Fuzz to Fab is a dog grooming studio at 17 Pine Harbour Parade in Beachlands, Auckland, with a focus on coat health. As well as full grooms, it offers one-on-one coat-care sessions, home coat-care packages, owner education, and Smith and Burton products. Appointments are by appointment only, online, with no walk-ins. Places are limited, and regular grooming every four to eight weeks can be arranged by email. Pricing is based on the dog's weight on the day, and the website lists prices for nail clips, bottom shaves, belly shaves, de-matting and a take-home flea shampoo towel, all by weight band. The website also sets out salon policies, and asks owners to say beforehand if their dog has a history of biting, severe anxiety, a health condition or a parasite.
Customers say the groomer does a thorough assessment for new clients, gives good advice and cares about animals. One customer says their late dog was turned from a mess into a much-loved pet, and that their current dog adores the groomer. Another says their Spitz has never looked so good, and that the groomer takes the time required. Customers also mention that the groomer is kind and gentle with nervous dogs. For a dog that needs careful coat care in Beachlands, the studio's one-on-one approach is set up for that.