Tall Tails In-Home Dog Grooming
It's no tall "tail" that being groomed can be pretty scary for your pup! That's why Tall Tails comes to you, and helps take the stress out of grooming for you and your dog.I am certified, insured, and servicing within Central Suffolk county!
Who benefits from in-home grooming?
Dogs who struggle with motion sickness or anxiety in the car
Dogs who may be reactive or aggressive towards other dogs
Senior dogs who can no longer handle the trip to and from the salon
Dogs who need a one-on-one experience
Dogs who are cage-aggressive or not used to being crated
Busy owners with no time for taking their dog to the salon
Owners who may not be able to drive or get a ride to the salon
Every appointment includes:
Gentle, tear-free blueberry face shampoo
Cleansing and conditioning of the coat with high-quality, moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. All products used are cruelty free
Drying and gentle de-tangling of the coat (if tolerated). A "Happy Hoodie" will be used for ear protection if your pup permits
Nail clipping and grinding
Ear cleaning
And, of course, a haircut!
Pricing:
Dogs up to 20 pounds start at $120
Dogs from 21 to 40 pounds start at $145
Prices listed above are estimates. Behavior and coat condition may affect price.
Ask about discount pricing for multiple dogs!
Policies:
Your dog's rabies vaccine must be up to date, as required by state law. New York State requires all dogs over 4 months of age to be vaccinated for rabies
Your pet should be in good health. Grooming which takes place on an elderly or infirm pet will be at the owner's discretion. Grooming may expose or aggravate pre-existing health or skin conditions for which Tall Tails cannot be held liable.
The pet's owner or a responsible adult age 18 or older will be present in the house during the groom. Tall Tails is an in-house service, and will not be in your home without you or another responsible adult present.
“De-matting" or complete coat removal will dramatically alter your pet's appearance. This may expose pre-existing health or skin problems for which Tall Tails cannot be held liable.
I do not groom dogs with active flea infestations due to the nature of home-to-home service.
At this time, Tall Tails cannot accommodate dogs over 40 pounds, aggressive dogs, or cats.
Cancellations and no-shows
I follow Sachem Central School District closures as they pertain to inclement weather. I try to work as long as conditions are not dangerous. If you are unsure, please contact me to confirm.
Cancellation and rescheduling of an appointment, by the client, requires 48 hours notice to waive the cancellation fee of 50% of the cost of the groom, to be paid prior to the next appointment.
In the event of inclement weather, a family emergency or any other uncontrollable circumstance, the groomer has the discretion to waive the fee within the 48 hour period.
I reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a groom if I feel the need to do so. Every effort will be made to reschedule at a time convenient for both the client and the groomer.
It is considered a "no-show" when the client is not available at the scheduled appointment time and does not contact the groomer to cancel or reschedule.
Tall Tails reserves the right to charge the FULL grooming fee due to the loss of revenue caused by a "no-show". Please make every effort to call and cancel or reschedule when possible to avoid such situations.
I reserve the right to refuse service to any pet or client for any reason.
About the Groomer
My name is Emma, and I've loved animals for as long as I can remember! Growing up, my family had a bit of a menagerie, with four dogs and two cats when I was in high school. I graduated from Sachem and began as a history student in 2019. However, that wasn't where my passion lay, and in 2021 I jumped head first into the world of dog grooming!I became certified in dog grooming through Eastern Suffolk BOCES in 2022, and I completed Petco's academy program in 2023. My priority throughout it all has been keeping the dogs I take care of safe and comfortable, and treating them as my own.I especially love working with senior dogs and anxious dogs who may need a little more time to open up, which is why I went into in-home grooming! Every dog deserves to be pampered, even if it can't be in a salon.
To make an appointment, please text Emma at (631) 416-4597 or submit an intake form here!
What I need from you:
Your dog, of course!
A clean, climate-controlled space with access to an outlet to set up my table
A bathtub or sink to bathe your dog in
A clean towel to dry off your pup
What I bring:
Everything else, including my grooming equipment, cleaning supplies, and plenty of love for your dog!
