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Mobile Pet Grooming in River Forest, IL

A fully equipped grooming van at your door. No mess inside, same-day slots, upfront prices.

    Mobile Pet Grooming in River Forest, IL

    A fully equipped grooming van at your door. No mess inside, same-day slots, upfront prices.

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    local groomer rating     11
    groomers serve River Forest     4 today
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    Last booking near River Forest: 11 hours ago

    Groomit groomer with a doodle inside a Groomit mobile grooming van

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    Serving River Forest and 140 Cook towns · Mobile van and in-home grooming · Same-day slots on select packages

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      I cannot recommend Malik enough! I have used Groomit for 2 years, and Malik is hands-down the best. I booked a last-minute appointment for my Shih Tzu, Glory, and he literally arrived ahead of time in his mobile van. He did a wonderful job with her cut and…

      Glory★★★★★ Rose H. · Flossmoor
      Groomed by Malik › Verified

      Thank you 🙏🏼

      Eddie★★★★★ Daniel M. · Chicago
      Groomed by Malik › Verified

      Remy came back looking exactly how I had hoped! So pleased and happy with his groom! Thank you!!

      Remy★★★★★ Savannah N. · Chicago
      Groomed by Sally › Verified

      Malik was early for the appointment. But kind when I explained I was on my way from work. He tried his very best with my Biskit. Biskit was hurt at a prior groomer so Biskit isn’t easy when it comes to using clippers or cutting around his face. And for th…

      Honey★★★★★ Tania R. · Park Forest
      Groomed by Malik › Verified

      Sally has groomed my dog a handful of times. She sometimes left nicks or razor burn on his toes and sensitive areas in the past, but I gave her the benefit of the doubt as he’s sometimes anxious. After our last grooming, once inside, after a few minutes my…

      Garmin★ Colette T. · Skokie
      Groomed by Sally › Verified

      We love Sally! She’s excellent with Finn and we’re always so happy with the results.

      Finn★★★★★ Lisa K. · Berwyn
      Groomed by Sally › Verified
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      Choose mobile grooming if you want convenience at your door without any mess inside your home. Choose in-home grooming if you want your pet groomed inside your home, in front of you. Choose a salon for a professional environment with full equipment, especially if your pet has specific needs or a breed-specific cut. Choose a groomer’s home studio for the most economical groom of a healthy, easy-going pet, if you’re comfortable with a home setting.

      A professional groomer arrives at your River Forest home in a fully equipped grooming van. Your pet is groomed one-on-one in the van, steps from your door, then returned to you fresh and clean.

      Pet parents who want convenience at their door without any mess inside their home. It’s also great for anxious, senior and special-needs pets, because there are no car rides, no cages and no other animals.

      You see your exact price before you pay, based on your pet’s breed, size and package. Dog packages in River Forest currently start at about $80 for Refresh Express or Pearl, with ECO at about $100, Silver at about $111 and Gold at about $120.

      Yes. Gold, Silver and Refresh Express offer same-day and next-day appointments when groomers are free. ECO and Pearl cost less and are booked at least 7 days ahead.

      Your groomer needs a safe spot to park close to your door, such as your driveway or the street in front of your home.

      Yes. Groomit groomers groom both dogs and cats, including long-haired and anxious cats.

      Severely matted coats may need to be shaved for your pet’s comfort and safety. Extra fees may apply. Your groomer will talk it through with you.

      Most dogs do well with a full groom every 4 to 8 weeks, with a Refresh Express in between. Recurring booking keeps you on schedule automatically.

      Yes. Compare River Forest groomers by rating, reviews and next available time and book the one you like, or let Best Match pick for you.

      Yes. Groomit professionals are vetted, insured and reviewed by pet parents. They are independent professionals who use the Groomit platform.

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