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The Grooming Studio — Canine Beautician

Holyport · Berkshire · Since 1998

Professional Dog Grooming in Holyport, Near Maidenhead

Beautiful Grooming. Calm Experiences. Expert Care.

At The Grooming Studio, we believe every dog deserves more than just a haircut. Grooming should be a calm, positive experience where your dog’s comfort, wellbeing and individual needs always come first.

From our peaceful one-to-one studio in Holyport, Sally has spent over 28 years helping dogs look and feel their very best — with exceptional finishing and genuine care for the coat beneath it.

Established 1998  |  One to One Grooming  |  28+ Years Experience

Sally Henwood smiling as she bathes a small white dog in the grooming studio

Why Choose The Grooming Studio

Experienced hands, and all the time your dog needs

Finding the right groomer is about more than convenience — it’s about knowing your dog is in safe, experienced hands.

Since opening in 1998, Sally has built a reputation for producing beautifully finished grooms while providing a genuinely caring experience for every dog that visits. Her attention to detail, commitment to continued professional development and passion for skin and coat health mean every groom is completed to the highest possible standard.

Clients choose The Grooming Studio because they value expert advice, honest recommendations and a groomer who takes pride in treating every dog as an individual.

Sally Henwood holding Edith, her Pug cross Chihuahua, outside the studio

Meet Sally

Twenty-eight years of grooming, one dog at a time

Sally’s journey began on a livery yard and led, by way of an Andrex television advert, to the London Academy of Grooming. She started out grooming dogs in her parents’ garage in 1998 — and has never lost the belief she began with.

“Healthy skin creates healthy coats, and healthy coats create beautiful grooms.”

Every dog receives individual attention, patient handling and grooming tailored specifically to them — never a one-size-fits-all approach, and never a rushed appointment.

A Calm, One-to-One Experience

No rows of waiting dogs. Just yours.

Unlike busy salons where several dogs are groomed at once, every appointment at The Grooming Studio is carried out on a one-to-one basis.

The studio has been carefully designed to create a peaceful atmosphere. Gentle background music, calm handling and a consistent routine help even nervous dogs settle quickly. Dogs are never left unattended, and hydraulic equipment, anti-fatigue tables and secure double-door access all contribute to a safe, comfortable groom.

Because when dogs feel relaxed, they enjoy grooming — and it shows in the finished result.

The quiet grooming studio interior with the grooming table readyA small dog resting on a bed beside the grooming table in the calm studio

Our Services

Specialist care, chosen for your dog

Grooming Tailored to Every Dog

Coat, lifestyle and personality all change the plan

No two dogs are the same, and neither are their grooming requirements. Whether your dog needs regular maintenance, a complete restyle, specialist hand stripping or support with skin, coat or dental care, every service is tailored to suit them.

From fluffy Cockapoos and Cavapoos to traditional Westies, Terriers and Shih Tzus, Sally combines technical expertise with an artistic eye to achieve a finish that complements your dog’s breed, coat and lifestyle.

Sally carefully scissoring the face of a small white dog
A Cavapoo with a soft teddy trim and full faceA white Maltese standing with a neat, freshly scissored coatA golden Cocker Spaniel sitting after a breed groomA white Pomeranian with a fluffy, brushed-out coat

Puppy Grooming School

Giving puppies the best start

The first grooming experiences your puppy has can shape how they feel about grooming for the rest of their life.

Across four carefully planned sessions, your puppy gradually becomes comfortable with grooming equipment, bathing, drying, brushing and clipping in a gentle, positive environment. Each visit builds confidence, helping your puppy develop into a happy, relaxed adult who enjoys being groomed.

  1. Session OneMeet, greet and first table time
  2. Session TwoBath and blow dry
  3. Session ThreeMini groom
  4. Session FourFirst full groom and graduation
A puppy being gently bathed, calm in Sally's handsA young puppy sitting proudly after its first full groom
Framed grooming qualifications and certificates on the studio wall

Experience & Qualifications

Qualified, and still learning

The grooming industry keeps evolving, and so does Sally. Regular training allows her to refine techniques, learn new styling methods and stay current on coat care, skin health and dog welfare.

  • Diploma in Grooming — London Academy of Grooming
  • Pet First Aid
  • Pet CPR
  • First Aid at Work
  • Member of the Pet Industry Federation
  • Continued professional development, every year

Specialist experience with small and medium companion breeds, including Cockapoos, Cavapoos, Shih Tzus, Westies, Cairn Terriers and Pomeranians.

Advice That Continues At Home

Great grooming doesn’t stop at the studio door

Sally is passionate about helping owners care for their dog’s coat between appointments. Whether you need advice on brushing, coat maintenance, puppy grooming or choosing the right products, you’ll always receive honest guidance tailored to your dog.

Healthy coats start at home, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Sally brushing through a small white dog's coat, showing how it is done
The Grooming Studio sign on the garden gate in Holyport, framed by flowers

Proudly Serving Holyport & Maidenhead

A short drive from home

The Grooming Studio welcomes clients from Holyport, Maidenhead, Windsor, Cookham, Bray, Slough, Binfield, Fifield, Hare Hatch and Deadworth, along with the surrounding villages.

If you’re looking for professional dog grooming delivered with kindness, patience and genuine expertise, we’d love to welcome you.

In Their Own Words

What our clients say

Sally towel-drying a small dog after its bath, both perfectly relaxed

We’d love to meet you and your dog

Appointments are one to one, unhurried and planned around your dog. Get in touch and tell us a little about them — we’ll take it from there.