Dogtown Pet Grooming – Terms & Conditions
At Dogtown, our priority is the wellbeing of your pet and delivering a high standard of service. Please read the terms below carefully, as they apply to all grooming services provided.
1. Client Responsibilities
- You must provide accurate and up-to-date information about your pet’s behaviour and condition at each visit.
- By registering with Dogtown, you agree to these Terms & Conditions and allow us to rely on the information provided.
- A completed registration form must be submitted before your appointment; without it, we will be unable to proceed.
2. Communication & Media
- We may contact you by phone, SMS, email, or post with updates, offers, or reminders.
- We may photograph or video your pet for use on our website or social media.
- Please inform us if you do not wish to receive communications or have your pet’s image used.
3. Appointment Requirements
- Pets must be fit and healthy, and all vaccinations must be up to date.
- Grooming of elderly, sick, or frail pets is done at the owner's risk.
- Grooming may reveal underlying skin or health conditions. We are not liable for any such discoveries. Please consult your vet for advice.
4. Deposits & Booking
- A £20 deposit is required for all bookings. For large or XL breeds, a £40 deposit may be required.
- Deposits are refundable with at least 24 hours’ notice of cancellation or change.
- Missed appointments or cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice will forfeit the deposit.
- Deposits can be paid via phone, email link, or in person.
- Registration forms must be completed and returned prior to your appointment. Failure to do so will result in cancellation.
5. Punctuality & Collection
- If you arrive more than 30 minutes late, we may be unable to groom your pet due to scheduling and reserve the right to turn you away.
- Once we notify you that your pet is ready (via phone or SMS), please collect them promptly.
- Pets left over 30 minutes after notification may incur a late collection fee.
6. Cancellations & Missed Appointments
- We operate a strict 48-hour cancellation policy.
- Cancellations or rebookings within 48 hours will be charged 50% of the appointment fee.
- No-shows will be charged 100% of the appointment fee.
- Dogtown reserves the right to cancel or rearrange appointments at short notice due to staff availability or emergencies.
7. Matting & Fleas
- Severely matted pets may require a complete clip-down for safety and comfort.
- Extra time and charges apply for matted coats.
- Pets with fleas will be treated with flea shampoo at an additional charge of £10.
8. Health & Safety
- If your pet becomes ill in our care and veterinary attention is required, all costs will be at the owner's expense unless Dogtown is clearly at fault.
- We reserve the right to refuse grooming if a pet poses a risk to itself, our staff, or other clients.
9. Payment
- Payment is required at the time of collection.
- We accept cash, debit/credit cards.
Thank you for choosing Dogtown. We look forward to caring for your pet.