House of Hounds was founded by Mary Mc Gillicuddy, whose deep love for dogs inspired her to turn her passion into a professional grooming business. Mary holds a Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management with iPET Network and is a proud member of the Irish Professional Dog Groomers Association (IPDGA). Qualifications & Ongoing Training iPET Network Certification Understanding Canine Skin and Coat Types Safe and Effective Use of Shampoos and Conditioners Introduction to Pet Bereavement Support Skills Health & Safety in the Dog Grooming Salon Level 3 Award in Wool Coat, Asian Fusion & Teddy Style Grooming IPDGA Certification in Handling Geriatric Dogs IPDGA Pet Salon Pathogen Control Mary has created a calm, state-of-the-art grooming space equipped with professional workstations — ensuring every dog feels safe, comfortable, and relaxed throughout their visit. At House of Hounds, we treat every dog like family and are committed to delivering a stress-free, compassionate, and professional grooming experience.
How We Work At our salon, every groom begins with a comprehensive pre-health check, followed by ear cleaning, nail trimming, hygiene area and paw pad trimming, as well as thorough brushing and combing before any styling takes place. From bath to grooming prep, the process takes a minimum of one hour. Styling can take anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours, depending on the complexity of the groom and your pet’s individual needs. Please be patient — if you’re looking for “fast and furious,” this may not be the salon for you. We believe in calm, careful grooming that prioritises your dog’s well-being and comfort. Our team is fully trained and insured, and we use only industry-approved equipment and products to ensure the highest standards of care. We proudly use shampoos, which contain: No alcohol, parabens, soap, dyes, optical brighteners, or bleaches They are wheat-free, pH-balanced, and 100% vegan For de-shedding treatments, we may use a different range of shampoos tailored to coat type. Please speak with a member of our team if you would like to know more about the ingredients used in these products. All customers must be registered with us and agree to our Terms & Conditions prior to booking.
Our Bath & Brush Includes: Pre-Health Check, & Ear Cleanse, Deshedding, Nail Trim & File, Bath Double Wash Including Conditioner, Warm Blow Dry by Hand
Our Mini Groom Includes : Pre-Health Check, & Ear Cleanse, Deshedding, Nail Trim & File, Bath Double Wash Including Conditioner, Warm Blow Dry by Hand Hygiene trim, eye feet, and bottom tidy. Mini Grooms DO NOT include length off the body
Our Full Groom Includes : Pre-Health Check, & Ear Cleanse, Deshedding, Nail Trim & File, Bath Double Wash Including Conditioner, Warm Blow Dry by Hand Hygiene trim clipping scissoring, and styled to your requirements.
Bath & Brush and Nail Trim .
House of Hounds was founded by Mary McGillicuddy, whose deep love for dogs inspired her to turn her passion into a professional grooming business. Mary holds a Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management with iPET Network and is a proud member of the Irish Professional Dog Groomers Association (IPDGA). Her qualifications and ongoing training include: * Understanding canine skin and coat types * Safe and effective use of shampoos and conditioners * Introduction to pet bereavement support skills * Health & safety in the dog grooming salon * Handling geriatric dogs * iPET Network Level 3 Award in Wool Coat Grooming * Asian Fusion and Teddy Style grooming techniques Mary has designed a calm, state-of-the-art grooming space with professional workstations to ensure your dog feels safe, comfortable, and relaxed during their visit. At House of Hounds, we treat every dog like family and are committed to providing a stress-free, compassionate grooming experience. We look forward to welcoming you and your best friend to the House of Hounds family.
