Dog grooming in Balham
Unhurried grooming, tailored to every dog
Most of our visitors are regulars, and that's the best review we could ask for. The Handsome Hound is an independent grooming salon and has been grooming Balham's dogs for almost 15 years.
Every groom is tailored to the dog in front of us: their coat, their temperament and how they like to be handled. Our City & Guilds-qualified team brings more than 30 years of grooming experience, so nervous dogs and first-timers are in calm, capable hands.
Alongside the salon, our dog deli and shop stocks food, treats and toys chosen with care. Come in and say hello. Barry, our resident Chihuahua, will be at the door, supervising.
Grooming
Services
We offer a range of grooming services to suit different coats, breeds and lifestyles. Whether your dog needs a full groom, a quick tidy or a little extra care, we’ll make sure they leave looking and feeling their best.
Every appointment starts with a chat. We’ll talk through what you’d like, examine your dog’s coat and make sure we know about anything that might affect their groom.
Each visit, we’ll watch for changes in their coat, skin, and overall condition. We’ll always let you know if we notice anything unusual.
Our aim is simple: beautiful grooming, happy dogs and an experience that feels calm and comfortable from start to finish.
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Tailored to your dog’s coat, breed and individual style. Guaranteed to make them look, feel and smell gorgeous.
Deep cleansing bath
Fluff dry & brush
Nail trim
Ear clean
Face, feet and hygiene trim
Haircut and style
A spritz of doggy cologne
From £80
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Puppy grooming is about creating a positive first grooming experience. Our gentle introduction helps your puppy get used to the sounds and sensations of the salon. We take things at their pace, with plenty of positive reassurance along the way.
We bathe and dry your pup as well as trimming, face, feet bum and nails. Our aim is to build confidence and make grooming a normal, enjoyable part of their routine as they grow.
Available to puppies 12 weeks +From £50
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A great option for dogs who don’t need a full haircut but could use a little freshening-up in between their regular grooms.
Your dog will have a warm bath, blow-dry and thorough brush-out, followed by a tidy around the face, feet and hygiene areas, plus a nail trim and finishing spritz.Ideal for keeping your dog clean, comfortable and looking their best between full grooms.
From £40 -
Handstripping is a traditional grooming technique for wire-coated breeds such as Schnauzers and Terriers.
Instead of clipping the coat, the longer, dead hairs are carefully removed by hand, helping to maintain its natural texture, colour and shape. It’s perfect if you’d like to keep your dog’s coat looking natural and healthy.
We’ll always take your dog’s individual coat, comfort and grooming history into account.
From £95
Time for a fresh cut?
A deli and dog store for very good dogs.
Our famous dog deli is stocked with the finest British beef pizzles, ostrich tendons, duck necks and beef flatties. Our selection of eco toys, healthy treats, vegan grooming products and handmade accessories is carefully curated.
We choose everything ourselves, looking for products that are healthy, eco-friendly and right for every stage of your dog's life.
Come in and say hello! Barry our resident Chihuahua will be at the door, supervising.
