The Posh Paw

Hopkinton dog grooming salon with a show-ring background: breed trims, hand stripping, sporting-dog carding and doodle care.

Closed, opens 8:00 am Tuesday

73 West Main StHopkinton, MA 01748(774) 477-4275

Services

All-inclusive pricing by size and coat type; the salon sells no add-ons.

What The Posh Paw says

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

  • Nervous or anxious pets · Calm, low-stress settingOur salon is calm and peaceful - perfect for pets who are anxious, sensitive, or simply appreciate a gentle touch.
  • Grooms doodlesWe provide expert care for doodles of all coat types.
  • Poodle cutsMedium Doodle/Poodle: $140
  • Breed-standard cutswe specialize in trims that honor your dog’s breed standard and coat type.
  • How long a groom takesTypically, a grooming session can take anywhere from 3 to 4 hours.

Hours

Tuesday8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Friday8:00 am to 4:00 pm
SaturdaytodayBy appointment

Good to know

Karen Osper began grooming in 1985 with Golden Retrievers and later American Cocker Spaniels, and spent over 30 years breeding, showing and grooming purebred dogs. Tiff, the newest groomer, has a soft spot for large, fluffy breeds.

The salon is quiet and spa-like, suited to anxious or sensitive dogs, and uses premium products for pets with allergies, skin conditions or medical sensitivities. A groom usually takes 3 to 4 hours.

Open Tuesday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and select Saturdays by appointment. Serves Hopkinton, Sudbury, Upton, Milford, Ashland, Bellingham, Northborough and nearby towns. Pays by cash, credit, debit or check.

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Between grooms

The basics for the weeks in between. Picked by PawsRx, not recommended by The Posh Paw.

  • Slicker brushes

    Slicker brushes

    Curly and doodle coats mat close to the skin. Groomers follow a slicker with a metal comb to check they reached the bottom.

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  • Lick mats

    Lick mats

    Something to lick, stuck to the tub wall or the floor, keeps a lot of dogs still for a bath or a nail trim.

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also handyMetal grooming combsNail grindersNon-slip rugs and runnersNon-slip bath mats

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