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Puppy's First Groom

A puppy's first groom shapes how they feel about grooming for the rest of their life. We make it gentle, positive, and unhurried so your pup learns that the grooming shop is a safe place.

Kind, Patient First Experiences

We introduce puppies to the bath, dryer, and handling slowly and with lots of praise. The goal of an early puppy groom is not a perfect haircut — it is building trust. A confident puppy becomes a calm adult dog at the groomer, which makes every future visit easier for everyone.

What to Expect at the First Visit

A puppy groom typically includes a gentle bath, light face and paw trim, nail clip, and ear cleaning. We keep sessions short and positive. Bring your puppy tired and having eaten, and tell us anything that worries them so we can work around it.

What's Included

Slow, positive introductions to grooming
Gentle bath, face, and paw trim
Nail clip and ear cleaning
Builds calm habits for life

Frequently Asked Questions

When should my puppy's first groom be?

Most puppies are ready for a gentle first groom around 8 to 12 weeks after their initial vaccinations. Early, positive visits set them up for stress-free grooming for life.

Visit The Clip Joint

3221 Lemay Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO 63125 (across from Mehlville High School)
Phone: 314-487-7277 - call to book an appointment
Grooming hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Walk-in nail trims: Wed & Fri 8-10 AM, Tue & Fri 5:15-5:35 PM, Sat 7:30-9:30 AM.