By appointment
Cat grooming in Springfield, MO
Cats deserve the same calm, careful grooming we give every dog. At Dapper Doodle, cat grooming is unhurried and quiet — no crowded lobby, no rushing — so your cat stays as relaxed as possible.
Last updated: July 2026
Why cats need professional grooming
Cats groom themselves — right up until they can’t. Long-haired breeds, seniors, overweight cats, and cats with arthritis all reach a point where self-grooming stops keeping up. That’s when mats form, skin gets irritated, and what started as a cosmetic problem turns into an uncomfortable one.
A professional groom clears the coat back to comfortable, removes loose undercoat before it can felt, and gets nails back to a length that doesn’t catch on everything.
Signs your cat is due for a groom
- Mats forming behind the ears, under the legs, or along the back
- More shedding around the house than usual
- Grease or dandruff along the spine and base of the tail
- Overgrown nails catching on carpet and furniture
- A senior or overweight cat who can no longer groom themselves properly
- A long-haired breed — Persians, Maine Coons, Ragdolls, Himalayans
The whole appointment
What a cat groom includes
Every groom is built around your cat’s coat and comfort rather than a fixed checklist. A typical appointment includes:
- A bath with cat-safe shampoo
- A thorough de-shedding brush-out
- Nail trim
- Ear cleaning
- Sanitary trim
- An unhurried, calm pace from start to finish
You can book cat grooming at 1929 E Independence St in Springfield, MO. Appointments only, so your cat gets a one-on-one session.
Quiet slots, and a pace your cat sets
Cats do best when grooming is quiet and predictable, so we don’t treat a cat like a small dog. We book cats into low-traffic slots — often early in the day — so there’s no barking, no crowded lobby, and no waiting around noise.
The pace is slow and we stop when your cat needs a break. Our focus is a comfortable, cosmetic groom that leaves your cat clean and mat-free. We don’t make medical claims, and if we spot something that looks like it needs a vet, we’ll tell you plainly.
Long-haired and matted coats
Long-haired cats and cats with some matting are welcome. We work through tangles carefully and comfort-first, clearing loose undercoat before it can felt down against the skin.
If a coat is heavily matted, we’ll talk you through the gentlest option before we start — sometimes that means a shorter clip than you were expecting, and we’ll never do that without asking first.
Who cat grooming is for
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Long-haired breeds
Persians, Maine Coons, Ragdolls, and other long-coated cats mat faster than most owners can keep up with. Regular grooming clears the coat before tangles turn into painful mats close to the skin.
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Seniors & cats who can’t keep up
Arthritis, extra weight, and old age all make self-grooming harder. If your cat has stopped reaching their back or hind end, a groom does the part they no longer can — gently, and at their pace.
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Heavy shedders
A proper de-shedding brush-out pulls loose undercoat before it ends up on your furniture or swallowed into hairballs. It is the single biggest difference most owners notice afterwards.
Pricing & booking
What does cat grooming cost?
Cat grooming is priced by your cat’s size, coat, and condition, so the most accurate number comes from a quick call — we’d rather quote you honestly than post a figure that changes at drop-off.
For a general breakdown of what cat grooming costs and what pushes the price up or down, see our cat grooming cost guide. Coat length and the amount of matting are usually the two biggest factors.
Cat grooming is by appointment. Full-service dog grooming is also by appointment; self-wash for dogs is walk-in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get my cat groomed in Springfield, MO?
You can book cat grooming at Dapper Doodle Grooming, 1929 E Independence St in Springfield, MO. Cat grooming is by appointment in a calm, quiet setting and includes a bath, a de-shedding brush-out, nail trim, ear cleaning, and a sanitary trim.
What’s included in a cat groom at Dapper Doodle?
A cat groom at Dapper Doodle Grooming in Springfield, MO typically includes a bath with cat-safe shampoo, a thorough de-shedding brush-out, nail trim, ear cleaning, and a sanitary trim, done at a calm, unhurried pace.
Do you groom cats gently and low-stress?
Yes. Dapper Doodle Grooming grooms cats in a quiet, low-stress way and offers early, calm appointment slots so nervous cats aren’t waiting around noise. We focus on a comfortable, cosmetic groom, not medical treatments.
Do I need an appointment for cat grooming?
Yes. Cat grooming at Dapper Doodle Grooming in Springfield, MO is by appointment so we can give your cat a calm, one-on-one session. Call (417) 496-1588 or book online.
Do you groom long-haired or matted cats?
Yes. Dapper Doodle Grooming grooms long-haired cats and can carefully work through matting with a gentle, comfort-first approach. Final pricing depends on your cat’s coat length and condition.
Serving Springfield, MO and nearby neighborhoods — including Bradford Park, Mission Hills, Ravenwood, Lakewood Village, and the surrounding 417 area.
Springfield, MO
Book calm cat grooming.
Cat grooming is by appointment so your cat gets a quiet, one-on-one session. Call us and we’ll find a low-traffic slot.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (417) 496-1588