The Pet Spa Manukau

pet_groomer — Manukau City Centre · Auckland

About The Pet Spa Manukau

The Pet Spa Manukau provides professional, compassionate pet grooming services dedicated to both dogs and cats. Staffed by experienced groomers and passionate animal lovers who understand pet psychology and behaviour, the salon focuses on delivering gentle, stress-free care tailored to each animal's needs. Services range from refreshing double-shampoo warm baths and de-shedding treatments to puppy tidy-ups, full breed styling, and specialized cat grooming.

Operating seven days a week on Great South Road, the salon accommodates pets of all sizes, from small dogs to giant breeds. With safety, comfort, and attentive care at the heart of their philosophy, the team works to ensure every pet leaves feeling relaxed, refreshed, and looking their best. Dedicated add-on treatments such as nail grinding, nose and paw pad balm, and gentle ear cleaning provide complete nose-to-tail wellness for family pets across the local community.

The Pet Spa Manukau: Compassionate, Full-Service Care for Dogs and Cats

Finding a grooming salon where pets are treated with genuine patience and empathy makes all the difference for pet owners. At The Pet Spa in Manukau, located on Great South Road, the grooming team brings a compassionate, skillful approach to pet hygiene and styling. Built by a dedicated team of lifelong dog lovers and trained professionals, the salon aims to make grooming an enjoyable, stress-free experience for dogs and cats alike.

Every pet arrives with a unique temperament, coat type, and history. Understanding pet psychology and behavioural cues is core to the salon’s everyday practice. Whether working with an energetic young puppy experiencing their very first bath or a sensitive senior cat requiring a quiet, methodical touch, the groomers focus on low-stress handling and careful attention to comfort.

Thoughtful Grooming Services for Every Need

The Pet Spa structures its treatments to suit pets of every size, categorised clearly from small companions under 6 kilograms through to giant breeds weighing 31 kilograms and above. For pets that simply need freshening up after an outdoor adventure, the Bath & Blow Dry package delivers thorough cleansing with a warm double-shampoo wash, deep conditioning, blow dry, coat de-shedding, nail trim, and ear cleaning.

Young dogs and breeds that require routine maintenance benefit from the Mini Groom, also ideal as a Puppy Groom. This package introduces young pets to the grooming environment through gentle face styling, light coat brushing, paw trimming, and hygiene clipping without the intensity of a full haircut. For dogs needing an all-over makeover, the Full Groom includes full body clipping, custom tail styling, complete brush-outs, sanitary hygiene trims, and precision scissor work around the face.

Dedicated Feline Grooming & Wellness Extras

Recognising that feline grooming requires specialized care, The Pet Spa offers dedicated cat grooming services. Cats can receive comprehensive grooming with or without a dry shampoo bath. Treatments feature coat brush-outs, nail clipping, sanitary shaves, and full body clips where requested or needed. Because cat appointments require undivided attention and a calm environment, dedicated time slots are arranged to ensure minimal stress.

Pet parents can also customize their pet’s visit with targeted health and hygiene add-ons. Available extras include nail grinding to soften rough claw edges, nourishing nose and paw pad balms, soothing sensitive-skin shampoo washes, flea treatment baths, teeth brushing, and routine anal gland expressions. Operating seven days a week with convenient hours, The Pet Spa serves as an accessible, welcoming grooming hub for pet owners across Manukau and the wider Auckland area.

Signature items

  • Full Groom
  • Mini Groom/Puppy Groom
  • Bath & Blow Dry
  • Cat Grooming with Dry Bath
  • Nail Grinding

Menu

Add-Ons & Extras

  • Nail Grinding — Smooths sharp claws to help prevent scratch marks.
  • Nail Cutting — Routine claw trimming for comfort and paw health.
  • Nose & Paw Pad Balm — Nourishing balm applied to soothe dry or cracked pads and noses.
  • Flea Bath — Specialized bath treatment designed to address flea infestations.
  • Sensitive Skin Shampoo — Gentle, soothing shampoo formulation for sensitive pet skin.
  • Teeth Brush — Oral hygiene brush out for fresh breath and cleaner teeth.
  • Anal Glands Expression — Routine manual expression of anal glands by trained staff.

Grooming Packages

  • Bath & Blow Dry — Warm bath with double shampoo, conditioning treatment, blow dry, short coat de-shedding, nail trimming, and ear cleaning.
  • Mini Groom / Puppy Groom — Warm bath with double shampoo, conditioning treatment, blow dry, nail trimming, ear cleaning, paw shave, sanitary shave, face tidy up, styling, and light coat brush out.
  • Full Groom — Warm bath with double shampoo, conditioning treatment, blow dry, nail clipping, ear cleaning, paw shave, sanitary shave, face tidy up, tail styling, full body clipping, and full coat brush out.
  • Cat Grooming - Without Bath — Dry grooming for cats including coat brush out, full body clipping, nail trimming, ear cleaning, paw shave, and sanitary shave.
  • Cat Grooming - With Dry Bath — Cat grooming package including dry shampoo bath, coat brush out, full body clipping, nail trimming, ear cleaning, paw shave, and sanitary shave.

Frequently asked questions

What pet sizes does The Pet Spa accommodate?
The Pet Spa caters to all dog sizes according to their weight chart: Small (1–6 kg), Medium (7–12 kg), Large (13–20 kg), Extra Large (21–30 kg), and Giant (31 kg and above).
Do you groom cats?
Yes, dedicated cat grooming appointments are available, offering full body clipping, coat brush outs, nail trimming, ear cleaning, paw and sanitary shaves, with options for dry shampoo baths.
Is a deposit required for cat grooming?
Yes, a non-refundable $60 deposit is required at booking for cat grooming, which is deducted from the total grooming cost on the day of the appointment.
What happens if my pet is matted?
Extra charges may apply if your dog or cat has a matted coat, as de-matting requires extra care and specialized handling.
What extra services can I add to a groom?
You can add nail grinding, nail cutting, flea baths, sensitive skin shampoo, nose and paw pad balm, teeth brushing, or anal gland expressions.
What is your policy if a pet becomes distressed during grooming?
The team prioritises pet welfare and reserves the right to terminate the grooming session at any stage if a dog or cat shows signs of severe distress.

Tips

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