Best dog groomers near Petersham
Last updatedStar Paws Grooming Studio comes first for dog grooming near Petersham, with a fixed studio on Crystal Street and hand-stripping and breed cuts among its main jobs. Groomers here differ in the breeds they focus on, whether they publish prices, and how they handle noise-sensitive or nervous dogs. Check the hours first, since closing times range from 4pm to 5pm.
Quick picks near Petersham
- Best for hand-stripping terriers: Star Paws Grooming Studio, which specialises in poodles and terriers.
- Best for puppy cuts and mini grooms: BAMBO&POCHI Grooming, with prices set by dog size.
- Best for doodles and curly coats: Petropolis Pet Grooming, known for detailed trims.
- Best for breed cuts and cat grooming: Hot Dog Cool Cat Pet Salon, which also takes cats on Mondays.
- Best for anxious or difficult dogs: Groomer Girl Personalised Dog Grooming, where patient handling is the draw.
Best dog groomers near Petersham, ranked

#1Star Paws Grooming Studio for hand-stripping terriers and poodle cuts
0.3 km from PetershamStar Paws Grooming Studio works from a fixed studio on Crystal Street, Petersham, about 0.3 km from the middle of the suburb. Its head groomer, Kazoo, has more than 20 years' experience and specialises in poodles and terriers, so hand-stripping and breed cuts are its core jobs. The studio aims for a calm, stress-free setting, with patience and gentle encouragement for nervous puppies. Repeat visitors describe the handling as unhurried with noisy or anxious dogs. It is open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 4:30pm, bookings can be made online, and street parking on Crystal Street is limited.

#2BAMBO&POCHI Grooming for puppy cuts and mini grooms
Prices publishedBased in Dulwich Hill1.8 km from PetershamRun by owner Maya, who has over 20 years in grooming, the BAMBO&POCHI Grooming salon in Dulwich Hill sits about 1.8 km from Petersham's centre. A wash, nail trim, ear clean and anal gland expression come with every visit. Prices run from $105 for a mini groom on a small dog to $180 for a full clip on an extra-large dog, listed with 'ask' beside it. Puppy cuts for dogs under four months start from $90. Cavoodles, Cavaliers and poodles are among the breeds it cuts, and customers report gentle treatment even for nervous dogs. Hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 8am to 4pm.

#3Newtown Sakura la Dog Grooming Salon for scissor cuts and clip cuts by weight
Prices publishedNervous dogsBased in Newtown2.5 km from PetershamThe Newtown Sakura la Dog Grooming Salon is based in Newtown, about 2.5 km from Petersham's centre, and also keeps a shop in Edgecliff. Staff who come from Japan and South Korea hand-scissor cuts and style every breed, after a gentle wash and a special drying method. Little dogs start at $110 for a clip, big dogs at $160 for a style cut. Bookings are by phone or at the shop, because online booking is not offered. Hours cover Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
#4Petropolis Pet Grooming for curly-coated dogs and doodle cuts
Based in Leichhardt1.6 km from PetershamLeichhardt is home to Petropolis Pet Grooming, roughly 1.6 km from Petersham's centre, where curly-coated dogs get tidy work. Customers describe unhurried care with each dog, anxious ones included, and patience when a dog must be kept on longer. One client reports ears and top-of-head lengths were cut exactly as asked. Hours run Tuesday to Saturday from 8:45am to 5pm. Booking ahead is advised, since one owner says the salon is always busy, and War Memorial Park is a two-minute walk away.

#5Hot Dog Cool Cat Pet Salon for breed cuts, summer clips and cat grooming
Nervous dogsBased in Erskineville2.7 km from PetershamHot Dog Cool Cat Pet Salon serves dogs and cats from an air-conditioned base on Erskineville Road, roughly 2.7 km from Petersham's middle. Dogs get breed cuts, summer and winter clips and de-shedding, with a bath and blow dry included in full grooms and clips. Cats are groomed on Mondays and dogs from Tuesday to Saturday. Customers mention that timid, anxious and senior dogs are handled gently by the staff. The salon also offers a Day Stay for dogs during longer grooms, and bookings are made through its Book Now link.
#6Groomer Girl Personalised Dog Grooming for anxious or difficult dogs
0.3 km from PetershamGroomer Girl Personalised Dog Grooming is a Petersham salon, about 0.3 km from the middle of the suburb, where Sam grooms dogs and is known for patient handling of difficult ones. Some clients have taken their dogs there for ten years or more. Regulars say dogs that were unhappy with other groomers settle in with Sam, and that the cuts come home neat and well presented. Parking is available for visits, and hours run Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. Call ahead before visiting, since availability may have changed.
Compare dog groomers near Petersham
The comparison sets each groomer against its base, its distance from Petersham's centre and whether its prices are listed.
| Dog groomer | Based in | Distance | Mobile | Prices | Nervous dogs | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Paws Grooming Studio | Petersham | 0.3 km | – | – | – | ★ 5.0 (83) |
| BAMBO&POCHI Grooming | Dulwich Hill | 1.8 km | – | ✓ | – | ★ 4.8 (62) |
| Newtown Sakura la Dog Grooming Salon | Newtown | 2.5 km | – | ✓ | ✓ | ★ 4.5 (181) |
| Petropolis Pet Grooming | Leichhardt | 1.6 km | – | – | – | ★ 4.8 (63) |
| Hot Dog Cool Cat Pet Salon | Erskineville | 2.7 km | – | – | ✓ | ★ 4.6 (114) |
| Groomer Girl Personalised Dog Grooming | Petersham | 0.3 km | – | – | – | ★ 5.0 (10) |
| Ashfield Pet Mansion | Ashfield | 2.7 km | – | – | – | ★ 4.6 (81) |
| Paws of Fun | Camperdown | 1.8 km | – | – | – | ★ 4.4 (142) |
| Pawsum | Leichhardt | 1.8 km | – | ✓ | ✓ | ★ 4.2 (133) |
| Mimi's Dog Village | Petersham | 1.7 km | – | – | – | ★ 4.2 (98) |
Distance in a straight line from the middle of Petersham. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked dog groomers near Petersham
Ranking weighed customer reviews by how many there are, the service range, listed prices, online booking and what each salon says about nervous dogs. Salons inside Petersham or near its middle were placed first, closer ones slightly higher, and home-visit groomers counted when they name the suburb. Each entry was confirmed against the salon's own material for this kind of job.
Dog groomers near Petersham: FAQ
Which dog groomers near Petersham do hand-stripping?
Star Paws Grooming Studio lists hand-stripping among its services, and its head groomer works mostly on terriers and poodles.
Do dog groomers near Petersham take doodles?
Petropolis Pet Grooming in Leichhardt does: its doodle work covers tidy trims and full grooms.
Is there a groomer in Petersham for a dog that is hard to handle?
Groomer Girl Personalised Dog Grooming, in Petersham itself, is described by customers as patient with difficult dogs. Call ahead to check availability.