A Guide to Pet Grooming in the Montclair Area - Montclair Girl

Few things compare to the refreshed feeling after a haircut. It’s the same for the pups in our lives – they need grooming too. With many choices for dog groomers and salons in Essex County, it’s important to find one who is a good match for your pet’s needs and personality. Read on for more information about dog groomers and salons in the Montclair + Essex County area.

All Breed Cat + Dog Grooming is located near the corner of Bloomfield Avenue + Malvern Place. The Salon specializes in dog grooming + dog sitting. Currently, this salon isn’t taking on new clients. However, those interested are encouraged to leave a message via the answering service to receive contact when an opening becomes available.

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Located on Valley Road, City Dog Spa + Boutique is about a 2-minute walk from Upper Montclair’s Starbucks, making this location a work-from-home dream. Clients can drop their dog off and know they will receive a spa-like treatment. City Dog Spa + Boutique is cage-free and opts to use pet suites instead of cages to keep pups as stress-free as possible. This salon is full of passionate dog groomers who are available by appointment only.

Fluff Pup Grooming is located on Hoover Avenue near Pulaski Park. Services available include as relaxing baths, nail trimming, hair cutting, ear cleaning, + more. This salon also has toys and treats available, in case the owner wants to treat their well-behaved pups. Be sure to check out its website or call for more information on free Fluff Pup photo shoots.

Owner Leslie named this salon after her dog, Nina. Leslie took over the business in March 2024. e. The storefront is located near the corner of Franklin Avenue + Stager Street. Grooming is made by appointment and includes lush services like 1-on-1 time with pups, cage-free drying sessions, and grooming by the owner every time.

Noelle’s Grooming Salon is located near the corner of Prospect Street + Stager Street. This family-owned + operated salon is about an 8-minute walk from the Nutley Diner, making it a great spot to stroll around the town, and grab a bite to eat while waiting for a furry friend to finish getting pampered. The salon provides services for grooming, pet sitting, + dog walking.

Paws + Thank You provides a slightly different type of service than others on this list. Dog groomer, Tomoko, has several training + grooming certifications. Grooming services include a Meet + Greet and Fear Free In-Home Grooming. There are also sessions available to help with personalized grooming, like Grooming Foundations sessions, which take dog owners through the process of creating a step-by-step guide to get pups ready for a stress-free experience. Training services are also available in-home or virtually.

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Located on Valley Road, this “open concept grooming salon” allows owners to be part of the process of grooming their dogs. Refreshments + a workspace are provided for customers. Pricing can be found on its website, however, Ruff to Fluff also encourages those curious to call for further information, as every pup is different. There is also an additional location in Jersey City at 580 Palisade Avenue.

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Style N’ Canine Pet Services is located near the corner of Chatham Road + Woodland Road. The location is about a one-minute walk from the Short Hills train station. This salon prides itself on accepting + grooming all dogs regardless of size. A phone number is listed on its Facebook page (973-433-9665) to inquire further about appointments + pricing.

Summer brings about change, but not always the good kind. Whether it's the loud noises of construction waking us up bright and early, or the hundreds of violation notices regarding our sidewalks, there is always something going on in Montclair. Keep reading to learn about three new updates in the Montclair area.

On the way to get your morning bagel and coffee in Watchung Plaza, you may have noticed the entirety of the center park is closed. The town hopes to make the plaza more accessible to people with disabilities, creating an overall more welcoming and navigable environment. The construction started on May 23rd, and Montclair residents can expect the center of the plaza to be closed for six to eight weeks while it occurs. The project includes repaving and repairing brick pavers, the addition of concrete pads and pervious asphalt paving systems, and relocating or furnishing/installing park benches and picnic tables. The project also includes the overall restoration of the site, including landscaping and electrical improvements.

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Residents will be excited to know there will soon be more options for overnight parking in Montclair. An ordinance was passed expanding eligibility for overnight parking across the town. Under the ordinance, residents will have the option to purchase a parking permit for a $45 monthly fee, meaning they will be able to park from 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM the following morning. The permit is known as an “S” permit, and applications to obtain one started on May 28th. To apply, residents will need proof of address and a valid driver's license or state-issued ID. There is limited availability for each street, and waitlists will be created once they reach their capacity. See the website for more information on how to apply.

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Homeowners in Montclair are now required to maintain their sidewalks structurally and pay for any costs this entails. The ordinance went into action on April 1st, and since then, over 170 violation notices have been issued with a 45-day time frame for residents to complete repairs. Many of those recipients have been vocal about their unhappiness with the fines. It has been noted that if sidewalks are even a quarter of an inch out of line with the grade, they will need to be repaired. This is a federal requirement under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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