Potomac Yard · Alexandria, VA · Serving the DMV
From Head to Tail Grooming Spa.
Dog and cat grooming in Alexandria, welcoming pets from Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland. Patient hands, premium products, and TheraClean micro-bubble baths.
- Grooming since
- 2017
- Happy pets
- 12,000
- Best of Virginia
- 2021
Awards and recognition
- Best of Virginia 2021
- Modern Luxury Best Of
- Featured in The Zebra Press
- Premium Products
- Patient, Gentle Care
Services
What dog and cat grooming services do you offer?
The right care for your pet’s coat.
Choose bathing and tidy care, a face-and-feet trim, or a full haircut. Our four core services make the differences clear. Compare what’s included below.
Full Groom & Style
Bath & Tidy care plus a full haircut, from a breed style to a teddy-bear trim or your preferred look.
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- Bath and conditioner
- Blow-dry and brush-out
- Nail trim and ear cleaning
- Sanitary trim and trimming between the paw pads
- Anal-gland care, where appropriate
- For longer coats, minor cleanup around the eyes, beard and muzzle where needed
- Full-body haircut and styling to your preference
We adapt each groom to your pet’s coat, comfort and needs. Ask us about specialty hand stripping for suitable wire-coated breeds.
Bath & Tidy
A bath and routine tidy for short or longer coats, with minor face cleanup where needed.
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- Bath and conditioner
- Blow-dry and brush-out
- Nail trim and ear cleaning
- Sanitary trim and trimming between the paw pads
- Anal-gland care, where appropriate
- For longer coats, minor cleanup around the eyes, beard and muzzle where needed
Minor face cleanup is different from a fully shaped head and face. For that, choose Mini Groom. Ask about de-shedding for your dog’s coat.
Mini Groom
Bath & Tidy plus a fully groomed head and face and shaped paws, keeping the body coat at its current length.
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- Bath and conditioner
- Blow-dry and brush-out
- Nail trim and ear cleaning
- Sanitary trim and trimming between the paw pads
- Anal-gland care, where appropriate
- For longer coats, minor cleanup around the eyes, beard and muzzle where needed
- Full head and face groom
- Shaped paw trim, if requested
- No body-length haircut
A good choice when the face and feet need a full trim but you want to keep the length of the body coat.
Cat Grooming
Patient grooming for cats, with feline-experienced groomers and handling suited to your cat.
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- Cat-specific coat care
- Lion cuts and sanitary trims available
- Separate handling appropriate to your cat’s comfort and safety
Tell us about your cat’s coat and grooming needs when you request an appointment so we can discuss the right service.
Just need a nail trim?
Book a nail trim on its own, or ask about teeth brushing, color and specialty hand stripping.
Explore À la Carte / Add-ons
Micro-bubble coat care
What is a TheraClean
micro-bubble bath?
TheraClean is a deep-cleaning micro-bubble bath that helps loosen dead undercoat and lift away dirt, dander, and allergens from the coat. Ask about it for de-shedding, as an add-on to a groom or a standalone bath.
- Helps loosen dead undercoat
- Lifts dirt and dander
- Add-on or standalone bath
- Care tailored to your pet
Why Head to Tail
Why choose our Alexandria grooming spa?
A grooming spa we'd send our own pets to.
We bring patience, kindness and experience to every visit. From a puppy getting used to grooming to a senior who needs extra care, we make room for each pet’s individual needs.
Care that fits your pet
Cage-free options for dogs comfortable around other dogs. Separate spaces or crates when safety and comfort call for them.
Premium products
Premium shampoos and conditioners selected for your pet’s coat and grooming needs.
Patience first
We move at your pet's pace. Senior, anxious, and first-timers welcome.
Award-winning craft
Voted Best of Virginia in 2021, and recognized by Modern Luxury's Best Of.
Visit us
Where is From Head to Tail Grooming Spa located?
In the heart of Potomac Yard.
We are at 430 Hume Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301, walking distance from Del Ray and Old Town Alexandria. Easy parking right outside the door, and a Metro stop minutes away.
- 430 Hume Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301 - Monday – Saturday from 9:00 am
Sunday from 10:00 am - 571-312-7989
- headtotailspa@gmail.com
Book a Spa Visit
How do I book a grooming appointment?
Ready to spoil your best friend?
Send us a request and we'll confirm by text or email, whichever you prefer, usually within one business day. You can also call 571-312-7989 during opening hours (Mon–Sat from 9am, Sun from 10am).
