Dog Roar

Grooming & Wash in Chicago

Licensed and certified groomers ready to pamper your dog. Bath, brush, nail trim, and full grooming services.

Licensed and certified groomers, on site at the Franklin Park facility. Bath, brush, nails, ears, and a breed-appropriate trim or full haircut. Your dog comes back clean, comfortable, and looking like the breed they are.

Full grooming is also included on every Board & Train pickup day. You pick up a trained dog and a freshly groomed dog at the same time. For owners not in a Board & Train, grooming is bookable on its own.

What's included

  • Bath, brush, nail trim, and ear cleaning on every visit
  • Breed-appropriate haircuts and trims
  • Premium shampoo and conditioner
  • Free on every Board & Train pickup day
  • Bookable on its own for non-program clients

Grooming & Wash: common questions

What does grooming & wash at Dog Roar look like?

Licensed and certified groomers ready to pamper your dog. Bath, brush, nail trim, and full grooming services. Licensed and certified groomers, on site at the Franklin Park facility. Bath, brush, nails, ears, and a breed-appropriate trim or full haircut. Your dog comes back clean, comfortable, and looking like the breed they are.

Is grooming & wash right for my dog?

It depends on what you need. The free consultation is built to figure that out. Ray Bhimani reads your dog first, then tells you honestly whether grooming & wash fits or whether a different service is the better starting point. No upsell, no pressure.

How long does grooming & wash take to see real results?

Most owners see meaningful change inside the first few sessions. The full program length depends on the dog, the goals, and the format you choose. Private lessons spread out over weeks. Board & Train compresses into 2, 4, or 6 weeks of full-time work. We tell you a realistic timeline at the consultation, not a sales number.

Where can I get grooming & wash near me in Chicago?

Dog Roar runs grooming & wash from our facility at 9960 Pacific Avenue, Franklin Park, IL 60131. We serve owners across Chicago and 28 surrounding suburbs within roughly 20 miles. Grooming & Wash is offered as private lessons (at the facility or at your home), in group classes, in Board & Train, or in day training.

What makes Grooming & Wash at Dog Roar different from other Chicago trainers?

Three things. One: every program is run personally by Ray Bhimani (17 years experience), no rotation. Two: we use 100% balanced training, the right tool for your dog, not a single technique forced onto every case. Three: every program includes three follow-up lessons, free maintenance classes for life, and our 100% money-back R.O.A.R.ing Guarantee.

More general questions on the full FAQ page.

Grooming & Wash across our service area

We run grooming & wash for dogs across Chicago and 28 surrounding suburbs. Pick your area to see the page tailored to it.

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