Grooming Services

A Thoughtful Approach to Dog Grooming

One-on-One, Cage-Free, and Care-Forward

Porchlight is a high-end mobile grooming experience built around your dog's coat, temperament, and comfort — not a salon's schedule. Every appointment runs on four commitments:

  • One Dog at a Time — your dog has my undivided attention, start to finish.

  • Owner-Operated — same groomer, every visit. I know your dog by name.

  • Paced to Your Dog — comfort dictates the speed, not a clock.

  • Professional Standards — custom-built grooming van, biodegradable pH-balanced products, fully insured.

Hedwign, a happy Great Pyrenees with a thick white coat smiles on the grooming table inside the Porchlight mobile grooming van
Happy Corgi sitting and greeting an outstretched hand in front of a colorful mural

The Meet & Greet. Discovery & Connection

Free · 15 minutes · First-time clients

Before any grooming begins, we meet. You, your dog, and me — at your front door, at the Porchlight van, whichever you prefer.

This visit lets your dog explore the grooming space at their own pace, gives us a chance to talk through their history and any past grooming challenges, and allows me to assess their coat and temperament before we book their first groom.

No pressure. No commitment. Just a good first impression.

To book, select the free Meet & Greet add-on at checkout.

Wet Border Collie during a bath, looking directly at the camera

The Essentials Groom. Foundational

Bath · Dry · Nails · Ears · Paws · Sanitary Trim

A complete hygiene session for dogs who are current on grooming and just need to look and feel their best.

Starting Prices by Coat Type:

  • Smooth/Short from $80

  • Wiry/Coarse from $95

  • Standard/Double from $110

  • Silky/Long from $135

  • Curly/Doodle from $140

Final price confirmed before your groom begins.

Freshly groomed Standard Poodle with a classic Continental clip"

The Deep Care Groom. Restorative

Essentials Groom · De-shedding · De-matting · Coat Restoration · Haircut

Ideal for double-coated breeds, dogs overdue for a groom, or pets experiencing seasonal shedding. This session includes extended pacing and deeper coat work to restore skin health and coat condition.

Starting Prices by Coat Type:

  • Smooth/Short from $90

  • Wiry/Coarse from $105

  • Standard/Double from $165

  • Silky/Long from $190

  • Curly/Doodle from $200

Final price confirmed before your groom begins.

Included in Every Service

Coat, skin, ears, and mouth check.

Two coat-appropriate washes.

Blow dry and fluff.

Nail trim and paw pad clearing.

Face, feet, and sanitary tidy.

Ear cleaning and plucking, as appropriate.

Anal gland expression, as appropriate.

Cooperative grooming techniques that follow your dog's lead.

Booking & Pricing

The Porchlight Promise — If anything changes mid-groom, I'll contact you before adjusting your invoice. No surprises. Ever.

  • Book online — select your service, preferred day and time

  • 30% deposit required, applied to your final invoice

  • Arrival window and reminders sent before your appointment

  • Tap to pay at your door or receive an electronic invoice once your groom is complete

Starting prices are based on your dog's coat type and confirmed before every groom. Final pricing reflects size, coat condition, and any additional support needed.

Porchlight Memberships.

Your dog. Same groomer. Already scheduled.

Memberships are for households who want grooming off their mental load entirely — a regular cadence that's already handled, with a groomer who knows your dog and never needs to be caught up.

  • Preferential scheduling. Your spot is secured before the general calendar opens

  • Membership Discount. 10% off every service.

  • Your rhythm. We coordinate a schedule that works for you and your dog, whether that's every 4-8 weeks or every 3-4 months.

  • Recurring Payments. Your annual service costs are split evenly across 12 months.

Memberships are set up with a quick conversation. Reach out and we'll find the right plan for you and your dog.

Service Enhancements

Some dogs need a little more time, patience, and care.

Behavioral Support. Extra time and gentle pacing for puppies, seniors, or anxious dogs.

Coat Restoration. Targeted de-shedding or de-bulking for impacted undercoats or matting.

Skin Therapy. Medicated or soothing botanical treatment for seasonal allergies, sensitivities, or flea detection.

Enhancements are scheduled in advance or mid-groom if necessary, then billed in 15-minute increments at $30. Always with your agreement.

You've seen what Porchlight offers. If it feels right for you and your dog, I'd love to be your groomer.