4.9 from 2,400+ pet parents

Gentle grooming for pets who hate bath day.

One groomer, one pet, zero rush. Pawlish is a calm, cage-free studio in East Austin where dogs and cats get bathed, trimmed and fussed over — and you get photo updates while it happens.

Happy client pet
Happy client pet
Happy client pet

Free touch-ups for 7 days

If the cut isn’t right, we fix it. No charge.

Groomer brushing a calm dog in the Pawlish studio

Next opening

Today, 2:30 PM

Fear-free certified

Low-stress handling, always

baths from

$45

Your pet

Dog · under 20 lb

Service

Full groom

Date

Sat, 14 June

Time

10:30 AM

  • Fear-free certified

  • No cage drying

  • Vet-approved products

  • Live photo updates

  • Fully insured

How it works

Booked in two minutes. Fresh in two hours.

01

Tell us about your pet

Breed, size, coat and any quirks. It takes under a minute and we remember it for next time.

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Tell us about your pet

Breed, size, coat and any quirks. It takes under a minute and we remember it for next time.

02

Pick a time that suits

See live availability and book online. No deposit, free changes up to 24 hours before.

02

Pick a time that suits

See live availability and book online. No deposit, free changes up to 24 hours before.

03

Drop off and relax

Your groomer walks you through the plan, then sends a photo update halfway through.

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Drop off and relax

Your groomer walks you through the plan, then sends a photo update halfway through.

04

Pick up a happy pet

We text when they’re ready. Pay at pickup and rebook in one tap if you like.

04

Pick up a happy pet

We text when they’re ready. Pay at pickup and rebook in one tap if you like.

No deposit. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

No deposit. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

Groomer with a relaxed dog

12,000+

happy grooms since 2016

Freshly groomed pet

Why Pawlish

Built for nervous pets and the people who worry about them

One pet, one groomer

No handoffs or assembly lines. The person who greets your pet finishes the groom.

No cage drying, ever

Every coat is hand-dried on low heat, with breaks whenever your pet needs one.

Photo updates

A mid-groom snap, plus a text the minute your pet is ready for pickup.

Skin-safe products

Hypoallergenic, vet-approved shampoos. Tell us about allergies and we adapt.

Pricing

Honest prices, sized to your pet

No surprise fees. If a coat needs extra work, we tell you the price before we start.

Small · under 20 lb

Medium · 20–50 lb

Large · 50 lb+

Cats

Fresh Up

A proper bath and tidy between full grooms.

$45

per visit

Warm bath & conditioning rinse

Hand blow-dry & brush-out

Ear clean

Finishing spritz

Full Groom

Most booked

Our signature head-to-tail groom. Most pets come every 6 weeks.

$65

per visit

Everything in Fresh Up

Breed-standard or custom haircut

Nail trim & paw-pad tidy

Sanitary trim

Mid-groom photo update

Spa Day

The full groom plus the extras that make coats shine.

$95

per visit

Everything in Full Groom

Deep-conditioning coat mask

Teeth brushing & breath gel

Blueberry facial

Paw balm & a fresh bandana

Prices shown for small dogs with a maintained coat. De-matting, if needed, is $10–20 and always agreed first.

The team

Groomers your pet will actually like

Certified, first-aid trained and endlessly patient. Request your favourite when you book.

Maya Okafor, Head groomer

Maya Okafor

Head groomer · 11 years

Doodles & poodles

Daniel Reyes, Senior groomer

Daniel Reyes

Senior groomer · 8 years

Anxious & senior dogs

Priya Nair, Cat specialist

Priya Nair

Cat specialist · 6 years

Long-haired cats

Tom Becker, Groomer & bather

Tom Becker

Groomer & bather · 4 years

Big breeds & double coats

Maya Okafor, Head groomer

Maya Okafor

Head groomer · 11 years

Doodles & poodles

Daniel Reyes, Senior groomer

Daniel Reyes

Senior groomer · 8 years

Anxious & senior dogs

Priya Nair, Cat specialist

Priya Nair

Cat specialist · 6 years

Long-haired cats

Tom Becker, Groomer & bather

Tom Becker

Groomer & bather · 4 years

Big breeds & double coats

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Reviews

Tail wags and five stars

4.9

2,412 Google reviews

“Bailey is a 70 lb goldendoodle who hates baths. He now pulls me toward the door of Pawlish. I have no idea what they do in there, but it works.”

Hannah Whitfield

Hannah Whitfield

Bailey’s human · Goldendoodle

Our rescue used to shake at the sight of a hairdryer. Daniel took it slow, sent us photos, and she trotted out wagging.

Marcus T.

Marcus T.

Pepper’s human · Rescue mix

Booked online in a minute, got a photo halfway through, and my cat came home calm and mat-free. Priya is a wizard.

Leo Marchetti

Leo Marchetti

Olive’s human · Maine coon

Fresh Coat Club

Every sixth groom is free

Join free, collect a stamp with every visit and get first pick of holiday slots. No card, no app, no catch.

Free for every Pawlish client

Happy dog after a groom

Book a visit

Let’s get your pet on the calendar

Send a request and we’ll confirm a time by text. New pets get a free ten-minute meet and sniff first.

Opening hours

Monday – Friday

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

Request an appointment

FAQ

Questions, answered

Can’t find what you need? Text us and a real groomer will reply, usually within the hour.

How long does a full groom take?

Most small and medium dogs take two to three hours. Large or double-coated breeds can take up to four. We never rush or cage-dry, and we text you about 20 minutes before your pet is ready.

My dog is anxious. Can you still groom them?

Which vaccinations do you require?

Do you groom cats?

What if I’m not happy with the cut?

What is your cancellation policy?

How long does a full groom take?

Most small and medium dogs take two to three hours. Large or double-coated breeds can take up to four. We never rush or cage-dry, and we text you about 20 minutes before your pet is ready.

My dog is anxious. Can you still groom them?

Which vaccinations do you require?

Do you groom cats?

What if I’m not happy with the cut?

What is your cancellation policy?

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