How much does dog grooming cost in Chicago?
Updated 16 Oct 2026
A full groom covers bathing, blow-drying, a breed cut or styling, sanitary trim, ear cleaning, and nail clipping. Here is what Chicago salons in our catalogue charge, based on their published price lists:
Full grooming · Chicago
Costs from $35 to $120, average $75. We compared 6 places; prices checked 10 Oct 2026.
All pricesStarting rates apply to small dogs with coats in good condition. Salons charge higher fees for larger breeds, curly or double coats, and dematting.
A bath without a haircut
A bath service includes washing, blow-drying, and brushing out without scissor or clipper work.
Bath & blow-dry · Chicago
Costs from $22 to $55, average $50. We compared 3 places; prices checked 10 Oct 2026.
All pricesNail trim
Nail trimming or grinding is a quick walk-in or add-on service.
Nail trim · Chicago
Costs from $10 to $25, average $12. We compared 5 places; prices checked 10 Oct 2026.
All pricesCat grooming
Fewer than three salons in Chicago publish fixed prices for cat grooming online. Most salons in the city focus exclusively on dogs, while those accepting felines provide quotes individually based on coat condition and temperament.
Salons across Chicago
Explore pet salons across Chicago neighborhoods:
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How we checked
Every figure comes directly from published price lists on salons' websites in Chicago. Prices quoted per hour or incomplete packages are excluded from city median calculations. Confirm current pricing with the salon when booking.
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