Dog Grooming at Pet Hotels: Complete Guide

Understanding what grooming is included vs extra saves money and surprises.

Standard Included Grooming

Most pet hotels include at no extra charge:

  • Daily brushing (basic)
  • Eye area cleaning
  • Ear spot check
  • Paw inspection
  • Bandana or bow on departure

Common Extra Services (Charged)

ServiceAverage Turkey Price 2027
Bath + blow dry150-350 TRY
Full groom (cut + bath)250-600 TRY
Nail trim80-150 TRY
Ear cleaning (deep)100-180 TRY
Teeth brushing80-150 TRY
De-shedding treatment180-350 TRY

Breed-Specific Grooming

Some breeds need professional grooming during stays:

  • Poodle: Every 4-6 weeks
  • Bichon: Every 4-6 weeks
  • Cocker Spaniel: Every 6-8 weeks
  • Yorkshire Terrier: Every 4-6 weeks
  • Pomeranian: Every 4-6 weeks

Book grooming appointment at time of hotel booking.

Questions to Ask

  1. What grooming is included in the rate?
  2. Do you have an in-house groomer?
  3. Can I book a full groom for pick-up day?
  4. What is your experience with my breed?

The Pick-Up Day Groom

Many owners book a full bath + groom for the final day:

  • Dog arrives home fresh
  • Good psychological transition
  • Worth the extra cost for longer stays
De-matting150-400 TRY