Free Pet Groomer Invoice Template & Generator
Build pet grooming invoices for baths, haircuts, nail trims, and specialty treatments. Bill per service or grooming package.
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How does a pet groomer invoice a client?
Grooming invoices list the service by the pet, the breed or coat type, and the package, since price often scales with size and condition. Add extras such as de-matting, nail trims, or flea treatment on their own lines. Note the date and any mobile callout so the client has a clear record of the visit.
Your invoice needs the basics plus details that matter for pet services. Include the pet's name and breed, not just the owner's name, because some clients have multiple animals and your records need to match theirs. List each service separately with the price: bath, nail trim, ear cleaning, deshedding treatment. If you used any add-ons like special shampoo for skin conditions or flea treatment, call those out. Date and time of service helps clients remember which appointment they are paying for, especially regulars who come monthly.
Most groomers charge payment due at pickup. This works best because you have already done the work and the client is right there. Some will take a deposit for first-time clients or dogs with behavioral issues, usually half the estimated total. Monthly clients sometimes get net 15 terms once you trust them, but cash flow is easier when you collect same-day.
Send the invoice before they arrive to pick up their dog. Text or email it when you are finishing up. They can review charges and get their payment ready instead of surprise questions at the counter. This cuts pickup time in half and you will get fewer people who "forgot their wallet" and promise to pay later.
Typical line items
- Full groom (by size or breed)
- Bath and tidy
- De-matting or heavy-coat charge
- Nail trim and ear cleaning
- Flea or specialty treatment
- Hand-stripping or breed-specific cut
- Mobile grooming callout
- Additional pet
How the work is charged
Pet groomers usually charge per groom, priced by the animal's size, breed, and coat condition. De-matting, specialty treatments, and mobile callouts are commonly added as separate lines.
Payment terms and deposits
Payment is generally due at the appointment, by card or cash. Mobile groomers may take a deposit to hold the slot, and regular clients sometimes prepay a block of grooms.
Tax and compliance
If you are registered for sales tax or VAT, show it as a separate line with your registration number. Whether grooming and any products are taxable varies by location, so confirm what applies to you.
Frequently asked questions
How do pet groomers set prices?
Grooming prices depend on breed, size, and coat condition. Small dogs $30–$50, medium $50–$80, large $70–$120. Dematting, de-shedding, and specialty cuts add $15–$40 each.
What should a pet grooming invoice include?
Include pet name, breed, services performed (bath, haircut, nails, ears, teeth), add-ons, any matting surcharges, products used, and notes on skin or coat conditions observed.
Should pet groomers charge extra for matting?
Yes. Severely matted coats take significantly more time and skill. Charge $15–$50+ extra depending on severity. Explain this policy during check-in and document the coat condition.
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