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Pepper's Pawfection

"We Believe Our Pets Are Family"

About Us

Since 2015, Pepper's Pawfection has been the go-to pet groomer in Ames, Iowa. Our team brings over 40 years of combined experience to offer a wide range of services including pet grooming and styling, baths, hair and nail trimming, teeth brushing, ear cleaning, and more—each designed to meet your furry friend’s unique needs. We proudly serve the Ames community and surrounding areas with unmatched grooming services. We're open by appointment. Contact us to schedule your pet's next grooming session and become part of the Pawfection family!

Areas Served

Our Certifications

Certified Pet Groomer Level Three

Languages Spoken

English
German

What We Offer

Our Services include:

Grooming Services – Essential treatments designed to maintain your pet’s hygiene and appearance. These services provide foundational care such as hair and nail maintenance, bathing, ear cleaning, and oral hygiene. Each treatment promotes comfort, cleanliness, and overall well-being, and is tailored to suit the individual needs of every pet.
Specialty Treatments – Advanced grooming options that enhance your pet’s experience and appearance. This category includes services targeting skin and coat care, odor elimination, and aesthetic upgrades such as whitening treatments and color applications. These treatments go beyond routine maintenance and deliver noticeable results for pets needing extra care or a personalized touch.
Small Animal Care – Dedicated grooming for non-traditional pets such as rabbits, ferrets, and guinea pigs. These services are adapted for the unique grooming needs of small animals, ensuring safety, comfort, and precision during each session.

Our Brands include:

Nature's Specialties

Our Products include:

Bows and Bandannas for All Services
Cologne

Testimonials

On 7/24/2025 morissa Booth had this to say:
Both my pitties went to Pepper’s and they seemed so happy when I picked them up! Not only did their coats look amazing they smelled SO GOOD! They had the cutest bandannas on afterward too! Very affordable as well! Our groomer was excellent, he made me feel my pups were in great hands!

On 7/1/2025 Josh Devilbiss had this to say:
Amazing people and my dog always comes home looking amazing.

On 6/27/2025 Erin Mills had this to say:
Been coming to Peppers Pawfection for over a year now with my rescued fur baby. Pepper is great with him! Pepper takes great care of my boy and he always comes out looking and smelling amazing! Thank you Pepper for taking such great care of my special boy Maverick when he comes in!

On 5/27/2025 Shaze had this to say:
Our dog is handful and uses his size to be stubborn while grooming. Peppers is the only place I trust. The employees and the owner always show patience and get the job done. The work is always top notch.

On 9/27/2024 Carla Erwine had this to say:
My dog absolutely loves it here!!! The staff are AMAZING people!!!

Contact Us

Pepper's Pawfection
108 Sherman Ave Ames, IA 50010
Phone: (515) 233-3017
Email: pepperspawfection@gmail.com

Just West of the Corner of Lincolnway and Duff Avenue. Located behind Papa Murphy's. Private Parking Spaces in Front

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

All Major Cards Accepted, American Express, Debit Cards, Discover, MasterCard, Personal Checks, Visa

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

News

Holidays are coming! 🐾 Book your pet's grooming session early to ensure they look festive! 🎉 We offer De-Shedding Services, Dog & Cat Haircuts, and Nail Trims. 🐶🐱 #PetGroomer #HolidayReady

As our books fill up quickly, we highly recommend getting your pet on a regular schedule to assure availability. Call to book today!!

FAQ

What types of pets do you groom?

We offer grooming services for dogs of all breeds, as well as cats. Additionally we offer nail trim services for exotics such as rabbits and guinea pigs.

Do I need to make an appointment?

Yes, appointments are required. You can book by phone or through our emailing us .

What services are included in a full groom?

Full grooms include the bath, blow-dry, haircut, nail trim/file, ear cleaning, and gland expression.

Do you offer any special treatments or add-ons?

Yes! We offer feather application, nail polish, teeth brushing, blueberry facials, paw/nose lotion, and paw balm.

What is your cancellation policy?

We ask for at least 24 hours notice for cancellations. Late cancellations or no shows may incur a fee and/or initiation of our prepay policy.