full groom
A wash, dry and full haircut, cut to the style you ask for.
Ask about itdogs of Waltham Abbey
Grooms By Ciara is a dog grooming parlour at Upshire Hall in Waltham Abbey. Full grooms, trims, baths and nails, done at your dog's pace.
Call usCall usWhat we do
Calm hands, one dog at a time
From a full groom to a quick tidy-up, every dog is asked about first and finished the way you wanted. Ring to talk through what your dog needs.
face and feet
A tidy around the eyes, muzzle and paws between full grooms.
Ask about it
puppy groom
A gentle first visit so your puppy learns that grooming is nothing to worry about.
Ask about it
de-shedding
A bath and thorough de-shed to lift the loose coat off heavy shedders.
Ask about it
nails
Nails trimmed and a general tidy-up, on their own or added to a groom.
Ask about itReviews
trusted with the nervous ones
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 22 Google reviews.
“My dog is 17 years old , very thin and frail , and I was understandably anxious -but from the moment we arrived , I knew she was in the safest , kindest hands possible .”
“Even when I had quite a nervous rescue, she bounded off happily to see Ciara every time. They always look beautiful when I pick them up and are calm and happy.”
“Ciara is so kind and caring to our elderly dog, Bertie. Although nervous he is always happy to go to Ciara and comes back well groomed and sweet smelling.”
“My dog Lula always comes out like a new dog, so beautifully groomed, nails trimmed, smelling good and she looks pretty!”
“It was his first groom but Ciara, and Alisha, made him feel so settled. C asked lots of questions before starting, and he looked just how we discussed and hoped for”
“My 2 dogs have been going to Ciara for over a year now. I would not take them anywhere else.”
FAQs
frequently asked question about
Your dog is bathed, dried and clipped or trimmed to the style you have asked for, with nails done as part of the visit. Ciara asks plenty of questions before starting so the finish matches what you had in mind.
Yes, tell Ciara what you are after and she will talk it through with you first. Owners regularly come in with something quite specific and leave with exactly what they asked for.
Nervous dogs and rescues are a regular part of the day here, and owners often say their dog goes in happily. Mention anything that worries your dog when you book so it can be worked around.
Yes, elderly and frail dogs are welcome and are handled gently, with comfort put ahead of the finish. Ring and tell Ciara about your dog's age and any health matters before the visit.
You will find us at Upshire Hall, Waltham Abbey EN9 3QS. Booking is by phone on 07803 550846, so give us a ring and we will find you a slot.
Days and times vary, so it is best to ring rather than turn up. Call 07803 550846 and ask what is free this week.
Good to know
Short reads for dog owners
Small things that make grooming day easier.
Getting a puppy ready for a first groom
What to do at home in the weeks before, from handling paws to short practice brushes.
Grooms By Ciara
puppies
Brushing between appointments
How to keep a coat from matting at home, and the spots owners most often miss.
Grooms By Ciara
coats
Grooming an older dog
How the visit changes for a frail or elderly dog, and what to tell your groomer beforehand.
Grooms By Ciara
seniors