Welcome to Joybound’s Engelstad Grooming Academy, where the grooming experience tells a story of empowerment, compassion, and giving back to the community. If you have any questions, please contact the Grooming Academy at (925) 212-2024.
Making a Difference
Empowering Students
Joybound believes in the power of education to break down barriers to employment. The grooming academy provides a comprehensive training program for students facing employment challenges and Veterans. When you choose Joybound to groom your dog, you’re supporting our educational program and giving back to the community.
Paw-sitive Community Impact
Grooming Joybound’s shelter animals gives them the love and attention they need to thrive and get ready to meet their new families. In addition, the grooming academy provides affordable grooming services to the public. All are welcome and your business benefits our mission.
Tailored Grooming Services
Whether your dog needs a bath, simple trim, or a full makeover, Joybound Grooming Academy students and highly skilled instructors are here for you. Your furry friend will look and feel their best with the personalized attention and loving care they receive.
Book a grooming appointment! Experience the joy of supporting Joybound, helping our students succeed and giving back to the community. Every bath, nail clip, and hair trim makes an impact on the lives of pets and people.
Grooming Fees
Bath & Brush
Small Dog (5-19 lbs) – $40-$60
Medium Dog (20-49 lbs) – $60-$80
Large Dog (50-75 lbs) – $80-$100
XL Dog (80+ lbs) – $110+
Full Haircut
Small Dog (5-19 lbs) – $80-$100
Medium Dog (20-49 lbs) – $100-$120
Large Dog (50-75 lbs) – $120-$160
XL Dog (80+ lbs) – $170+
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Client Portal
To manage your dog’s appointment and edit your account information, please visit our Grooming Academy client portal. If you have to cancel your grooming appointment, we kindly ask that you do so at least 24 hours in advance on the client portal. If you cancel after this period, the 20% deposit on your booking will be withheld as a cancellation fee. For same-day cancellations please give our team a call at (925) 212-2024.
Grooming Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of our most frequently asked questions about the Engelstad Grooming Academy. If you have further questions, please email our team at [email protected].
🐾 How long does grooming take?
It’s difficult to say! Every dog has individual needs, so the appointment duration will be discussed at drop-off.
🐾 Do you offer an express service?
We offer express services for dogs that require a shorter grooming service due to their age, health, or temperament. Please tell us if you need an express appointment before check-in.
🐾 Do you groom cats?
Our grooming services are currently only available for dogs.
🐾 What are my payment options?
Joybound’s Engelstad Grooming Academy only accepts credit cards.
🐾 Is there a cancellation fee?
Your appointment deposit will be withdrawn if you do not cancel the appointment within 24 hours. Exceptions may be made due to health issues for you or your dog.
🐾 Do you groom puppies?
Our grooming instructors and students enjoy working with puppies. Your puppy’s first visit should be a bath or a simple tidying up to introduce them to the grooming process.
🐾 Do you groom senior dogs?
Our grooming instructors and students enjoy working with senior pets.
🐾 Can I stay and watch my dog being groomed?
Joybound has a window in the adoption lobby from which all grooming services can be viewed.
🐾 What should I do to prepare for my dog’s appointment?
Grooming salons can be a loud, noisy place and may cause stress for some dogs. Be sure to discuss any stress triggers, as well as calming techniques, with your grooming instructor at check-in. Feel free to send us an email at [email protected] with any questions or concerns.
🐾 Who will be grooming my dog?
Joybound’s grooming salon is an academy where our students will be performing all grooming services with supervision from our grooming instructors.
🐾 Where do I enter for the Grooming Academy?
The Grooming Academy has a designated entrance. Please look for the Engelstad Grooming Academy signage to the right of the main adoption entrance (from the outside of the building).
🐾 When do I have to pick up my dog?
We require you to pick up your dog within 30 minutes of being notified.
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