Updated October 2026 · 7 minute read
Most price lists group dogs by weight, but groomers really sell time, and time depends on coat as much as size. This chart puts 41 popular breeds into the size-and-coat group they usually fall into, with 2026 U.S. ranges for a bath and a full groom and the chair time each group takes.
- Small smooth breeds (Chihuahua, Pug, Beagle): about $45–$65 for a full groom.
- Small curly or long coats (Shih Tzu, Maltese, Bichon, Yorkie): about $60–$95.
- Double coats (Husky, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd): about $85–$120, with de-shedding.
- Standard doodles and poodles: about $110–$180. Giant breeds: $130–$220.
- Across all dogs, Thumbtack puts the U.S. average at $104 a session (typical range $79–$136).
Dog grooming prices by breed chart
| Breed | Size and coat group | Bath and brush | Full groom | Chair time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airedale Terrier | Large curly coat (doodle, poodle) | $75–$100 | $110–$180 | 150–210 min |
| American Staffordshire Terrier | Medium, smooth coat | $45–$60 | $60–$85 | 75–90 min |
| Australian Shepherd | Medium to large, double coat | $70–$100* | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Beagle | Small, smooth coat | $30–$45 | $45–$65 | 60–75 min |
| Bernese Mountain Dog | Giant breed | $85–$130 | $130–$220 | 150–240 min |
| Bichon Frise | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Border Collie | Medium to large, double coat | $70–$100* | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Boston Terrier | Small, smooth coat | $30–$45 | $45–$65 | 60–75 min |
| Boxer | Large, smooth coat | $60–$85 | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Bulldog | Medium, smooth coat | $45–$60 | $60–$85 | 75–90 min |
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Chihuahua | Small, smooth coat | $30–$45 | $45–$65 | 60–75 min |
| Cocker Spaniel | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Dachshund (smooth) | Small, smooth coat | $30–$45 | $45–$65 | 60–75 min |
| Doberman Pinscher | Large, smooth coat | $60–$85 | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| French Bulldog | Small, smooth coat | $30–$45 | $45–$65 | 60–75 min |
| German Shepherd | Medium to large, double coat | $70–$100* | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Golden Retriever | Medium to large, double coat | $70–$100* | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Great Dane | Giant breed | $85–$130 | $130–$220 | 150–240 min |
| Great Pyrenees | Giant breed | $85–$130 | $130–$220 | 150–240 min |
| Havanese | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Labrador Retriever | Large, smooth coat | $60–$85 | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Lhasa Apso | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Maltese | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Mini Goldendoodle or Labradoodle | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Miniature Schnauzer | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Newfoundland | Giant breed | $85–$130 | $130–$220 | 150–240 min |
| Old English Sheepdog | Giant breed | $85–$130 | $130–$220 | 150–240 min |
| Pomeranian | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Portuguese Water Dog | Large curly coat (doodle, poodle) | $75–$100 | $110–$180 | 150–210 min |
| Pug | Small, smooth coat | $30–$45 | $45–$65 | 60–75 min |
| Samoyed | Medium to large, double coat | $70–$100* | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Shetland Sheepdog | Medium to large, double coat | $70–$100* | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Shih Tzu | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Siberian Husky | Medium to large, double coat | $70–$100* | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Standard Goldendoodle or Labradoodle | Large curly coat (doodle, poodle) | $75–$100 | $110–$180 | 150–210 min |
| Standard Poodle | Large curly coat (doodle, poodle) | $75–$100 | $110–$180 | 150–210 min |
| Toy or Miniature Poodle | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
| Vizsla | Medium, smooth coat | $45–$60 | $60–$85 | 75–90 min |
| Weimaraner | Large, smooth coat | $60–$85 | $85–$120 | 90–120 min |
| Yorkshire Terrier | Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min |
Price and time ranges: Franpos, “Dog Grooming Prices” (August 2026), U.S. size-and-coat table. Breed groups are our placement by each breed’s usual adult size and coat. *Double-coat bath price includes de-shedding.
Use the chart as a starting point, not a quote. A 12 lb Shih Tzu with a short puppy cut and a 16 lb Shih Tzu with a long coat and mats are different jobs, even though they share a row. The dog in front of you, its coat condition and how often it is groomed decide the final price.
Prices by size and coat group
Every breed in the chart falls into one of seven groups. These are the ranges behind the chart:
| Group | Bath and brush | Full groom | Chair time | Example breeds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small, smooth coat (under 25 lb) | $30–$45 | $45–$65 | 60–75 min | Chihuahua, Pug, Beagle |
| Small, curly or drop coat | $40–$55 | $60–$95 | 90–120 min | Shih Tzu, Maltese, Bichon |
| Medium, smooth coat (25–60 lb) | $45–$60 | $60–$85 | 75–90 min | Bulldog, Vizsla |
| Medium to large, double coat | $70–$100 | $85–$120 | 90–120 min | Husky, Golden, German Shepherd |
| Large, smooth coat (60–90 lb) | $60–$85 | $85–$120 | 90–120 min | Labrador, Boxer, Doberman |
| Large curly coat | $75–$100 | $110–$180 | 150–210 min | Standard doodle, Standard Poodle |
| Giant breed (90 lb+) | $85–$130 | $130–$220 | 150–240 min | Newfoundland, Bernese |
Source: Franpos (August 2026). Franpos notes a bath and brush typically costs 30% to 50% less than a full haircut.
Other 2026 guides land in a similar place. Dogster prices a small curly coat at $50–$120 and a giant curly coat at $95–$175, with matted coats starting at $100 or more for small dogs and $150 or more for giants.
Why breed changes the price
Breed matters because it predicts two things: how much dog there is, and how long the coat takes to wash, dry and finish.
- Curly and drop coats (poodles, doodles, Bichons, Shih Tzus) keep growing and need scissoring, so they take the longest per pound.
- Double coats (Huskies, Shepherds, Goldens) are not usually cut short, but they need long drying and de-shedding, which adds time and product.
- Smooth coats (Labs, Boxers, Pugs) are mostly bath, dry, nails and ears, so they are the quickest.
- Giant breeds take longer at every step, and some need two people to lift and handle.
K9 of Mine lists breeds that need frequent professional grooming, including Poodles, Bichons, Portuguese Water Dogs, Old English Sheepdogs, Shih Tzus, Yorkies, Maltese and Pomeranians. These are the breeds where pricing by weight alone loses the most money.
How groomers price a breed
The simplest reliable method is to price the time, then check it against the market:
- Time a few dogs of the breed. Note bath, dry, cut and finish separately.
- Set a target rate per groom hour. Franpos uses a target of about $55 to $60 per chair hour in its 2026 example.
- Multiply. A standard doodle that takes 2.5 hours at $60 an hour is a $150 groom, which sits inside the market range of $110 to $180.
- Add condition charges for matting, a long gap since the last groom, or difficult handling.
- Compare with your local market and adjust, so you are not far above or below nearby salons.
Add-ons and condition charges
| Service | Typical 2026 price |
|---|---|
| Nail trim (on its own) | $10–$20 |
| Nail grind | $10–$15 |
| Teeth brushing | $8–$12 |
| Anal gland expression | $10–$15 |
| De-shedding treatment | $15–$35 |
| Flea or medicated bath | $15–$25 |
| De-matting | $15–$20 per 15 minutes |
| Handling surcharge (difficult dog) | $10–$25 |
Sources: Franpos (August 2026); nail trim range from K9 of Mine (updated April 2025).
Matting is the charge that matters most by breed. Doodles, poodles and long-coated small breeds mat quickly when owners stretch the time between grooms, and de-matting can double the time on the table. Franpos also suggests a 10% to 15% surcharge when a dog comes in more than 12 weeks after its last groom.
Location and salon type
Where the salon is changes the price of the same breed:
- City and coastal salons run about 20% to 35% above the top of these ranges, according to Franpos; MoeGo puts the urban premium at 15% to 30%.
- Rural salons sit near the bottom of each range.
- Chain stores such as PetSmart and Petco usually charge about $40 to $80 or more for a full groom, according to Hepper.
- Mobile groomers generally charge more than salons because the van, fuel and travel time are part of every appointment.
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Questions
How much does it cost to groom a doodle?
A full groom for a standard Goldendoodle or Labradoodle usually runs about $110 to $180 in 2026, because it often takes 2.5 to 3.5 hours. Mini doodles cost less, about $60 to $95, closer to other small curly-coated dogs.
Which dog breeds are the most expensive to groom?
Giant and curly-coated breeds cost the most: Old English Sheepdogs, Newfoundlands, Bernese Mountain Dogs, Great Pyrenees, standard poodles and doodles. Their grooms take two to four hours, so a full groom often costs $110 to $220.
Which breeds are cheapest to groom?
Small smooth-coated breeds such as Chihuahuas, Pugs, Boston Terriers, French Bulldogs and Beagles are the cheapest, usually $30 to $45 for a bath and brush and $45 to $65 for a full groom.
How much does it cost to groom a Shih Tzu?
A Shih Tzu full groom typically costs about $60 to $95, and a bath and brush about $40 to $55. Matted coats or a long show trim cost more because they take longer.
How much should I tip a dog groomer?
Thumbtack says groomers are generally tipped 15% to 20% in the United States; Hepper gives a wider range of 15% to 25% of the total cost.
How should a groomer price breeds that are not on a list?
Estimate the grooming time for the dog’s size and coat, then multiply it by your target rate per groom hour. Add a condition charge for matting or difficult handling.
Related guides
Sources
- Franpos: Dog Grooming Prices, August 2026
- Dogster: How Much Does Dog Grooming Cost? 2026 Price Guide, updated October 2026
- Thumbtack: Dog Grooming Prices, accessed October 2026
- K9 of Mine: Dog Grooming Prices, updated April 2025
- Hepper: Dog Grooming Costs, January 2026
- MoeGo: How Much Is Dog Grooming, February 2026
Tahir Abbas
Founder of Softotech Solutions. Tahir builds Excel and Google Sheets tools for small service businesses, including the free calculators on this site. Price ranges in this guide come from the sources listed above; breed groups are our placement and are checked when the guide is updated.