



Scheduling Guidelines
Grooming is Healthcare
At Zen Paws Pet Spa, we believe routine grooming supports your pet's health, comfort, and overall well-being. Consistent scheduling helps maintain healthy skin and coat condition while creating a safer, lower-stress grooming experience.
Paw'dicure (Nail Care)
Appointments are available:
Morning: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Evening: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Appointments are scheduled every 10 minutes for quick and convenient visits.
Recommended Frequency: Every 2–6 weeks (most pets benefit from every 4 weeks).
Paw'dicure Membership members may schedule nail services throughout the day.
Bath & Blow
A maintenance service for pets that do not require trimming or styling.
Includes:
Bath
Blow Dry
Brush Out
Nail Care
Ear Care
Recommended Frequency: Every 8 weeks
Ideal For:
Short-coated breeds
Routine coat maintenance
Double-coated and heavy-coated breeds
The Refresh
The Refresh builds upon the Bath & Blow by adding basic maintenance trimming.
Includes:
Everything in the Bath & Blow, plus:
Face Trim
Feet Trim
Sanitary Trim
Recommended Frequency: Every 6–8 weeks
Ideal For:
Pets that need hygiene and maintenance trimming but do not require full-body styling.
The Contour
The Contour is designed for pets who need coat shaping while maintaining a natural appearance.
Includes:
Everything in The Refresh, plus:
Outline Trimming
Coat Shaping
Silhouette Enhancement
Recommended Frequency: Every 6–8 weeks
Ideal For:
Breeds such as Golden Retrievers, Spaniels, Setters, and other pets where maintaining the natural outline of the coat is desired.
Full Styling Services
Includes:
The Style
The Poodle
The Dood
These services involve full-body haircutting, breed styling, or customized trims.
Recommended Frequency: Every 4–6 weeks
Regular appointments help maintain style, prevent matting, and create a safer, more comfortable grooming experience.
Longer Coat Maintenance
Pets maintained at 1 inch or longer must be groomed every 4 weeks, regardless of service type.
This helps prevent:
Matting
Coat damage
Skin irritation
The need for shave-downs
If regular maintenance cannot be maintained, a shorter trim may be recommended for your pet's comfort and well-being.
Scheduling Tips
Pre-book future appointments whenever possible.
Most clients schedule 4–8 weeks in advance.
Consistent grooming creates better results and a more comfortable experience for your pet.
Irregular scheduling may result in:
Additional coat maintenance fees
Limited styling options
Shorter coat lengths when necessary for safety and comfort
Our Philosophy
Humanity Over Vanity
Your pet's comfort, safety, and health always come first. Sometimes that means adjusting the service or style to meet your pet's individual needs.