Barky Lounge, Edgewater, Miami
Creative Dog Grooming in Miami, FL
Pet safe color, patterns, shaped cuts, seasonal designs. If you have an idea, bring it in and we will tell you honestly what your dog's coat can carry and what it cannot. Color starts at $25 and everything we use washes out.
- Pet safe color only
- Nothing permanent
- Bring your idea or a photo
- Open 7 days
Beyond a standard groom
Creative Dog Grooming in Miami, FL
Creative grooming is the stuff that goes past a haircut: color through the ears and tail, a pattern shaved into the coat, a shaped cut that is not any breed standard, something for a birthday, a holiday or a photoshoot.
Miami is a good city for it. We see requests around Art Basel, Pride, holidays and birthdays, and the Wynwood and Design District crowd in particular come in for it.
The honest version: not every idea works on every dog. A pattern needs enough coat to cut into. Color needs a light enough base to show. A dog who will not stand still for three hours is not a candidate for anything elaborate. Tell us what you have in mind and we will tell you what is realistic before you commit to it. Everything we use is pet safe dog hair dye, applied by hand, and it washes out. Looking for a creative dog groomer Miami dog owners can trust? Barky Lounge is in Edgewater.
What Creative Grooming Can Include
- Color through the ears, tail, legs or full coat, pet safe dye only
- Patterns and shapes cut into the coat
- Shaped cuts that are not a breed standard, see custom dog haircuts
- Seasonal and holiday designs
- Birthday and event grooms
- Hand scissoring for dogs for anything that needs a soft, sculpted edge
Everything is temporary. Color fades over 5 to 6 washes and a cut grows out. Nothing we do to your dog is permanent.
Creative Grooming Prices in Miami, FL
From $25
Color from $25 and hand scissoring at $75 per hour, both added to a full groom appointment from $70. Because every creative groom is different, we quote it after talking it through. Call or text (786) 409-2885 with your idea.
Is Creative Grooming Right for Your Dog?
| Your dog | Our answer |
|---|---|
| Light coated Poodle or Doodle, relaxed on the table | Ideal. Most of what you see online is this dog. See Miami Doodle grooming |
| Dense coat, long enough to cut into | Patterns work well |
| Dark coat | Color will not show much. A pattern might work instead |
| Short, smooth coat | Limited options, not enough coat to work with |
| Gets stressed on the table | We would not recommend it. These are long appointments |
| Puppy | We would wait until the adult coat is in |
How to Book Creative Grooming
Call, text, or book online
Tell us your dog's breed, size, and coat condition. You can also request a specific groomer, and we'll do our best based on their availability.
Book online or text (786) 409-2885, which is the fastest. We reply to texts the same day during business hours.
Drop off at your time slot
We go over the cut you want, check the coat, and confirm the price before we start. If you're running late, call or message us. Arrivals more than 15 minutes late may be treated as a walk-in, depending on availability.
Pick up a fresh dog
We call or text as soon as they are ready. Most grooms take 2 to 3 hours, depending on size and coat. See how long dog grooming takes.
Gift cards are available in any amount. Ask us in store or call (786) 409-2885.
Our Other Dog Grooming Services in Miami
Every service below is available at our Edgewater salon, on its own or alongside a full groom.
Grooming
Nails, Face and Hygiene
Grooming for Your Dog
- Full Groom Service in Miami
- Puppy Grooming in Miami
- Senior Dog Grooming in Miami
- XL and XXL Dog Grooming in Miami
- One on One Grooming in Miami
- Poodle Grooming in Miami
- Doodle Grooming in Miami
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- Shih Tzu Grooming in Miami
- Maltese Grooming in Miami
- Schnauzer Grooming in Miami
- Double Coat Breeds in Miami
Creative Dog Grooming in Miami, Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe for my dog?
The products are, they are made for dogs and we never use human dye. The bigger question is whether your dog is comfortable standing for a long appointment. We will tell you if we do not think they are.
How long does the color last?
About 5 to 6 washes.
How much does it cost?
Color from $25, hand scissoring $75 per hour, on top of the full groom. We quote properly once we know what you want. See all service prices.
How long is the appointment?
Longer than a standard groom. Anything elaborate can run 4 hours or more. See how long dog grooming appointments last.
Can you do a specific design I saw online?
Send it to us on WhatsApp and we will tell you straight whether it will work on your dog's coat.
Will you turn down a request?
Yes, if we think it is not right for the dog, or if the coat cannot carry it. We would rather say no than take money for something that will look wrong.
Book Creative Grooming in Miami Today
Explore our services and book an appointment today. For more information, don't hesitate to reach out to us.