Bark Side of the Groom

Bark Side of the Groom 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.

Our shop dog’s favorite friend was out today, and she spent the whole day waiting for her to walk through the door.If th...
05/22/2026

Our shop dog’s favorite friend was out today, and she spent the whole day waiting for her to walk through the door.
If that isn’t the sweetest little friendship, we don’t know what is. 🥹

This last week has been a bittersweet one at Bark Side of the Groom.We are wishing Mya the very best as she heads off on...
05/20/2026

This last week has been a bittersweet one at Bark Side of the Groom.

We are wishing Mya the very best as she heads off on her next adventure in Georgia! We are so sad to see her go, and she will be deeply missed by all of us, but we are also so excited for everything ahead of her. Mya has been such a wonderful part of our crew, and we are so grateful for the time, care, and good energy she brought to the salon.

With that being said, we are also excited to officially welcome Lauren to the Bark Side crew! Lauren is currently in college and will be joining us during the summer, as well as over Christmas breaks.

Please help us send Mya off with lots of love and give Lauren a warm Bark Side welcome! 🖤💜

Summer is here, and Ashley has extended her hours!That means more appointments have opened up at Bark Side of the Groom....
05/18/2026

Summer is here, and Ashley has extended her hours!

That means more appointments have opened up at Bark Side of the Groom. If you’ve been waiting to get your pup on the schedule, now is the perfect time to book.

As always, appointments are limited and our schedule can fill quickly, especially with summer grooms, desheds, doodles, and maintenance trims.

Book online at barksidegroomer.com

This handsome guy had us saying, “Wish You Were Here”… because everyone needs to see how cute he is after his groom😍
05/15/2026

This handsome guy had us saying, “Wish You Were Here”… because everyone needs to see how cute he is after his groom😍

Happy mother's day to all of our two, and four legged mom's!
05/11/2026

Happy mother's day to all of our two, and four legged mom's!

Bark Side of the Groom is hiring!First, we want to thank everyone who reached out about our receptionist position. That ...
05/02/2026

Bark Side of the Groom is hiring!

First, we want to thank everyone who reached out about our receptionist position. That role has officially been filled!

We are still looking to add to our team and are currently hiring for two positions:

Bather

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves dogs, wants to learn, and enjoys being part of a team. No experience is required. We will provide on-the-job training.

Pay starts at minimum wage, with the possibility of higher pay depending on experience.

Hours are typically 8 AM to 2 PM, 4 to 5 days per week.

Responsibilities may include bathing and drying dogs, keeping dogs comfortable and safe during their visit, maintaining a clean work area, assisting the team where needed, and learning proper coat care, handling, and salon procedures.

Pet Stylist

We are also looking for an experienced pet stylist to join our team.

Requirements include a minimum of 1 year grooming experience, comfort working in a busy salon environment, strong handling skills, a team-focused attitude, and a willingness to keep learning and growing.

Hourly and commission-based pay options are available.

At Bark Side, we are a small but growing salon that thrives on teamwork, good vibes, continued education, and providing a safe, positive experience for every dog in our care. We are looking for someone who fits our salon culture, loves dogs, and wants to grow with us.

To apply, please send your resume and a little bit about yourself to:

[email protected]

Please note: all hiring inquiries must be sent by email. We will not respond to hiring inquiries sent through Facebook Messenger, comments, texts, or other platforms.

Welcome to the Bark Side.
We can’t wait to meet you!

Please help us welcome Hannah to Bark Side of the Groom!Hannah is joining us as our new receptionist, and we are so exci...
04/28/2026

Please help us welcome Hannah to Bark Side of the Groom!

Hannah is joining us as our new receptionist, and we are so excited to have her as part of the team. She will be helping with check-ins, check-outs, client communication, and keeping the front end of the salon running smoothly.

As she learns our systems, policies, and the daily flow of the salon, we ask for a little extra patience during this training period. Groom times may run a bit longer while we work together, teach, adjust, and make sure everyone is comfortable with the ropes.

As always, our priority is keeping your pets safe, comfortable, and cared for properly. Thank you for being patient with us as our team grows.

Welcome to the Bark Side, Hannah!

Bark Side is back home from STL GroomFest in Washington, Missouri, and what a weekend it was!Ashley competed in four gro...
04/27/2026

Bark Side is back home from STL GroomFest in Washington, Missouri, and what a weekend it was!

Ashley competed in four grooming competitions over two very full days, with two competitions back to back on Saturday and two more back to back on Sunday.

Saturday started bright and early with Lydia in the poodle competition. Lydia is currently in a very challenging trim, and every competition gives us the opportunity to keep learning, refining, and growing.

Next was Salon Freestyle, where Coal, one of our Bark Side client dogs, was transformed from doodle to Kerry Blue Terrier. We are so excited to share that Coal and Ashley placed first in this division!

Sunday started with Clip N Snip, a timed competition where groomers had 60 minutes of clipper work and only 15 minutes of scissor time. Ashley worked with a borrowed mini poodle and created a retro style trim under the time limits.

The weekend ended with Rescue Roundup, one of the most special competitions of the event. Groomers are randomly paired with shelter dogs who are available for adoption, giving them a fresh start and a little extra spotlight. Ashley was paired with Meg, the sweetest cocker spaniel, and they placed second together.

This weekend was exhausting, exciting, challenging, and incredibly rewarding. Competitions like this help us continue learning, improving, and bringing even more skill back to the dogs in our salon.

A huge thank you to everyone who supported Ashley this weekend, and a special thank you to our amazing sponsors for making sure she had the right tools in her hands for every event.

We are proud to bring this experience, education, and passion back home to Bark Side of the Groom.

04/26/2026

Two competitions down, two to go!

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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

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