Dapper Doggery

Crate-free, one-on-one dog and cat grooming salon in Poway, with Fear Free certified stylists and certified cat groomers.

Closed, opens 9:00 am today

12855 Pomerado Rd, Ste. DPoway, CA 92064(858) 748-7554

Services

Most appointments take 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on size, coat and the services chosen.

Nails and Add-Ons

What Dapper Doggery says

In their own words, from dapperdoggery.com, read October 9, 2026.

  • Fear Free certifiedOur team includes Fear-Free certified stylists, Certified Cat Groomers, and groomers trained in CPR and first aid, so your pet is always in caring, capable hands.
  • Calm, low-stress setting · Cage-freeBy working one-on-one and grooming straight through, we create a low-stress, crate-free experience designed to prioritize your pet’s safety and comfort.
  • One pet at a timeWe believe grooming should feel more like a spa day than a chore, which is why we schedule one-on-one sessions with their trusted groomer - no waiting around in crates or noisy rooms.
  • Grooms catsProfessional, gentle grooming tailored to your cat’s needs - from de-shedding and sanitary trims to nail care and mat prevention.
  • Breed-standard cutsour highly trained and certified pet stylists specialize in everything from breed-standard trims and custom coloring to spa treatments, skin therapy, dental care, and more.
  • How long a groom takesEach furry friend gets our full attention from start to finish, and is back in your arms in about 1.5-2 hours feeling fresh, relaxed, and oh-so-loved.

Hours

Tuesday9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturdaytoday9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Good to know

Dapper Doggery has been a grooming salon in Poway since 1978. Each pet is groomed one-on-one, straight through, so no one waits in a crate between clients.

The team includes Fear Free certified stylists, certified cat groomers and groomers trained in pet CPR and first aid, and the salon uses Italian grooming products. Services run from breed-standard trims to custom coloring and spa treatments.

Cat appointments are limited and scheduled for a quiet visit. The salon does not sedate cats.

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Between grooms

The basics for the weeks in between. Picked by PawsRx, not recommended by Dapper Doggery.

  • Cat brushes

    Cat brushes

    Long-haired cats mat first behind the ears, under the legs and on the belly. Short, frequent sessions tend to go better than one long one.

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  • Cat nail clippers

    Cat nail clippers

    A cat's claws retract, so you press the toe pad gently to bring the claw out before you trim the tip.

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