Located in Waterford, Connecticut, Petco Grooming is listed as a self-service dog-wash location. Available source details specifically mention full-service dog grooming, dog haircuts and coat trims, and self-service dog wash. Published hours cover seven days, including Saturday and Sunday. The business profile says walk-ins accepted. Other profile attributes include wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking, credit and debit cards, and onsite services. Listed location: 825 Hartford Rd, Waterford, CT 06385.
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Schedule snapshot
Published hours
Monday
8AM-6PM
Tuesday
8AM-6PM
Wednesday
8AM-6PM
Thursday
8AM-6PM
Friday
8AM-6PM
Saturday
8AM-6PM
Sunday
9AM-6PM
Hours can change for holidays, staffing, and appointment-only operations. Call before traveling.
Optional grooming photo guide — not this business
No authorized photos of Petco Grooming have been supplied to this directory. The five examples below explain questions to ask; they are not evidence of this business’s premises, results or handling.
Image note: These are licensed, representative grooming images—not photos of Petco Grooming. We do not republish Google Business photos. Owners can submit authorized business-specific images through the claim process.
Representative editorial portrait of a groomed Cocker Spaniel; it does not depict this listed business. A finished look does not establish handling quality. Ask about the process as well as the haircut.Representative editorial image of a dog during bath time; it does not depict this listed business. Ask which bathing products are included and tell the provider about known product sensitivities.Representative editorial image of a dog being rinsed during a bath; it does not depict this listed business. Confirm whether bathing, drying, brushing and any requested haircut are in the same quoted package.Representative editorial image of two well-groomed Samoyeds; it does not depict this listed business. For a dense double coat, compare brushing and de-shedding scope rather than assuming a haircut is included.Representative editorial image of a dog on a professional grooming table; it does not depict this listed business. Ask how the groomer assists your dog onto the table and adapts the appointment to mobility or handling limits.
Questions worth asking
Questions tailored to this listing
What experience does the groomer have with your dog's breed, coat, age, size, health, and behavior needs?
Which tub, dryer, tools, products, time limits, and staff assistance are included with self-service washing?
How will coat condition affect the requested trim, and will the groomer call before making a major style or length change?
What is included in the quote, and which coat-condition, handling, product, or late-pickup charges can change it?
How are drying, supervision, sanitation, secure waiting, distress, injury, and veterinary emergencies handled?
