Before and after comparison of a maltipoo dog on a grooming table at Puppy Island Care & Spa

Small Breed Grooming in Glendale, CA | Serving the Los Angeles Area

Puppy Island Care & Spa provides professional small breed grooming in Glendale, California, serving families from Burbank, Pasadena, La Cañada Flintridge, Eagle Rock, Atwater Village, Silver Lake, and surrounding Los Angeles communities.

We specialize in grooming small companion breeds that require consistent coat maintenance, careful handling, and precise shaping. Our structured approach ensures clean, balanced grooming in a calm environment.

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Small Dog Breeds We Groom

We regularly groom:

• Maltipoos

• Maltese

• Shih Tzus

• Havanese

• Yorkshire Terriers (Yorkies)

• Toy and Mini Poodles

• Other small companion breeds

Each groom is adjusted based on coat type, density, and temperament.

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Why Small Breeds Require Specialized Grooming

Small dogs often have fine, soft coats that mat easily and require consistent upkeep.

• High matting risk around ears, legs, and collar area

• Tear staining near the eyes

• Sensitive skin

• Requires careful face and sanitary trimming

• Needs consistent grooming every 4–6 weeks

Proper maintenance keeps small breeds comfortable and prevents coat damage.

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Before and after comparison of a fluffy white dog Pomeranian at Puppy Island Care & Spa

Our Structured Grooming Process for Small Dogs

At Puppy Island Care & Spa, small breed appointments are handled with care and control.

• Gentle handling for smaller frames

• Careful eye and face trimming

• Controlled drying to prevent overheating

• Coat assessment before detangling

• Calm, organized grooming environment in Glendale

We focus on clean shaping while maintaining softness and natural coat balance.

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Popular Small Breed Haircuts

We offer:

• Teddy bear trims

• Short maintenance cuts

• Face shaping and round trims

• Sanitary trims

• Whitening treatments

• Full grooming packages including bath, blow dry, nail trim, and haircut

Each appointment is customized based on owner preference and coat condition.

Before and after comparison of a white dog maltese with a groomer at puppy island care & Spa
Before and after comparison of a dog Yorkie with a haircut, showing a significant transformation at Puppy Island Care & Spa
Before and after comparison of a shih tzu dog with grooming results at puppy island care & Spa
Before and after comparison of a white dog pomeranian at Puppy Island Care & Spa
Before and after comparison of a Miniature Schnauzer dog with grooming results at Puppy Island Care & Spa
Before and after comparison of a Miniature Schnauzer dog's grooming transformation at Puppy Island Care & Spa

Client Reviews for Small Breed Grooming in Glendale, CA

  • ★★★★★

    Great With Our Maltipoo - La Cañada

    “Our Maltipoo gets nervous during grooming, but they handled her gently and didn’t rush. The trim was even and kept her fluffy without going too short.”

    -Samantha L.
  • ★★★★★

    Very Careful With Our Shih Tzu – Burbank

    “They paid attention around the face and eyes, which is important for our Shih Tzu. The grooming felt organized and not chaotic.”

    -Kevin D.
  • ★★★★★

    Consistent Every Time Grooming – Glendale Client

    “We’ve brought our Yorkie here a few times now and the consistency is what stands out. The trim is always even and they remember how we like the face shaped. It doesn’t feel rushed, which is important with small dogs.”

    -Marissa H.
  • ★★★★★

    Gentle With Our Havanese Review – Silver Lake Client

    “Our Havanese can be sensitive around his paws. They handled him carefully and didn’t force anything. The coat felt soft and clean, and the shaping around the legs looked neat without being too short.”

    -Robert C.
  • ★★★★★

    Finally a Groomer Who Listens – Eagle Rock Client

    “I’m very particular about how short I want my Maltese trimmed. They asked questions before starting and checked the coat condition first. The result looked balanced and natural, not overly shaved. We’ll definitely be back.”

    -Elena P.

Frequently Asked Questions About Small Breed Grooming

Most small breeds require grooming every 4–6 weeks depending on coat length.

Yes. We provide whitening treatments and careful trimming around the eyes.

We are located in Glendale, California, and serve clients from across the greater Los Angeles area.