Cat Grooming Services
All Services and Costs
At Whiskers Retreat, I pride myself on offering a comprehensive range of cat grooming services designed to meet the unique needs of your feline friends while ensuring a delightful experience for both you and your pet.
From my introductory session tailored for kittens and adults that lays the foundation for a lifelong grooming journey, to our rejuvenating dry and wet bath packages that leave coats fresh and fluffy, every service is crafted with love and expertise.
Additionally, my specialised grooming options, like the Full Lion Clip, and various add-on services ensure that every cat, regardless of breed or coat type, receives the pampering they deserve, all while maintaining transparent and competitive pricing.
Treat your cat to the best grooming experience in Southampton and watch them shine!
If you have any questions or you’d like to know more, I would love to hear from you!
You can get in touch with me through the contact page by giving me a text or call on 07399 840 796, or drop an email to meow@whiskersretreat.co.uk.
I will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible and will answer all enquires within 48 hours.
Introduction
“My First Grooming Session”
(Perfect for those who want to benefit from regular, on-going sessions at discounted rates. Includes meet & greet, client education, acclimatise to routinely used grooming tools, behavioural assessment, answering questions and discussing grooming expectations and breed specific coat care) Approximate duration up to 1 hour. This does not include a wet bath.
Kitten up to 12 months of age
£40
Dry Bath
“Feline Freshen-Up Package”
No water, no drama! A soothing, waterless bath to freshen up your cat’s coat using a cat-only dry shampoo and a thorough grooming experience.
(Package includes: A full dry bath spa experience with cat-specific luxury and high quality products – scented or unscented at your request, ears and eyes clean, nail clip, groom-through, de-shed, cat-safe cologne & grooming demonstration and tips to support between sessions) plus food treats!
Short Haired Breed
£65
eg: Domestic Short Hair, Bengal, Burmese, Cornish Rex
Semi / Long Haired Breed
£75
eg: Ragdoll, Exotic, British Blue, Maine Coon, Persian, Domestic Medium/Long Hair
Wet Bath
“Wet Whiskers Package”
A gentle, full-body cleanse from the fur right down to the skin. Leaves your cat feeling and looking fresh, soft and silky.
(Package includes; A full wet bath spa experience with cat-specific luxury and high quality Hydra Shampoo and Deep Conditioning Treatment, luxury low-velocity drying experience, ears and eyes clean, nail clip, groom-through, de-shed, cat-safe cologne & grooming demonstration and tips to support between sessions) plus free toy and food treats!
Short Haired Breed
£75
eg: Domestic Short Hair, Bengal, Burmese, Cornish Rex
Semi / Long Haired Breed
£95
eg: Ragdoll, Exotic, British Blue, Maine Coon, Persian, Domestic Medium/Long Hair
Express Groom
“The Whisker Dash”
Perfect for any cat breed needing a quick freshen-up or routine maintenance.
This express service focuses exclusively on full-body coat care, including a thorough groom-through and de-shedding.
Please note: No additional services are included. Please see packaged services for full works.
ideal for those on a regular grooming schedule (e.g. every 8 weeks) or who benefit from a shorter, stress-free grooming session due to temperament or those affected by a pre-existing health condition.
Recommended for cats with well-maintained coats, free of matting or pelting
£50
If you have any questions or you’d like to know more, I would love to hear from you!
You can get in touch with me through the contact page by giving me a text or call on 07399 840 796, or drop an email to meow@whiskersretreat.co.uk.
I will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible and will answer all enquires within 48 hours.
Stand-Alone, Additional Services & Fees
Effective as part of your cat’s grooming experience with Whiskers Retreat
Nail Clipping – £20
Included with any full groom package – Nail clip only (no groom)
Spicy Zoom Groom – £15
If your cat’s temperament is difficult during a groom there may be a surcharge for additional precaution, equipment and time that may need to be adjusted to facilitate the safest groom for your cat.
In some scenarios, the groomer may recommend rebooking the groom and provide you with the most appropriate advice on how to proceed at another date.
Minor Matting Removal – £25
This fee applies if more than four mats are found in your cat’s coat during an initial assessment. You may also wish to use this as a stand-alone service, but this may not be recommended.
Matting may not always be visible to owners but can significantly impact the grooming process. Any additional charges are always discussed and agreed upon prior to the start of any groom. The fee reflects the time, skill and care required to remove mats safely and humanely, without causing stress or injury.
Panel cut – £65
A panel cut is a clipping technique that removes fur from the underarms, belly, and groin area—spots that are often tricky for cats to manage themselves. This trim usually involves reducing the fur length quite significantly, making it an excellent choice for medium- to long-haired breeds that are prone to matting underneath or struggle to groom those harder-to-reach areas.
Moderate to Extensive Matting Removal – £65 to £85
(Half or Full Body Pelting Surcharge is £10).
Telephone consultations alone can sometimes make it difficult to fully assess the severity of matting. To provide the most accurate cost estimate, we may ask for photos and a description of your cat’s coat condition before booking.
If, during your cat’s appointment, we discover that the coat is severely pelted, a pelting surcharge will be added to the mat removal fee. This reflects the time, skill, and care required to safely and humanely remove extensive mats or pelting—without causing pain, discomfort, stress, or injury to your cat. Pelting occurs when severe matting tightens and compresses large areas of the coat into dense, hard sheets of tangled fur lying very close to the skin. Commonly affected areas include the back, spine, hind legs, and sides. This condition can be extremely painful and requires immediate professional attention.
Important note:
At Whiskers Retreat, mat removal for cats is always carried out while they are conscious (unlike veterinary procedures that may involve sedation). This means cats may move during the process, which is why it is vital that mat removal is only performed by a trained professional. Please do not attempt to cut mats out at home, as this can easily cause injury. See ‘Whiskers Retreat Matting Policy’ for more information.
Modified / Full Lion Cut – £95 to £125
A full lion clip is full body clipper work removal. Head, mane, legs and tail are left at correctly trained landmarks. The tail can be customised to be in full (if no matting or stud tail) or clipped down to achieve a pom tail.
Please note:
Modified and Full Lion styles, are generally recommended for welfare reasons only—for example, in cases of severe matting or pelting where brushing alone is no longer an option. Ideally, a cat’s coat should be maintained through regular grooming and coat care to prevent the need for clipper work. Hygiene trims with scissoring can be provided where needed (see add on’s) e.g. Mane work, but I do not trim around a cat’s face—this area is best left natural to keep your cat looking and feeling like themselves.
Styling & Trimming – £15
Includes requests such as:
- Sanitary trims
- Hygiene/genital area tidy
- Pads, mane, toe tufts
- Trousers length reduction
Please Note:
At Whiskers Retreat, styling is provided primarily for your cat’s health and hygiene, not for cosmetic purposes. I primarily focus on the welfare and comfort of each cat, tailoring services to their specific needs.
Styling or coat reduction may be recommended based on your cat’s lifestyle and coat condition, particularly for medium to long-haired breeds that may struggle with cleanliness or hygiene maintenance. We equally support most requests for scissoring work if you feel your cat’s hygiene levels are affected.
Parasite Surcharge – £15
If fleas or any other parasites are detected during grooming, the surcharge applies for treatment and sterilisation of grooming tools.
Flea Bath Treatment – £50
Includes two full wet bath treatments, spaced approx. 4 weeks apart.
This service does not replace veterinary flea treatment.
It is designed to support your cat’s existing flea control plan using gentle, cat-safe products that encourage the removal of fleas and soothe the skin. It does not provide long-term protection or prevent re-infestation. This service is only recommended for those that have had veterinary prescribed flea treatment 2 weeks prior and between your active, on-going flea treatments.
Mobile Visit Call Out Fee – £10 to £60
Commonly served areas include Southampton, Whiteley, Fareham, Portchester, Lee-on-the-Solent, Gosport, Southsea and all surrounding areas. If you are unsure whether your location is covered, or would like to be provided with the exact call-out cost in your area, please feel free to get in touch – I am happy to help.
The final confirmed call-out fee is confirmed at the time of booking and varies between each client depending on travel distance and time required.
The fee applied covers the following;
Vehicle usage and wear, Time spent travelling to and from an address, Maintenance costs for mobile service operation
No call-out fee applies, if you choose the drop off & collection service to my home address.
Please note: Final pricing will be confirmed after your cat has been assessed by the groomer.
Whiskers Retreat prices are based on several ‘cat’ factors, including:
- Size and breed
- Age
- Temperament
- Coat condition and thickness
- Grooming history
- Medical or health conditions
We always aim to recommend the most cost-effective and suitable service based on your cat’s individual needs, ensuring the best possible experience for both you and your cat.
Remember no cat is the same and every cat is treated individually, but always like family.
If you have any questions or you’d like to know more, I would love to hear from you!
You can get in touch with me through the contact page by giving me a text or call on 07399 840 796, or drop an email to meow@whiskersretreat.co.uk.
I will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible and will answer all enquires within 48 hours.
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