- Gentle Cat Care
cat
Grooming &
Care Services
- Gentle Cat Care
- bark in the park
Kay's boutique
cat grooming salon
- bark in the park
- bark in the park
Kay's boutique
cat grooming salon
At our salon, we know that cats need a very special kind of handling - calm, patient, and reassuring. Our feline grooming services are designed to keep your cat healthy, comfortable, and stress-free.
With a dedicated team trained in gentle cat handling, we tailor every appointment to your cat’s temperament and coat needs.
Below you’ll find each of our cat services, with clear details on what’s included, who it’s for, and what you can expect on the day.
Full groom
A complete grooming appointment for cats who need a fresh, clean coat and a comfortable tidy-up. Perfect for long-haired breeds or cats who struggle with regular self-grooming.
Who's it for?
Long- and medium-haired cats, moulting cats, or older cats who aren’t keeping up with their own grooming.
What happens
Our groomers are trained in low-stress techniques designed specifically for cats. We work slowly, calmly, and only within the limits of what is safe and comfortable for your pet. Gentle brush-out and de-shedding
- Knot and mat removal (where possible and humane)
- Coat trim or tidy if required
- Hygiene trim
- Nail trim
- Ear clean
- Calming, feline-safe shampoo (if applicable and tolerated)
A Comfort-First Grooming Experience
Duration: Typically 60–90 minutes depending on coat condition and temperament.
Days Available:
During standard salon opening hours.
Team:
Performed by our experienced cat-handling groomers who understand feline behaviour and stress signals.
Price:
Based on coat condition and complexity.
A Comfort-First Grooming Experience
Duration: Typically 60–90 minutes depending on coat condition and temperament.
Days Available: During standard salon opening hours.
Team: Performed by our experienced cat-handling groomers who understand feline behaviour and stress signals.
Price: Based on coat condition and complexity.
BATH & brush
Every cat is different. We only bathe when safe, appropriate, and when the cat tolerates it – otherwise we focus on dry grooming techniques.
Who's it for?
A lighter grooming appointment for well-maintained cats who just need a refresh. Cats who shed heavily, indoor cats who get dusty or greasy, or owners wanting to reduce hair around the home.
What happens
- Bath using gentle, cat-friendly products (where tolerated)
- Blow dry
- Full brush-out
- Nail trim
- Ear clean
- Bath using gentle, cat-friendly products (where tolerated)
A Fresh, Clean Coat Between Grooms
Added as a standalone service or part of grooming.
Duration: Around 45–60 minutes.
Days Available: Standard opening hours.
Team:
Performed by our feline-experienced grooming staff.
Price:
Determined by coat length and condition.
A Fresh, Clean Coat Between Grooms
Added as a standalone service or part of grooming.
Duration: Around 45–60 minutes.
Days Available: Standard opening hours.
Team: Performed by our feline-experienced grooming staff.
Price: Determined by coat length and condition.
de-shedding
Every 6–8 weeks is ideal for most cats to keep shedding under control and avoid matting.
Who's it for?
Designed specifically to reduce shedding, this treatment helps keep your cat’s coat healthier for longer. For heavy shedders, moulting cats, long-haired breeds, or owners wanting to reduce fur around the home.
What happens
- Deep de-shedding brush-out
- Targeted removal of loose undercoat
- Nail trim
- Optional hygiene tidy
- Deep de-shedding brush-out
For cats Who Leave Hair Everywhere
Duration: 45–75 minutes depending on coat thickness.
Days Available:
During regular salon hours.
Team:
Performed by the grooming team trained in cat coat care.
Price:
Based on coat type and amount of shedding.
For cats Who Leave Hair Everywhere
Duration: 45–75 minutes depending on coat thickness.
Days Available: During regular salon hours.
Team: Performed by the grooming team trained in cat coat care.
Price: Based on coat type and amount of shedding.
Cat Nail Trim
A quick, gentle appointment focusing solely on nail care. We use calm, minimal-restraint techniques. Many cats tolerate trims well when handled by trained professionals - but we always stop if a cat becomes overly stressed.
Who's it for?
All cats, especially elderly and indoor cats who don’t naturally wear their nails down.
What included?
- Safe, stress-free nail trim
- Optional paw tidy (extra cost)
Keeping Claws Comfortable
Duration: 10–15 minutes.
Days Available:
Throughout the week.
Team:
Our cat-handling groomers.
Price:
Standard small-service fee.
Keeping Claws Comfortable
Duration: 10–15 minutes.
Days Available: Throughout the week.
Team: Our cat-handling groomers.
Price: Standard small-service fee.
Full groom
A complete grooming appointment for cats who need a fresh, clean coat and a comfortable tidy-up. Perfect for long-haired breeds or cats who struggle with regular self-grooming.
Who's it for?
Long- and medium-haired cats, moulting cats, or older cats who aren’t keeping up with their own grooming.
What happens
Our groomers are trained in low-stress techniques designed specifically for cats. We work slowly, calmly, and only within the limits of what is safe and comfortable for your pet. Gentle brush-out and de-shedding
- Knot and mat removal (where possible and humane)
- Coat trim or tidy if required
- Hygiene trim
- Nail trim
- Ear clean
- Calming, feline-safe shampoo (if applicable and tolerated)
A Comfort-First Grooming Experience
Duration: Typically 60–90 minutes depending on coat condition and temperament.
Days Available: During standard salon opening hours.
Team: Performed by our experienced cat-handling groomers who understand feline behaviour and stress signals.
Price: Based on coat condition and complexity.
A Comfort-First Grooming Experience
Duration: Typically 60–90 minutes depending on coat condition and temperament.
Days Available: During standard salon opening hours.
Team: Performed by our experienced cat-handling groomers who understand feline behaviour and stress signals.
Price: Based on coat condition and complexity.
BATH & brush
Every cat is different. We only bathe when safe, appropriate, and when the cat tolerates it – otherwise we focus on dry grooming techniques.
Who's it for?
A lighter grooming appointment for well-maintained cats who just need a refresh. Cats who shed heavily, indoor cats who get dusty or greasy, or owners wanting to reduce hair around the home.
What happens
- Bath using gentle, cat-friendly products (where tolerated)
- Blow dry
- Full brush-out
- Nail trim
- Ear clean
- Bath using gentle, cat-friendly products (where tolerated)
A Fresh, Clean Coat Between Grooms
Added as a standalone service or part of grooming.
Duration: Around 45–60 minutes.
Days Available: Standard opening hours.
Team: Performed by our feline-experienced grooming staff.
Price: Determined by coat length and condition.
A Fresh, Clean Coat Between Grooms
Added as a standalone service or part of grooming.
Duration: Around 45–60 minutes.
Days Available: Standard opening hours.
Team: Performed by our feline-experienced grooming staff.
Price: Determined by coat length and condition.
de-shedding
Every 6–8 weeks is ideal for most cats to keep shedding under control and avoid matting.
Who's it for?
Designed specifically to reduce shedding, this treatment helps keep your cat’s coat healthier for longer. For heavy shedders, moulting cats, long-haired breeds, or owners wanting to reduce fur around the home.
What happens
- Deep de-shedding brush-out
- Targeted removal of loose undercoat
- Nail trim
- Optional hygiene tidy
- Deep de-shedding brush-out
For cats Who Leave Hair Everywhere
Duration: 45–75 minutes depending on coat thickness.
Days Available: During regular salon hours.
Team: Performed by the grooming team trained in cat coat care.
Price: Based on coat type and amount of shedding.
For cats Who Leave Hair Everywhere
Duration: 45–75 minutes depending on coat thickness.
Days Available: During regular salon hours.
Team: Performed by the grooming team trained in cat coat care.
Price: Based on coat type and amount of shedding.
Cat Nail Trim
A quick, gentle appointment focusing solely on nail care. We use calm, minimal-restraint techniques. Many cats tolerate trims well when handled by trained professionals - but we always stop if a cat becomes overly stressed.
Who's it for?
All cats, especially elderly and indoor cats who don’t naturally wear their nails down.
What included?
- Safe, stress-free nail trim
- Optional paw tidy
- Safe, stress-free nail trim
Keeping Claws Comfortable
Duration: 10–15 minutes.
Days Available:
Throughout the week.
Team:
Our cat-handling groomers.
Price:
Standard small-service fee.
Keeping Claws Comfortable
Duration: 10–15 minutes.
Days Available: Throughout the week.
Team: Our cat-handling groomers.
Price: Standard small-service fee.
Home-Based Care for Happier cats
If you need somebody who will care for your cat when you’re on holiday or away for the day Bark in the Park can provide your cat with daily or twice day feeding and fuss that will enable your cat to stay in the comfort of their own home.
We also provide care for other small pets such as rabbits and guinea pigs.
cat sitting
Home-Based Care for Happier cats
If you need somebody who will care for your cat when you’re on holiday or away for the day Bark in the Park can provide your cat with daily or twice day feeding and fuss that will enable your cat to stay in the comfort of their own home.
We also provide care for other small pets such as rabbits and guinea pigs.
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home visits
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your cat in good hands
From grooming to walking and home visits, we offer trusted, stress-free services designed around your pet’s comfort and your schedule.
