Dog Grooming in Bluffton, SC: Groomers and Pet Salons
Who grooms dogs in Bluffton, where each salon is, what Petco lists for prices, and what to know about rabies shots before you book.
For dog grooming in Bluffton, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming is in Old Town. Paw Metto Pooches, Sandy Paws Pet Salon and the Petco Grooming salon are around Belfair Towne Village, and Shaggy Dogs Grooming is on Buckwalter Parkway. Petco lists a bath from $22. South Carolina’s rabies law says your dog’s rabies shot must be up to date.
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Bluffton Facts for Dog Grooming
- Rabies shot
- South Carolina’s rabies law says you must keep your dog’s rabies vaccination up to date. Petco Grooming asks for proof for dogs 16 weeks and older, given at least 24 hours before the appointment.
- Where the groomers are
- Woof Gang is in Old Town. Sandy Paws, Paw Metto Pooches and Petco Grooming are around Belfair Towne Village and US 278. Shaggy Dogs Grooming is on Buckwalter Parkway.
- Starting prices
- Petco Grooming lists a bath from $22 and a bath with haircut from $38 (as of October 2026). The salons below set their own prices by breed and coat, so ask when you book.
- Open days
- Petco Grooming is open seven days a week. Paw Metto Pooches grooms Tuesday to Friday and every other Saturday, and is closed Sunday.
- Mobile groomers
- No mobile groomer is based in Bluffton (October 2026); the groomers here are all shops. For a vet who comes to your home, see Fetch A Vet on the pet services page.
Dog Groomers in Bluffton, SC
How we chose these: dog groomers with a shop in Bluffton and a long record of customer reviews. Each card lists the facts you can check, including where the shop is; the stars open a summary of what customers say.
7 Lawton St, Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: (843) 757-9663
A grooming salon and pet supply shop in Old Town, with online booking.
Why it’s listed: Owners praise the groomers by name and say nervous first-timers, dogs and owners alike, are put at ease. The shop is spotless and the treats are a hit, and people also come in for dog food and gifts.
- Where:
- Lawton St in Old Town, 2.4 mi from Belfair Towne Village and 4.1 mi from Buckwalter Place
- Also does:
- Sells pet food, in store or by special order, with free delivery
- Book:
- Online, or call the shop
21 Kitties Landing Rd Unit A, Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: (843) 837-3647
A pet salon off Kitties Landing Road, between Old Town and Belfair.
Why it’s listed: Owners like that the groomers ask exactly how you want your dog to look before they start, and that anxious or neglected dogs are treated kindly. One owner got a matted shih tzu back in under three hours.
- Where:
- Kitties Landing Rd, 1.2 mi from Old Town and 1.3 mi from Belfair Towne Village
- Hours:
- Tuesday to Friday 8 to 5, every other Saturday 9 to 5, closed Sunday
- Discount:
- 10% off grooming for military and first responders with a valid ID
23 Plantation Park Dr #304, Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: (843) 757-7263
A pet salon on Plantation Park Drive, near Belfair Towne Village.
Why it’s listed: Several owners came here after bad experiences elsewhere and say they found a gentle groomer: dogs that used to dread grooming come out relaxed. The salon is clean, prices are called reasonable, and they call the day before.
- Where:
- Plantation Park Dr, 0.5 mi from Belfair Towne Village and 2.4 mi from Old Town
102 Buckwalter Pkwy #3B, Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: (843) 706-7297
A grooming shop on Buckwalter Parkway, the closest groomer on this page to Sun City.
Why it’s listed: Regulars with big or finicky dogs, including three Labs and a large doodle, have used the shop for years and praise the two groomers’ skill and kindness, down to carrying the dogs out to the car.
- Where:
- Buckwalter Pkwy, 1.0 mi from Buckwalter Place and 2.3 mi from Sun City
1015 Fording Island Rd, Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: (843) 757-9081
The salon inside Petco on Fording Island Road, open seven days a week.
Why it’s listed: Owners name the groomers who put their dogs at ease and say the staff is friendly. One owner of a miniature schnauzer on a farm got a longer cut that suits farm life, and another has been back for a dozen baths in two years.
- Where:
- Fording Island Rd, 1.0 mi from Belfair Towne Village and 1.7 mi from Old Town
- Hours:
- Monday to Saturday 8 to 4, Sunday 9 to 5. Call and press 1 for the salon
- Starting prices:
- Bath from $22, bath and haircut from $38 (as of October 2026)
- Book:
- Online, by phone, or walk in for the quick “Mini Make-Rover” services
Mobile Dog Grooming in Bluffton, SC
No mobile dog groomer is based in Bluffton (October 2026), so none is carded here. Mobile groomers from nearby towns may travel to Bluffton: ask for the service area, the price per dog and how far ahead they book before you commit.
If the reason is a dog that panics in the car, a mobile vet is a different job but can help with check-ups at home: Fetch A Vet is on Bluffton pet services.
Before Your Dog’s First Grooming Appointment
South Carolina’s rabies law says you must keep your dog’s rabies shot up to date, and groomers can ask to see the paperwork. Petco Grooming asks for up-to-date records based on age: two rounds of puppy starter shots for dogs under 16 weeks, and a rabies vaccine for dogs 16 weeks and older, at least 24 hours before the appointment. Other salons set their own rules, so ask when you book.
Tell the groomer about matting, skin trouble, age and anything that makes your dog nervous. A badly matted coat may need a shorter cut than you asked for. Salons book up, so for a groomer in Bluffton before a holiday week, call a week or two ahead.
Grooming at a Boarding Kennel
If your dog is boarding anyway, ask the kennel about a bath before pick-up. A Place to Paws, at the PAWS Center on Buckwalter Place Boulevard, lists a spa service called PawsSpa. Ask May River Pet Resort and Brooke’s Bed & Biscuit whether they offer one too. The boarders are on Bluffton dog boarding.
Dog Groomers in Ridgeland, Okatie and Hardeeville
For a dog groomer in Ridgeland, or for dog grooming in Ridgeland and Okatie, Ruff Cuts at 59-A Riverwalk Boulevard, with a Ridgeland ZIP code of 29936, grooms dogs, cats and other pets and is open Tuesday to Friday 8 to 2 and Saturday 8:30 to 2; call (843) 645-9663. It’s 2.3 mi from Sun City. Its site doesn’t list the towns it serves, so ask if you’re coming from farther away.
In Hardeeville, PetSmart has a grooming salon at 161 Copper Plate Road, 1.9 mi from Sun City. The Bluffton groomers above are all within about 5 mi of each other.
More Pet Help in Bluffton
Boarding, daycare, vets and horse stables are on Bluffton pet services. Groomers on Hilton Head Island are on island pet services, and pet food and supplies are on island pet stores. For the rest of town, see the Bluffton guide, Old Town and Belfair.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get my dog groomed in Bluffton, SC?
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming is in Old Town on Lawton Street. Paw Metto Pooches on Kitties Landing Road, Sandy Paws Pet Salon on Plantation Park Drive and the Petco Grooming salon on Fording Island Road are around Belfair Towne Village. Shaggy Dogs Grooming is on Buckwalter Parkway.
Is there a mobile dog groomer in Bluffton, SC?
No mobile dog groomer is based in Bluffton (October 2026). Mobile groomers from nearby towns may travel here, so ask for their service area. Fetch A Vet is a mobile vet that comes to your home.
How much does dog grooming cost in Bluffton?
Petco Grooming lists a bath from $22 and a bath with haircut from $38 as of October 2026. The other salons price by breed and coat, so call for a quote.
Does my dog need a rabies shot before grooming?
South Carolina’s rabies law says you must keep your dog’s rabies shot up to date. Petco Grooming asks for proof of a rabies vaccine for dogs 16 weeks and older, given at least 24 hours before the appointment. Other salons set their own rules.
Which dog groomer in Bluffton is closest to Old Town?
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming on Lawton Street is in Old Town. Paw Metto Pooches on Kitties Landing Road is the next closest, about 1.2 mi away.
Is there dog grooming in Ridgeland, SC?
Ruff Cuts at 59-A Riverwalk Boulevard has a Ridgeland ZIP code and is open Tuesday to Friday 8 to 2 and Saturday 8:30 to 2. Call (843) 645-9663.
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