HOW TO HIRE · PETS · CHECKED OCTOBER 2026
How to hire a mobile dog groomer in Ireland
The checks, the questions and the paperwork.
A mobile dog grooming in Ireland costs €35–€90 per groom, typically around €55. Here is how to check that in a minute, what to ask before you book, and what you must be handed when the job is done.
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THE 60-SECOND VERSION
Hiring a mobile dog groomer in five steps
- Are you a trader, and can I see that in writing?No register covers mobile dog groomer work, so trader status is what your consumer rights hang on — convenience and Comfort — one of the main benefits of mobile dog grooming is the convenience of having services performed at your home or in a nearby location.
- How does breed of the dog change the price?It determines how long the finished work will last. — ask before the quote rather than after.
- How does specific services requested change the price?The choice of style changes the skill the job needs. — ask before the quote rather than after.
- How does groomer's experience change the price?An established name can charge more because the diary is full. — ask before the quote rather than after.
- What is not included?Mobile dog grooming generally focuses on grooming and hygiene services — get the exclusions named in the quote, because a mobile dog groomer job is priced on what was agreed and not on what was assumed.
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check before you book
No register applies
NO LICENCE OR REGISTER APPLIES TO DOG WALKERS, PET SITTERS OR GROOMERS IN IRELAND. Anyone may trade as one. The protection is insurance and what is written down — and the insurance that matters is not the obvious one.
Look for the trader badge and the ID-checked badge on the Locufy profile — both are checked by us, not claimed by the provider.
What to check instead
CARE, CUSTODY AND CONTROL cover, not just public liability — public liability pays if your dog bites a stranger; care, custody and control is what pays if your dog is injured, lost or killed while in their charge, and plenty of walkers carry only the first; How many dogs are walked at once, and whether yours is walked with strangers' dogs; Whether they are insured to drive your dog in their vehicle, and how it is secured; What happens if your dog is hurt or runs — the plan, and which vet; Keys: who holds one, how it is returned, what happens if it is lost, in writing; Two references from current clients, called not read.
Ask for each of these before you agree a price, and get the answers in the same message as the quote.
Insurance
Expect care, custody and control cover as well as public liability. From a company, ask for the insurer, the limit and the VAT number, and ask who actually attends: the team that turns up may be employed, subcontracted or both, and only one of those is supervised by the firm you are paying.
Ask to see the current certificate of insurance — the insurer's name, the limit and the date it runs to.
Trader or private seller
Under the Consumer Rights Act 2022 a trader must tell you they are a trader, and your consumer rights — work carried out with reasonable skill and care, and a cooling-off period on a contract agreed in your home or online — apply to traders and not to private sellers. On Locufy the trader status is shown on the profile.
Look for the trader badge on the Locufy profile, and ask anyone else for it in writing before you agree a price.
VAT
VAT at 23%, the standard rate Revenue publishes for this service. Ask whether the price you were given includes it. A trader under the €42,500 registration threshold does not charge it; one over it must, and must show it separately.
Ask whether the figure you were given includes it, and for the VAT number if they are registered — Revenue publishes the rate for this service. revenue.ie →
A good answer: No register covers mobile dog groomer work, so trader status is what your consumer rights hang on — convenience and Comfort — one of the main benefits of mobile dog grooming is the convenience of having services performed at your home or in a nearby location.
A good answer: It determines how long the finished work will last. — ask before the quote rather than after.
A good answer: The choice of style changes the skill the job needs. — ask before the quote rather than after.
A good answer: An established name can charge more because the diary is full. — ask before the quote rather than after.
A good answer: Mobile dog grooming generally focuses on grooming and hygiene services — get the exclusions named in the quote, because a mobile dog groomer job is priced on what was agreed and not on what was assumed.
A good answer: Expect care, custody and control cover as well as public liability — special Treatments — some mobile groomers offer additional treatments such as de-shedding, flea and tick baths, or even skin treatments for dogs with specific conditions.
A good answer: A written scope and a price before the mobile dog groomer starts, and an itemised invoice after — basic Grooming Services — mobile dog grooming typically includes essential services such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming.
Getting the quote right
- Breed of the dog — it determines how long the finished work will last.
- Specific services requested — the choice of style changes the skill the job needs.
- Groomer's experience — an established name can charge more because the diary is full.
- Coat condition — age brings small faults that each take a few minutes.
- In writing before anyone starts — a message on Locufy counts
- What is NOT included, named
- Who actually attends, and whether they are employed or subcontracted
- The VAT number, and whether it checks out on the Revenue register
Walk away if
- They will not talk about it: breed of the dog — it determines how long the finished work will last
- They will not talk about it: specific services requested — the choice of style changes the skill the job needs
- They will not talk about it: groomer's experience — an established name can charge more because the diary is full
- A price for the mobile dog groomer before anyone has asked the size, the access or the condition of what they are working on
- Cash only, or a large deposit before anything at all has started
- No written quote, or one that moves once the mobile dog groomer has begun
What a mobile dog groomer costs: €35–€90 per groom
The figures are for the job, per groom, and a quote for your own is the only number that binds anyone. Full grooming package and Bath and brush each carry their own band. Mobile Dog Grooming price guide →
Guide prices compiled by the Locufy team from published Irish and UK provider price lists and 2026/27 cost guides. Updated 2026.
KNOW WHAT TO LOOK FOR? NOW FIND ONE
Mobile dog groomers near you, with the badges that matter shown
ID checked, trader status and one score from every review — on the card, before you message anyone. Nearest first. No account needed to look.
Or post the job free and let them come to you.
- Look firstBreed of the dog — it determines how long the finished work will last — that is what the mobile dog groomer is judging on the first visit, and a price given without it is a guess.
- Agree what is being doneSpecific services requested — the choice of style changes the skill the job needs — put in writing before anyone starts, because it is the document you both read back at the end.
- The work itselfGroomer's experience — an established name can charge more because the diary is full — and anything found on the day that was not in that is priced before it is started.
- Check it togetherCoat condition — age brings small faults that each take a few minutes — walked against the written scope rather than against the feeling of it, while the mobile dog groomer is still there.
- What you are handedThe itemised invoice and any guarantee on the workmanship and the parts, additional complexities — complicated work is priced with room for the unexpected.
- Basic Grooming Services
- Mobile dog grooming typically includes essential services such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming.
- Special Treatments
- Some mobile groomers offer additional treatments such as de-shedding, flea and tick baths, or even skin treatments for dogs with specific conditions.
- Convenience and Comfort
- One of the main benefits of mobile dog grooming is the convenience of having services performed at your home or in a nearby location.
- Bath and Brush
- Focuses on washing and brushing your dog’s coat, perfect for maintaining cleanliness between haircuts.
- Nail Trimming
- A specialised service to trim and shape your dog's nails, preventing discomfort and promoting paw health.
- Ear Cleaning
- Involves cleaning and checking your dog's ears for debris or infections, essential for their overall health.
AFTER
When the job is done
Hiring a mobile dog groomer: questions people ask
The cost of mobile dog grooming can vary based on the size and breed of the dog, the specific services requested, and the groomer's experience. Additionally, factors like travel distance and any special treatments can also affect the final price.
A mobile dog grooming session usually lasts between 1 to 2 hours, depending on the dog's size and the complexity of the grooming required. Larger or more heavily matted dogs may take longer to groom.
While many mobile dog groomers are trained professionals, specific qualifications can vary. It’s advisable to choose groomers who have certifications or experience in handling different breeds and grooming techniques.
Some mobile dog groomers offer same-day or emergency services, but this may depend on their schedule and availability. It's best to inquire directly with the groomer for urgent needs.
Yes, many mobile dog groomers allow you to book multiple services in one appointment, which can be more convenient and cost-effective. Be sure to discuss your needs with the groomer when scheduling.
Mobile dog grooming generally focuses on grooming and hygiene services. However, procedures such as veterinary care, dental cleaning, or extensive behavioural training are typically out of scope and should be addressed separately.
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