Last updated 22 October 2026 · By the PetCloud team · Based on Australian professional dog groomer price lists
In Australia, a full groom and clip typically costs $110, from $75 to $160 per session, depending on your dog’s size, coat, condition and temperament. Each groomer on PetCloud sets their own price. Figures are based on Australian professional dog groomer price lists, checked 22 October 2026.
- A full groom and clip costs more for large, long-coated or matted dogs.
- Matting and heavy undercoat removal are usually charged extra, by the time they take.
- Groomers on PetCloud set their own prices, shown on their listing.
A full groom and clip includes a bath, dry, haircut or coat trim, and usually nails and hygiene areas. The prices below come from Australian professional groomer price lists and depend on your dog’s size, coat, condition and temperament.
Dog grooming prices by dog size
| Service | Small (1-10kg) | Medium (11-20kg) | Large (21-40kg) | XL (41-50kg) | Giant (51kg+) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tidy groom (face, feet and hygiene) | $60-$95 | $70-$110 | $85-$145 | From $100 | From $120 |
| Full groom and clip | $75-$110 | $85-$125 | $100-$160 | From $115 | From $140 |
| Breed, teddy bear or styled groom | $85-$140 | $95-$160 | $115-$230 | From $130 | From $155 |
| De-shed or groom out | $50-$110 | $60-$130 | $75-$175 | From $85 | From $100 |
Small: Maltese, Shih Tzu, Toy Poodle. Medium: Cavoodle, Spoodle, Cocker Spaniel. Large: Labrador, Border Collie, Groodle. XL: German Shepherd, Golden Retriever. Giant: Great Dane, Newfoundland, Malamute. Matting removal, heavy undercoat removal and challenging behaviour are usually charged extra, often around $15 to $40 or by the 15 minutes.
Why dog grooming costs what it does
- Insurance: professional groomers pay for public liability and other cover to work safely with your dog.
- Training: grooming is a skilled trade, and good groomers invest in courses and ongoing training in handling, coat care and safe clipping.
- Time: matted, double-coated or anxious dogs can take hours, and dematting must be done slowly to avoid hurting the skin.
- Equipment and hygiene: clippers, blades, dryers, tables and shampoos, plus cleaning and disinfecting between every dog.
- Size and coat: a large, long-coated dog uses far more product, drying time and labour than a small, short-coated dog.
What affects the cost of dog grooming?
Number of pets
Most sitters charge per pet, and many offer a lower price for a second pet from the same home. Ask before you book.
Age, size and special needs
Puppies, senior pets, large or reactive dogs and pets on medication take more time and skill. Some sitters add a special needs surcharge, which is listed on their profile.
Location and travel
Prices differ between cities and suburbs. For visits and walks, the sitter's travel time and fuel are built into the price.
Extras
Sitters list add-ons separately, such as walks during a stay, pick up and drop off, trips to the vet, or backyard poo patrol.
How to keep the cost down
- Line brush your dog's coat daily with a slicker brush.
- Turn up on time.
- Keep regular appointments.
What to look for in a Groomer
Price is only part of the decision. Check these four things before you book:
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a wash and brush and a full groom?
A wash and brush is a bath, dry and brush-out. A full groom and clip adds a haircut or coat trim, and often nail and hygiene trims, which takes more time and skill.
Why does professional dog grooming cost so much?
Groomers cover insurance, training, equipment, products and cleaning between dogs, and a full groom can take two hours or more. Large, long-coated, matted or anxious dogs take longer, so they cost more.
Why is there an extra charge for matting?
Matted fur has to be worked out slowly, or shaved close to the skin, to avoid pain and skin damage. It can add a lot of time, so most groomers charge for it by the 15 minutes. Regular brushing and grooming every 4-8 weeks helps avoid it.
How often should my dog be groomed?
It depends on the coat. Short-coated dogs may only need an occasional wash, while long or curly coats usually need a full groom every 4-8 weeks to stop matting.
Who sets the prices on PetCloud?
Each pet sitter on PetCloud is an independent contractor who sets their own prices. That is why prices vary between sitters in the same suburb. Their price covers more than time with your pet: travel, fuel, car costs, clean-up, tax, superannuation and the holiday and sick pay they need to fund themselves.
Are there any extra fees on top of the sitter's price?
The prices in this guide are what sitters list on their profiles. PetCloud adds a booking fee of 10% of the booking, capped at $40. It helps fund the advertising that brings sitters work, and it keeps your payment held securely until after your 24-hour quality check window at the end of the booking.
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A dog wash and brush (bath and blow dry) is a bath, dry and brush-out, without a haircut. It keeps your dog clean and comfortable between full grooms.
By size: small dogs (1-10kg) $40-$60, medium (11-20kg) $45-$70, large (21-40kg) $55-$90, XL (41-50kg) from $60 and giant (51kg+) from $70. Long or double coats take longer to dry and brush out, so they cost more than short coats.
How we worked out these prices
Prices on this page come from Australian professional dog groomer price lists, checked 22 October 2026. Ranges run from small to large dogs; extra large and giant breeds, matted coats and heavy undercoats cost more. Groomers on PetCloud set their own prices, so check each listing.
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