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Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday 9am - 5pm

Bark Side of the Groom

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Certified professional groomer dedicated to providing the best quality care for your pets.

Specializing in customized coat care, creative grooming, and a calm canine-focused experience.

11/13/2026

The howlidays are officially upon us! Caren put up the tree this morning, but she lost her other hand in the process. Oops🫣

11/09/2026

🐾 Team Highlight: Hannah! 🐾

A great haircut starts with a great bath! Getting a dog clean and properly prepped is an essential part of the grooming process,and it makes a big difference in the finished haircut.

Hannah does such an amazing job caring for our pups during this important step. We’re so grateful for the hard work and attention she brings to every bath. Thank you, Hannah, for helping make those beautiful grooms possible! 💜

11/04/2026

🐾 We’re hiring an experienced pet stylist! 🐾

Bark Side of the Groom is looking for a skilled stylist to join our team in Springfield. This is a primarily part-time position, with up to 30 hours per week (and no Sundays!). We’re looking for someone comfortable grooming up to 6 dogs per day while giving every dog thoughtful, quality care.

Pay is up to $17 per hour, plus 10%–20% commission (plus 100% of all tips earned). Your rate will be based on your grooming experience, demonstrated skills, and ability to work independently.

Our team is like family. We support one another, pitch in where needed, and work together to keep the salon running smoothly. Continued education opportunities are available, and we maintain an annual Groom Haus subscription to support ongoing learning.

To apply, email your resume and photos of your grooming work to [email protected]🖤💜

11/03/2026

Cute dog check! 🐾

This sweet 8½-year-old boy came to us last month after being adopted by his new mom. He had never been groomed before, so we started with an introductory groom (similar to what we do with puppies) to get a feel for how comfortable he might be.

His first visit was a little rocky, but nothing we didn’t expect from a pup who was brand new to the whole experience. His mom got him on a monthly schedule, and yesterday I was able to give him a full haircut. He was an absolute angel! 💜

A little patience, a steady routine, and a great team effort can make such a difference. We’re so proud of him!

10/28/2026

Just a friendly reminder!🎃👻 Bark Side is closed for the remainder of the week while Ashley celebrates her anniversary and enjoys a little Halloween getaway.

There won’t be cell service, so the salon phone will be turned off and we won’t be able to check calls or messages. Have a safe and spooky Halloween, and we'll see you Monday!! 🖤

10/27/2026

The holiday countdown is on! 🎄

Thanksgiving is about 4 weeks away, Christmas is about 8 weeks away, and New Year’s is about 9 weeks away. If you’re hoping to get your pup in before the holidays, now’s the time to book while appointments are still available!

Book online at barksidegroomer.com!

Need a last-minute holiday spot? If we’re able to squeeze your pup in, a holiday squeeze-in fee starting at $200 will be added to the grooming price (this applies only to very last-minute requests during Thanksgiving week or Christmas week).

We can’t wait to help your pups look their best for the holidays! 🐾💜

10/20/2026

Apparently it’s Staff Appreciation Week, and I almost missed it because, well… we’re busy grooming dogs 🤣

But I can't let the week go by without saying how grateful I am for my amazing team. You show up, work hard, care so much about the dogs, and help make Bark Side of the Groom the place it is. I know this job can be exhausting, messy, loud, and occasionally covered in hair from head to toe, but I’m so lucky to have good humans beside me through all of it.

Thank you for everything you do for our clients, their pups, and each other. I appreciate you more than I probably say out loud 💜

Happy Staff Appreciation Week to my favorite little crew! 🐾

10/17/2026

We’re putting up The Wall… and then knocking some of it down 🤣

Bark Side will be closed October 23 through November 1 while we make room for another grooming station in the back and add a second bathing station!

Ashley will be off on vacation for the latter half of the renovation, but she’ll be back November 2 and can’t wait for everyone to see the changes. 🖤💜

10/16/2026

Holy DESHED Batman!!

10/09/2026

✨ 2027 Scheduling Reminder ✨

I’m currently working on our 2027 schedule now that most of my competition, show, and continuing education dates are officially on the books.

As a reminder, if you submit an appointment request and it is declined, it may simply be because the requested date falls on a show weekend, travel day, or a scheduled day off.

If that happens, please visit ✨barksidegroomer.com✨ and select another day that works for you.

I do my best to block these dates off as far in advance as possible, but with a full year of scheduling, occasional conflicts can happen.

Thank you for your understanding and for continuing to work around our schedule. I truly appreciate it! 💜

Address

3351 South 6th Street Suite 5
Springfield, IL
62703

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://barksidegroomer.com/

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