Little Shop of Howlers

Little Shop of Howlers is a dog groomer in Hamden, CT. This premier, full-service pet salon and spa provides a variety of services including professional salon grooming, self-serve dog washing, and specialized spa treatments. The establishment serves pets of all shapes and sizes, offering a dedicated space for animals to feel healthy, happy, and beautiful.

Founded in 2005, the business was established by owner and lead stylist Erin McLaughlin, who holds a national ranking among the top 15 groomers in the USA. The salon operates with a philosophy of openness and honesty, ensuring pets feel safe and comfortable. Salon services include two massaging baths with all-natural shampoos, blueberry facial scrubs, nail trimming, and ear cleaning, all performed without the use of heated or cage dryers. The facility is also the first and only salon in Connecticut to offer Theraclean Microbubble technology for skin health. For owners who prefer a hands-on approach, the self-serve station provides elevated tubs, leashes, shampoo, and towels, with the staff handling all cleanup.

Located on Corporate Ridge Rd, the salon is situated about 0.3 miles from the Vocational Education Center and 0.4 miles from the Honor Hill Monument and Rocky Top nature preserve.

The business is recognized for its high level of expertise, led by a nationally ranked professional stylist and a team of skilled pet professionals trained in advanced handling and safety techniques. Their commitment to quality is reflected in their practice of testing all spa services personally before offering them to clients.

Little Shop of Howlers continues to provide exceptional pet care and grooming excellence to the Hamden community.