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5 Best Cat Grooming Services in Johannesburg (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Fenris Morrow
By Fenris Morrow, Expert in Professional Services · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Most cats hate being handled by strangers, so a cat grooming appointment lives or dies on how calm the groomer's hands are, not how fancy the salon looks. Johannesburg's top cat grooming providers have collected more than 2,100 Google reviews between them, and the busiest of them, a mobile operation, accounts for over two-thirds of that total on its own, which says a lot about how much easier a mobile groom can be on a nervous cat.

Short answer: Paws Gone Wild Mobile Pet Grooming dominates Johannesburg cat grooming with 4.9 stars across 1,537 reviews, grooming cats and dogs from a fully equipped van at your door. The Dog Club Grooming Parlour (4.7, 295 reviews) and Lucky Dogs and Cats (4.6, 184 reviews) are the next-best-reviewed salon-based options that also handle cats.
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How Johannesburg's Cat Groomers Compare

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Paws Gone Wild Mobile Pet Grooming 4.9 1,537 Mobile, at-home cat grooms View ›
2 The Dog Club Grooming Parlour 4.7 295 Cat owner already using it for a dog in the same house View ›
3 Lucky Dogs and Cats 4.6 184 Specialist grooming parlour View ›
4 Le Pawtique Pet Spa & Shop 4.6 142 Salon experience, small breeds View ›
5 Pampered Pooch Parlour 4.8 105 Small, personal-touch parlour View ›
5 Best Cat Grooming Services in Johannesburg (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Paws Gone Wild Mobile Pet Grooming logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Paws Gone Wild Mobile Pet Grooming

4.91,537 Google reviews

Paws Gone Wild Mobile Pet Grooming brings a custom-equipped grooming van to your door in Johannesburg, Midrand, Centurion, Pretoria and Hartbeespoort, with its own hot water geyser so it only needs access to a power outlet and a water tap. The team says it has 50-plus years of combined grooming experience and calls itself one of the biggest and busiest mobile groomers in South Africa, and reviewers specifically call out its handling of nervous or first-time cats.

What people praise

  • One reviewer describes their vocal, fussy cat being groomed calmly and comfortably
  • No car trip or carrier stress since the groomer comes to the home
  • Friendly, professional staff who explain the process before starting
  • Easy, hassle-free booking process
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume1,537 · 98th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: By far the most-reviewed pet groomer in Johannesburg, and the reviews that mention cats specifically praise the calm, patient handling. The mobile format is a genuine advantage for a cat that stresses out in transit.

trinity village shopping centre, Randpark Ridge, Johannesburg, 2156

The Dog Club Grooming Parlour logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Dog Club Grooming Parlour

4.7295 Google reviews

The Dog Club Grooming Parlour's own site and reviews are built almost entirely around dogs (training, daycare, animal casting), so a cat owner should go in with the right expectation: this is a dog specialist that will also groom your cat, not a cat specialist. The one review we found that names a cat directly, from Stephanie Le Roux, describes staff caring for her dog and cat together as regulars, which is the clearest evidence we have that cats are genuinely welcome here, not just tolerated.

What people praise

  • The one cat-specific review describes warm, familiar care alongside a household dog, not a rushed add-on
  • Same three-decade Turffontein operation means an established address and phone if something needs following up
  • Collection and delivery available, useful if you don't want to transport a carrier yourself
  • Nine services under one roof if you also own a dog and want one groomer for both pets

Worth knowing

  • Almost none of the review text or the business's own site mentions cats, so there's little to judge claw and coat handling on specifically
  • A cat owner with no dog in the household has less social proof here than at a dedicated cat-and-dog parlour
  • A handful of lower-scored reviews mention scheduling or communication issues
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume295 · 93th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown84% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth considering if you already trust The Dog Club with a dog and want the same team on your cat, but the review record simply doesn't say much about cats on their own, so a first-time cat client is taking more on faith than at a groomer that names cats explicitly.

1 Bellavista Rd, West Turffontein, Johannesburg, 2190

Lucky Dogs and Cats logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Lucky Dogs and Cats

4.6184 Google reviews

Lucky Dogs and Cats puts cats in its own name, and its site lists scissor trimming, hygiene cleaning, anal gland cleaning, nail clipping and a mild tea-tree-based bath as services offered for both species, with a barrier shampoo option for skin that's irritated, something a nervous cat with over-groomed or matted fur can end up with. The five most recent Google reviews we pulled all happen to describe dogs, so treat the cat side as evidenced by the site's own service list rather than by direct testimonial.

What people praise

  • The only groomer on this page that puts cats in its business name
  • Nail clipping and anal gland cleaning listed as standard for cats, not dog-only add-ons
  • A gentler tea-tree shampoo with a barrier option for irritated skin, useful if a cat's coat needs de-matting
  • Staff described as professional with clear communication

Worth knowing

  • Open Tuesday to Saturday only, closed Sundays and Mondays
  • The specific reviews we collected are all about dogs, so there's no first-hand account of how a nervous cat is handled here
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume184 · 83th
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown77% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The clearest cats-and-dogs specialist on this page by name and published service list, but if you want a review that actually describes a cat's temperament being handled well, look to Paws Gone Wild or Le Pawtique instead.

19A Kloof Rd, Bedfordview, Johannesburg, 2008

Le Pawtique Pet Spa & Shop logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Le Pawtique Pet Spa & Shop

4.6142 Google reviews

Le Pawtique Pet Spa & Shop operates out of The Valley Centre in Craighall Park, Randburg, combining a retail pet-supply shop with a grooming spa run by an owner who is hands-on at the salon. Its site emphasises understanding each pet's individual temperament and health needs before grooming begins.

What people praise

  • A reviewer describes a nervous, first-time cat groom going smoothly with a calm, careful approach
  • Owner personally involved in day-to-day grooming standards
  • Long-standing local reputation, with one reviewer citing years of visits
  • Open seven days a week, including Sunday mornings

Worth knowing

  • One detailed negative review describes a premium-priced groom missing standard steps like nail trimming and ear cleaning, which the owner disputes
  • Reviews skew toward dog grooming, with fewer detailed cat-specific accounts
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume142 · 78th
Confidencemoderate
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown80% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-established salon with a genuinely positive cat-grooming account among its reviews, but the one serious complaint on record is worth reading in full before booking a premium package.

The Valley Centre, 396 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, 2196

Pampered Pooch Parlour logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Pampered Pooch Parlour

4.8105 Google reviews

Pampered Pooch Parlour operates from a small shopping centre in Pine Park, Randburg, on weekday mornings and Saturday half-days. Google lists no independent website for the business, and its reviews describe a small, hands-on team working with the same regular clients over multiple years.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe a team that calms even difficult or previously terrorised pets
  • Same regular groomers seen over years, building familiarity with individual animals
  • Consistently warm, personal service noted across reviews

Worth knowing

  • Shorter opening hours than the other groomers here, mornings only most days
  • No independent website to confirm services or pricing ahead of a visit
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume105 · 73th
Confidencemoderate
Recency7 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A smaller, more personal operation with a loyal following, best suited to owners who value a consistent, familiar groomer over a bigger operation, though you'll want to call ahead given the limited hours.

Shop 2, Centre, Cnr Dalmeny and, Bram Fischer Dr, Pine Park, Randburg, 2194

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Johannesburg pet groomers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from over a thousand reviews carries more weight than the same score on a few dozen. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does cat grooming cost in Johannesburg? (2026)

None of the groomers on this page publish fixed cat grooming rates on their websites or in the reviews we collected. Pricing typically depends on your cat’s coat length and temperament, whether it needs de-matting, and whether you choose a mobile visit or an in-salon appointment. Ask each groomer for a quote based on your specific cat before booking.

Cat grooming across Johannesburg

The groomers above cover Randburg, Bedfordview, Craighall Park, Pine Park and Turffontein, with Paws Gone Wild’s mobile service extending into Midrand, Centurion, Pretoria and Hartbeespoort. Searching for cat grooming near me? Each listing shows a live phone number so you can check availability, whether you want a salon visit or a mobile groom at home.

What to ask before you book a cat groom

  • Do you groom cats regularly, or mostly dogs?
  • Is a mobile visit or in-salon appointment better for a nervous cat?
  • What’s included in a standard groom (nails, ears, de-matting)?
  • How do you handle a cat that becomes stressed or aggressive mid-groom?
  • What products do you use, and are they safe for sensitive skin?
  • How far in advance do I need to book?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these cat groomers?

We started from pet groomers in Johannesburg with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Is mobile cat grooming better than taking my cat to a salon?

For a cat that hates travel or carriers, a mobile visit often reduces stress since there’s no car trip involved. A salon visit can suit a more relaxed cat and may offer a wider range of equipment or add-ons.

How often does a cat need professional grooming?

It depends on coat length and whether your cat mats easily. Long-haired breeds often benefit from grooming every few weeks; short-haired cats may only need occasional nail trims and hygiene cleaning.

The bottom line

Paws Gone Wild is the safe default for most Johannesburg cat owners given its scale and the specific praise for handling nervous cats, while Lucky Dogs and Cats is worth a look if you want a dedicated cats-and-dogs specialist parlour. Whichever you choose, ask up front how they handle a cat that gets anxious mid-groom.

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