There’s something to be said for getting your dog groomed and picking up a bag of food and some flea treatment in the same trip. Nifty Dog Grooming & Pet Shop in Kamo does exactly that, with a grooming salon for dogs of all breeds (and cats too) alongside a well-stocked pet shop.
It’s run by owner and head groomer Cheryl, a fully qualified groomer registered with the National Dog Groomers Association of NZ, who swapped a 10-year career for a job working with animals.
Why locals choose Nifty
- One-stop shop: grooming and pet supplies under one roof.
- Qualified groomers: trained to handle all breeds and coat types.
- Cats too: cat grooming, including de-shedding and de-matting.
- Health checks: a visual check during each groom, with any concerns reported back.
- Natural products: gentle, eco-friendly shampoos.
- Sustainable: part of Sustainable Salons, with over 90% of waste recycled, even the hair.
Grooming services
Every groom starts with a chat between you and the groomer about what your pet needs.
Full groom
Two warm washes, rinse, blow dry and brush, then clipping or scissoring to suit your pet and breed. Nail trim, sanitary clip and ear cleaning are included.
De-shed groom
For double-coated breeds, a wash and dry plus a thorough de-shed and style tidy. A great help if your house is covered in fur.
Wash and blow dry
Two warm washes, rinse, blow dry and brush.
Cat grooming
Groom only, or groom and wash. Usually a de-shed, with de-matting or clipping as needed, plus ears and nails.
Nail clipping
Trimming or grinding to a safe length.
De-matting
Minor mats can often be brushed out. Heavier matting may need to be clipped off for your pet’s comfort, at an extra charge.
The pet shop
The shop stocks hundreds of products for dogs and cats, including dry and wet food, treats, flea, tick and worm treatments, beds, toys, leads and collars, grooming gear, travel crates and more. Brands include Black Hawk, Royal Canin, Kong and Drontal.
Finding them
Nifty is on Grant Street in Kamo, just off the main road. Drop your pet off for their groom and browse the shop while you’re there, or pick them up later. Text or use the website form to book.
Good to know
- Let the groomer know about any medical conditions or special needs when booking.
- Regular grooming helps prevent painful matting in long or curly coats.
- Prices vary by size, so mention your pet’s breed when you book.
Frequently asked questions
Does Nifty groom cats?
Yes. Cat grooming includes de-shedding, de-matting or clipping as needed.
Do they sell pet food?
Yes. The pet shop stocks food, treats, flea and worm products, toys and more.
What’s included in a full groom?
Two washes, blow dry, brush, clip or scissoring, nail trim, sanitary clip and ear clean.
Where are they?
Grant Street, Kamo, Whangārei.
How do I book?
Text, email or use the contact form on their website.
