Full Groom
in Christchurch
Your dog goes in needing a groom. They come out clean, clipped, nails done, ears clean, smelling good. That is the job, and at Kuri City we take it seriously.
Shannon has been grooming dogs for over 26 years. She works across all breeds and coat types, asks what you want before she starts, checks the coat and skin as she works, and tells you if she finds anything worth a vet’s attention. Kuri City is also a daycare, training, and raw dog food business. The people here see dogs every day in every context. That changes how you look at a dog on a grooming table.
What is included in a full dog groom?
✓ Premium products, gentle care
A full groom at Kuri City includes:
Bath with a shampoo suited to your dog’s coat and skin
Blow-dry and fluff dry
Full brush and comb-out
Nail trim
Ear clean
Full body clip or scissor cut styled to your breed or your preference
Sanitary trim
Tidy of face, feet, and tail
If you are not sure whether your dog needs a full groom or a bath and tidy, see our Bath and Tidy page.
Small Breeds
Under 10kg-
Golden Retriever
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Labradoodle
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German Shepherd
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Standard Poodle
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Labrador
Medium Breeds
11Kg - 20Kg-
Cocker Spaniel
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Spoodle
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Boarder Collie
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Schnauzer
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Staffy
Large Breeds
21kg -35kg-
Golden Retriever
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Labradoodle
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German Shepherd
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Standard Poodle
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Labrador
X-Large Breeds
35kg +-
Great Dane
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Bernese Mountain Dog
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German Shepherd
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Newfoundland
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Alaskan Malamute
How long is a groom?
Most grooms take between 2-3 hours depending on the size of your dog. We will give you an estimate at drop-off.
Pickup times
Dogs collected later than the agreed time will be charged $10 per 20 minutes.
Central Christchurch
473 St Asaph St, Phillipstown - easy on-site parking. Please keep your dog on a lead at all times for theif safety.
Premium Products
Only the best shampoos and conditioners - kind to your dog's coat and skin
Easy Online Booking
Book your dog's groom online - quick, simple and convenient
Is a full groom right for my dog's breed?
A full groom is what you need if your dog’s coat grows continuously and needs to be clipped or scissored to length. This includes breeds like:
- Maltese, Shih Tzu, Lhasa Apso, Bichon Frise
- Poodles and all poodle crosses (Labradoodles, Cavoodles, Spoodles, Groodles)
- Schnauzers
- Cocker Spaniels
- Yorkshire Terriers
- Border Collies, Bearded Collies
- Springer Spaniels, Lagotto
- Newfoundlands, Leonburgers
If your dog has a short, smooth coat that does not need clipping (a Labrador, Staffy, Boxer, or similar), a bath and tidy is the better fit.
Shannon, your dog's groomer
Shannon has been grooming dogs professionally for over 26 years. She works with all breeds and all coat types, from a Maltese with a full show coat to a large double-coated breed that has never seen a grooming table. She has handled just about every temperament too, including dogs that have had difficult experiences elsewhere and arrive already anxious.
Before she starts she will talk through what you want, check the coat condition, and let you know if there are any surprises. She will tell you honestly if she finds anything on the skin or coat that needs a vet’s attention.
Because Kuri works with dogs every day across grooming, daycare, and raw feeding, we notice things other groomers do not. Diet is one of the things we notice. Dogs on a high-quality diet, particularly raw-fed dogs, tend to come in with better coat texture, less skin irritation, and less matting. It is visible. If your dog’s coat has been a recurring problem, it is worth asking whether food is part of the answer.
We’re located at 473 St Asaph Street, Phillipstown, Christchurch, with easy on-site parking right outside the door.
🔔 Booking Policies
- Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice: 50% of grooming cost
- Pick-up times arranged with the groomer
- Dogs left beyond allocated time: $10 per 20 min
- Additional charges may apply for larger dogs or excessive matting
Shannon – 26+ years grooming experience
A note on puppies and winter gaps
The first mistake we see regularly: waiting too long to bring a puppy in for its first groom. Owners often think they should wait until the coat is long enough to do something with. The opposite is true. Puppies need to get used to being handled, the bath, the blow-dryer, the clippers, before they form strong reactions to any of it. A puppy that comes in at 12 to 16 weeks for a trial groom will be a much easier dog to groom at six months. A puppy that comes in for the first time at one year, with a full coat that has never been worked, is a harder experience for everyone.
The second is skipping grooming over winter. The coat does not stop growing because it is cold. Dogs that go three or four months without a groom through winter come back in spring with coats that are heavily matted, which means a longer appointment, more discomfort for the dog, and a higher cost. A groom every 6 to 8 weeks year-round is easier on your dog and more predictable on your wallet than catching up in spring.
Booking and what to know before you arrive
Grooming spaces are limited. New clients should book at least a week ahead. Call 03 355 5874 or use the contact form.
A few practical things:
- If you need to cancel, please give us at least 24 hours notice. Cancellations inside 24 hours are charged at 50% of the groom cost, as the space is hard to fill at short notice.
- We will give you an estimated pick-up time when you drop off. Dogs collected more than 20 minutes late are charged $10 per additional 20 minutes.
- If your dog has significant matting we will let you know before we start, and any extra charge will be agreed upfront.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dog Grooming Christchurch - Everything you need to know about a full dog groom at Kuri City
What Kuri City grooming customers say
4.9 stars on Google. Over 200 reviews. Here is what customers write about grooming specifically, in their own words.
“We cannot recommend Shannon highly enough, she has worked with our dog through some nervousness about grooms, showing so much patience and kindness to both us and our pup. His haircuts are always top notch and he comes home smelling delicious. As first time dog owners, we feel so lucky to have found Shannon as a groomer.”
— Annie Thomson, Google Review ★★★★★
“Shannon was amazing explaining everything before starting and also asked what our expectations were. Very happy and certainly can’t rate Shannon highly enough.”
— Warren Dempsey, Google Review ★★★★★
“Got my pup his first groom and Kuri did such an amazing job! I wasn’t expecting them to get much as I thought he would be difficult seeing as it’s first time, but they exceeded expectations and made him look so good plus got the matted parts too. Staff were also informative on how to brush pup properly.”
— Karen L, Google Review ★★★★★
“My puppy always walks out looking extra cute and not to mention extra happy and tail wagging from all of the love and attention from the Kuri team.”
— Rosie Thomson, Google Review ★★★★★
Where are you located?
Kuri City is at 473 St Asaph Street, Phillipstown, Christchurch. Close to the city centre with free on-site parking right outside the door.
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 7am to 6pm
Saturday: 10am to 2pm (store only, groom days by appointment)
Phone: 03 355 5874
Email: [email protected]