Puppy Introduction
A small bath, dry and tidy up (trim face, feet and bums!), and getting used to the salon's environment and noises. Plus lots of fuss and cuddles.
Please call for more info and prices.
A relaxed dog grooming salon on Rye Road, Hoddesdon, where dogs play instead of waiting in cages.
Full grooms, baths and puppy introductions with Jade and the team, and nails clipped for free. Grooming Marvellous first opened its doors in July 2007.
- 5.0 from 40 Google reviews
- Tuesday to Saturday
- 103 Rye Road, Hoddesdon
Frankie the Westie, before and after his groom
What every dog gets with us
Nails and eyes, for free
For the health and well-being of your dog we clip nails and clean hair from in front of their eyes for free. Please call and book to make sure a groomer is available.
No cages, no drying boxes
We do not routinely cage dogs and never use drying boxes (sometimes known as 'ovens'). Dogs can socialise, play and wander around as they please, with plenty of toys and beds.
2007
Grooming since July 2007
Grooming Marvellous first opened its doors in July 2007 and has been growing in popularity ever since. Our aim has always been a relaxed, friendly salon where each dog gets the time and individual attention they need.
The full groom, start to finish
Every full groom is styled to breed standard or to your own design, and we take the time with both you and your dog to get it just how you like it.
Our full grooming service includes a double shampoo bath (shampoo, rinse and repeat), conditioner and detangler if needed, and anal glands checked and expressed if required.
Then a blow dry and a full groom, including all dead hair removal, totally combed through and knot free. Clipped, scissored, styled or hand-stripped to breed standard or your own design, style or alterations. Nail clipping, ear cleaning and plucking when necessary.
We have a range of hypo-allergenic shampoos for dogs with sensitive skin or allergies, and we're happy to use any medicated shampoos your vet has given you.
- Bathing (double shampoo and conditioning)
- Drying
- Clipping
- Scissoring
- Trimming
- Handstripping
- Plaque removal
- Ear cleaning
- Nail clipping
A guide to our prices
These prices are based on dogs that are groomed regularly. Every coat is different, so call us to confirm a price for your dog.
Full groom prices by size
- Approx. £36
Small breeds
e.g. Yorkie, Westie, Shih Tzu
- Approx. £45
Medium breeds
e.g. Cockerpoo, Miniature Poodle, Cocker Spaniel
- Approx. £48
Large breeds, double coated
e.g. large Lab, German Shepherd, Husky
- Approx. £55
Large breeds, full groom
e.g. Labradoodle
- Approx. £120
Giant breeds
e.g. Newfoundlands
- From £24
Bath and brush through
Includes nails, feet trimmed and ears cleaned. Great in-between grooms or for special occasions.
If the coat has become matted
If you have gone a while between grooms and your dog's coat has become matted there will be a £5 or £10 additional cost, depending on how much extra time we need. This sometimes means a shorter haircut than usual, but also that your dog won't be pulled or tugged at.
Additional services
Please call to book in advance.
- Nail ClippingFREE
- Anal gland emptying£10.00
- Clear in front of eyesFREE
Before and after, from our grooming table
Some of the dogs we've groomed, before and after their visit.
Run by Jade, with time for every dog
Grooming Marvellous is run by Jade Adams. Jade is an experienced, qualified groomer who is trained in Canine First Aid and has extensive experience in working with animals.
When Grooming Marvellous was founded, its aim was to be a relaxed and friendly salon where each dog is given the time they need and, most importantly, individual attention, so their experience is enjoyable and not stressful. That has stayed our aim as we've grown over the years.
Jade is happy to give you advice on grooming your dog, managing their coat and their well-being at home, and will spend time with you to make sure your dog is groomed and styled just how you like.
Our staff are professionally trained to an advanced level in the latest techniques and are fully insured for your pet whilst in our care.
Grooming Marvellous and GM Academy have moved from Hertford to 103 Rye Road, Hoddesdon.
Puppies, day care and collection
Doggy Day Care
Your little ones can spend the day with us, playing and socialising, if you have things you need to be doing. Full days from 9:30am to 4:30pm, or a half day.
Call 07867 522333 for availability.
Collection and Delivery
We also offer a limited delivery and collection service, so your dog can be picked up and brought home again.
Call 07867 522333 for more information and a quote.
GM Academy, in the same salon
Grooming Marvellous shares its salon with GM Academy, our training school for new groomers, and for owners who want to learn to groom their own dog.
- Semi private tutoring, one to one or one to two, in a busy working salon.
- Qualifications from AIM Qualifications, an awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual.
- Jade has over 14 years' experience in the grooming industry.
- No experience necessary. Monthly or 'Pay in 3' payment plans available for courses.
- £50
1 Day introduction into Dog Grooming
10am to 3pm, Tuesday to Friday
- £160
Personal Dog Grooming
Groom your own dog, one owner and one dog
- £290
2 Day Bathing Assistant Course
Certificate on completion
- £3850
AIM Level 3 Certificate in Dog Grooming
26 day practical course, including AIM enrolment fees
- £5100
AIM Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming
Approx 40 day practical course, including AIM enrolment fees
The £50 introduction day is offset against the total if an AIM course is booked within 3 months.
What owners say when they collect
5.0
from 40 Google reviews
“Very good Grooming! They're really good and they go the extra mile to satisfy their clients. 👌”
“Very happy with the service we received today. I dropped my rescue off for a bath and nail clipping, and I was really impressed with the relaxed atmosphere! He had so much fun playing with all the toys and other dogs he didn't even want to come home! And to top it off, he looked beautiful and smelt lovely! Never seen him so handsome! I will 100% recommend and be coming back! Thank you x”
“I did the one day course of learning how to groom my own dog. Not only was Jade very kind and nice, I also had a lot of fun and learnt many useful things. I can highly recommend doing the course, it's well worth it. My nervous dog even got to like Jade by the end. She is naturally good with animals and so knowledgeable. Thank you”
“Took my two dogs here this morning to get their nails trimmed. Been meaning to go for a while as it's close by. Was fairly busy in there (Saturday morning) but they sorted their nails within a few minutes, despite not having booked. Very friendly staff. Even better, went to pay and they said we don't charge for nail trimming! Bought some raffle tickets for their charity competition instead. Would definitely recommend.”
“I brought my puppy here for her first full groom and was so pleased with the result! Not only did she seem really happy and comfortable being there but she also looked and smelt lovely, we've had lots of compliments! Thank you Grooming Marvellous :)”
Visit the salon on Rye Road
Look for the blue paw prints above the window.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Wednesday
- 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Thursday
- 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Friday
- 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Saturday
- 9am - 4pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Book a groom or ask a question
Call, text or WhatsApp us, or send an email. Tell us your dog's name and breed and what you're after.