brushing
Working through the coat by hand to lift out loose hair and tangles.
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Mutt n Chops is a calm grooming room at 97 Symonds Rd in Hitchin, run by Julia. Dogs and cats are groomed one family at a time, so the house stays quiet.
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one family's pets at a time, never rushed
Brushing, bathing, nails and full clips for dogs, plus grooming for cats. Ring us to talk through what your pet needs.
bathing
A warm bath and a proper dry before any trimming starts.
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nail clipping
Nails trimmed back, taken slowly with plenty of breaks.
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full clip
A full clip and tidy up, shaped to suit your dog's coat.
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cat grooming
Quiet grooming for cats, with the room kept to them alone.
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trusted by hitchin dog and cat owners
Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 Google reviews.
“They’ve been grooming our girls for the past year and a half, and I’m constantly stopped by people commenting on how beautifully maintained their coats are.”
“It’s lovely to have a kind and patient groomer for my anxious doggy. Mutt n Chops really goes the extra mile!”
“She is exceptional with them, never rushing and always taking the time to build a trusting relationship so they feel calm and relaxed.”
“She only grooms one family’s dogs at a time, which creates a much quieter, less stressful environment.”
“Julia is always happy to offer helpful advice on how to keep their coats healthy and looking their best between appointments.”
“Superb service!”
FAQs
frequently asked question about
Brushing, bathing, nail clipping and full clips are all part of the day. Tell us about your dog's coat and we will talk you through what suits it.
Yes, cats are groomed here too. Give us a ring on 07835 258210 and we can talk about your cat before you come.
No. Julia takes her time to build trust rather than rushing, which is what owners of anxious dogs tell us makes the difference.
Only one family's dogs are groomed at a time. That keeps the room quieter and far less stressful for your pet.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday are 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Thursday is 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. We are closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
We are at 97 Symonds Rd, Hitchin SG5 2JJ. Call 07835 258210 to find a slot that works for you.
Good to know
short reads on coat care
Small things that keep a coat in good order between visits.
Brushing at home without the wrestling match
How to keep a daily brush short and calm, and where tangles tend to start.
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Coats after spaying and castration
Why some coats change texture afterwards, and what that means for grooming.
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Helping a nervous dog settle before a groom
What owners of anxious dogs can do on the walk over and at the door.
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