28 Years Serving Victoria
Gentle Grooming for Every Dog — Especially the Nervous Ones
Victoria's anxiety-specialist groomers. Patient, fear-free care for dogs who need a little extra love and understanding.
Victoria's anxiety-specialist groomers. Patient, fear-free care for dogs who need a little extra love and understanding.
From anxious rescues to confident show dogs, we provide specialized care that puts every dog at ease.
Our signature service. Specialized calming techniques, extra time, and gentle handling for nervous, anxious, or rescue dogs who need patience and understanding.
Complete bath with premium shampoos, blow-dry, thorough brush-out, nail trim, ear cleaning, and gland expression. Leaves your dog fresh, clean, and comfortable.
Expert styling for all breeds — from Poodle clips to Golden Retriever trims. Our certified groomers know every breed standard and custom style.
Gentle introduction to grooming for puppies under 6 months. Short, positive sessions that build trust and set your pup up for a lifetime of stress-free grooming.
Reduce shedding by up to 90% with our premium de-shedding service. Perfect for double-coated breeds like Huskies, Golden Retrievers, and German Shepherds.
Nail grinding, teeth brushing, paw pad treatment, hot oil coat conditioning, and blueberry facials. The full luxury experience your best friend deserves.
At Pawsitive Pet Grooming, we believe every dog deserves a calm, positive grooming experience — not just the easy ones. For 28 years, we've been Victoria's go-to groomers for anxious, fearful, and rescue dogs who struggle at other salons.
Our Fear-Free certified team uses patience-centered techniques: no restraints, no rush, and lots of positive reinforcement. We work at your dog's pace, building trust one session at a time. From Oak Bay to Langford, families trust us with their most precious companions.
Real reviews from real clients across Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay, and Langford.
"My rescue greyhound was terrified of groomers after a bad experience. The team at Pawsitive was incredibly patient — they spent three sessions just getting him comfortable before even touching scissors. Now he actually wags his tail when we pull up!"
"After trying three other groomers in Victoria, I finally found a place that understands anxious dogs. My elderly Shih Tzu gets the gentle care she needs without any stress. The Fear-Free approach makes all the difference. Worth every penny!"
"We have a very anxious German Shepherd who used to need sedation for grooming. Pawsitive's anxiety-specialist approach has been life-changing. They take their time, use calming techniques, and he comes out looking amazing and actually relaxed."
"Been bringing my two Goldens here for 8 years. The de-shedding treatment is incredible — cuts shedding by at least half. Professional, friendly, and they genuinely love dogs. Wouldn't go anywhere else in Victoria."
"My puppy's first groom was absolutely perfect. They made it such a positive experience — short session, lots of treats, lots of praise. Now at 2 years old, she LOVES going to the groomer. Thank you for setting her up for success!"
"Finally, a groomer who truly specializes in anxious dogs! My anxious rescue Border Collie used to shake for hours after grooming elsewhere. At Pawsitive, she comes home calm and happy. The 28 years of experience really shows."
We welcome dogs from across the Victoria region. Whether you're in the city or the surrounding communities, we're here for your furry family member.
Contact Pawsitive Pet Grooming today to book your appointment. New clients receive a free anxiety assessment for nervous dogs.
Reach out today — we typically respond within 2 hours during business hours.