave me a break down on what their plans were with his cut and gave me an opportunity to discuss his likes and dislikes. They were so informative, patient, and professional. I have never come across a groomer this invested in my dog. I loved that they also had a sheltie and they were so lovely to talk to about animals. I didn’t feel rushed or pressured to do anything different with my dog. Echo came back home so happy and loving how clean he was. I hope this positive feedback helps and gets to a manager. They were remarkable. I am so excited I found two amazing groomers.
Thank you!
Amanda & Echo

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We’ve been caring for the animals in Southern CT, and their families, with expertise and compassion for 14 years. We’re proud to have helped thousands of families just like yours with all of their pets’ grooming needs! Big or small, we care for
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First and foremost, we’re animal lovers. So, whether we're simply trimming their nails or providing our spectacular full service grooming, we’ll always treat your animals gently and with respect. We'll also take the time to listen to you, answer your questions, and develop a grooming plan and schedule for a long, healthy life.
Call for our Mobile Service, or come by and see us at our Salon in Meriden. We’ll be waiting to meet you!

IMPORTANCE OF GROOMING
One of the most important, yet overlooked, aspects of routine care for dogs is grooming.
You should brush and comb your dog daily so that he/she becomes used to being touched and handled. A professional grooming should be done every four to ten weeks, depending on the breed. For example, a Lab will go to the groomer a little less often than a Bichon or a golden retriever.
There is a huge benefit to maintaining professional grooming schedule. Removal of the undercoat is extremely important to maintaining good health. In some cases, owner's of severely matted dogs are charged de-matting fees which can be very expensive. De-matting removes the hard knots of hair can result from lack of brushing which is time consuming and unpleasant for the dog.
BRUSHING
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be required.
- Dogs, being social animals, will greet with enthusiasm. A good thing to do is ignore the dog when they jump. Fold your arms, look away and do not talk to the dog. Become a statue.
- Reward the dog when all four paws are on the ground. Give a treat as soon as the dog relaxes and does not attempt to jump.
- Do not back up when your dog jumps. Walk into the dog. Do a quick "cha cha" step into the dog, knocking them slightly off balance.
- Make sure you have a NO JUMP policy. Do not invite the dog to jump on you, and do not allow friends and relatives to permit the dog to jump.
- Teach young puppies to keep all four paws on the ground. Most jumping problems start when our dogs are small puppies.
- Put a leash on the dog when guests come over. Step on the leash as your guests come toward the dog. This forces the dog to stay on the ground.
- COMING WHEN CALLED
- The dog needs to develop a sense of freedom. Without that, the dog will never come.
- Developing a sense of freedom can be done by bringing the dog to a fenced in ballpark or tennis court.
- Use a long line. Attach a 50 to 60 foot long line to the dog’s collar. If the dog does not respond to your "come" command, use the line to guide the dog back to you.
- Every time you command, "come", make sure you reward the dog for coming. Use treats, praise, toys, etc.
- Never call the dog and then punish him. If your dog comes to you and then gets scolded, chances are that he will remember that the next time you call him.
- Make coming when called a game. The more exciting you make the command "come", the better the results.
- You can make it exciting for your dog by getting his attention and running away from him. Dogs love chase games.
- A fun game to play is the spring loaded recall exercise. Have a friend hold your dog’s collar. Get the dog excited and run away while your friend holds the dog. Face the dog and call "come", at which point your friend lets go o collar.
- Reward when the dog gets to you.

Grooming and Dental Care
We love our pets, but pets get dirty.
Your pet’s long hair, unclipped nails and dirty teeth can invite bigger problems, such as parasites, infections and periodontal disease.
Our pet-loving team treat your pets gently and with great care as they wash, trim and groom them. We send your buddy home happy, looking and feeling their absolute best.
Case Study: Canine Behavioral Issues
Susan’s 2-year old Jack Russell, Fitz, kept escaping from her yard, despite all her best attempts to keep him fenced in. He would jump the fence and dig under barriers. He was a real escape artist, especially if there was a female in heat nearby.
Susan was mostly afraid Fritz would get hit by a car. But she also didn’t want to put him through the pain of being neutered. Then one spring day, Fitz detected a female in heat in the neighborhood and escaped. The larger female didn’t share Fitz’s level of interest...and they got into a pretty major fight.
Finally, Susan realized she had no choice and she decided to have Fitz neutered.
The surgery went smoothly and Fitz was back to normal in a couple of weeks. He has also stopped running away and is less territorial and aggressive with other dogs in general.
Many pet owners are hesitant to put their pets through reproductive surgery. However, it’s a quick, simple procedure with minimal side effects with significant benefits. It’s truly the humane choice. Talk to us about it at your next appointment.

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Do You Believe These Grooming Myths?

“Some dog breeds don't shed.”
All dog breeds shed. Just because a dog doesn’t shed much, doesn’t mean he doesn't require a lot of maintenance. Many low-shedding breeds like and need regular trips to the groomer to maintain their coats.
“Pets need baths only infrequently.”
Bathing every week or two (a typical vet recommendation for pets with skin issues) not only helps your dog or cat shed less and smell better, but also works to help prevent or manage certain skin diseases. The key is to ask your vet for grooming suggestions, or leave it to a professional Groomer.
“People shampoo is just as good as pet shampoo.”
Human Shampoos and pet shampoos are not created equal. That’s because dog and cat skin and human skin are not alike in many ways. For starters, human skin is more acidic than pet skin. Then there’s the fact that we have sweat glands all over our skin, while similar glands in dogs, for example, are only on the foot pads. The skin is a major organ that plays a huge role in immunological defense. By using human shampoos, we may strip oils and dry the top layers of an animal’s skin, thereby compromising the body’s natural barrier against infection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do my pets need to see the vet?
Most pets need at least some vaccines each year. For this reason and others, we recommend at least one wellness checkup per year, even for otherwise healthy pets. Older pets may need more frequent visits. We will recommend a treatment schedule for your pet at your first checkup.
Should I have my pet spayed or neutered?
We recommend that most pet owners have their pets spayed or neutered before their first birthday. This helps reduce the number of unwanted pets and control unwanted behaviors. Of course, we’d be glad to discuss your individual situation with us when you come to see us.
Are teeth cleanings really important?
Absolutely. Gum disease is major problem for pets that can seriously impact their quality of life. We recommend two to four times a year dental cleaning to prevent any long-term issues.

Two Salon Located at:
477 South Broad Street, Meriden
360 E. Main Street Stratford


Mobile Grooming Hours
Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday Available in certain towns
Meriden Salon Grooming Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:30 p.m
Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 p.m
Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 p.m
Sunday Closed
Stratford Salon Grooming Hours
Tuesday -Saturday 8:00am - 5:00 pm
CONTACTS
Mobile: 203-907-3626
Meriden: 203-379-0650
Stratford 203-612-1160
Text: 203-231-7694
ADDRESS
477 South Broad Street
Meriden
Connecticut
06450
360 East Main Street
Stratford
Connecticut
06614
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