This post is the fourth in my 2027 pricing update series, and the first of two posts that lay out the actual pricing. Today I am covering the Short Hair tier and the Long & Fluffy tier. The Doodles & Curly tier will be published in the next post on December 15.
If you have been following this series, you already know what is changing at the high level. The pricing structure is being rebuilt around three coat tiers. The weight classes are being adjusted. The full grooming services are being defined clearly. Full grooming services include teeth brushing or dental spray, nail trimming and grinding, and ear cleaning. External anal glands and ear plucking are no longer part of the standard services. All prices quoted are exclusive of any applicable fees.
Now, here is the pricing itself.
Short Hair
Short Hair includes luxury bath, blow-out, and de-shedding treatment.
| Weight Class | Example Breeds | Mobile Base Price |
|---|---|---|
| Small / Medium (Under 40 lbs) | Pugs, Boston Terriers, Dachshunds, Beagles, French Bulldogs | $85 – $95 |
| Large (40 – 80 lbs) | Labs, Pitbulls, Boxers, Pointers, Basset Hounds | $100 – $115 |
| Extra Large (Over 80 lbs) | Mastiffs, Great Danes, Cane Corsos, Saint Bernards | $120 – $130 |
The price range within each weight class reflects the actual condition of the coat. A well-maintained short coat that is on a regular grooming schedule falls toward the lower end. A coat that needs extra de-shedding work, has buildup, or is overdue for a groom falls toward the higher end. If you are not sure where your dog falls, text me at (419) 315-4989 and I will tell you what to expect.
Long & Fluffy
Long & Fluffy covers double coats and drop coats requiring extensive brushing, de-shedding, or outline trimming.
| Weight Class | Example Breeds | Mobile Base Price |
|---|---|---|
| Small (Under 30 lbs) | Yorkies, Pomeranians, Shih Tzus, Shelties | $95 – $110 |
| Medium (30 – 60 lbs) | Cocker Spaniels, Mini Aussies, Springer Spaniels, Border Collies | $115 – $135 |
| Large (60 – 90 lbs) | Golden Retrievers, standard Huskies, Samoyeds | $145 – $160 |
| Extra Large (90 – 110 lbs) | large Malamutes, Bernese Mountain Dogs | $165 – $180 |
| XXL (110+ lbs) | Newfoundlands, Great Pyrenees | $185 – $205 |
What These Prices Include
Every full grooming service at Vroom Grooms includes the following, regardless of the tier:
– Luxury bath with coat-appropriate shampoo
– Blow-out and brushing during the dry
– De-shedding treatment (Short Hair) or extensive brushing and de-shedding (Long & Fluffy)
– Teeth brushing or dental spray
– Nail trimming and grinding
– Ear cleaning
– Body check, with any concerns flagged to the owner
External anal glands and ear plucking are no longer part of the service at all. They are not included in the base price, and they are not available as add-ons, even on a vet recommendation. Gland expression belongs with your veterinarian, and ear plucking is no longer recommended by modern veterinary dermatology for routine care.
What These Prices Do Not Include
The pricing in the tables above is the base price for the groom. The following fees may apply on top of the base price, depending on the situation:
– Overage fee: $50 for each 20 to 30 minutes the groom runs over the 2-hour block
– Difficult dog fee: Applied to the higher end of the price range when the dog is fighting, biting, or otherwise uncooperative
– After-hours fee: $50 if the groom runs over and affects the rest of the day’s schedule
– Matted dog fee: Applied when the coat is matted or pelted, plus the price jumps to the next weight bracket
– Travel and parking fees: Specific to certain service areas
All of these fees are documented in the Terms and Conditions on the website. The base price is the starting point, and the fees are applied based on what actually happens during the groom.
What Comes Next
The Doodles & Curly tier pricing will be published in the next post on December 15.
Clients will not be notified by text or email about the new pricing. Everyone will find out when the blog posts go live and the website is updated. The last time there was a pricing adjustment in 2025, the mass communication caused confusion, so this time the new pricing will only be revealed through the blog, the website, and social media posts. (You will still receive your regular appointment reminders by text when you have a groom booked. The no-notification approach is specifically for pricing and policy changes.)
The full 2027 pricing, including the Doodles & Curly tier, will be posted on the website on January 1, 2027.
Stay fresh and furry, Nicole / Vroom Grooms LLC
About the Author
Nicole is the owner and certified groomer behind Vroom Grooms LLC, a mobile dog grooming service serving Northwest Ohio. She has been certified since 2020 after completing 640 hours of hands-on training, and is rolling out the 2027 pricing update with plenty of advance notice so every client can plan ahead.
This post was drafted with help from Nagini 🐍, her digital assistant, who keeps the blog running, handles the tech side of the website, and makes sure Nicole spends more time with dogs and less time wrestling with WordPress.