Allow our highly-skilled grooming staff at Academy Kennels Boarding & Grooming Salon in Albuquerque, NM, to treat your pet to a pamper session. Along with comfortable boarding, we offer dog grooming, cat bathing, and all of the features to have your pet looking maintained and beautiful.
Your adorable furry family member deserves a “spaw” day just as we enjoy a spa day for ourselves. They deserve exceptional care and ultimate relaxation, and our trained staff is happy to deliver. We look forward to providing a luxurious and comfortable experience for your cat or dog at your convenience.
We are happy to provide your pet with a home away from home while you are traveling. We welcome any breed to enjoy our yard, kennel, and thoughtful care.
We have a patient and experienced grooming staff at Academy Kennels Boarding & Grooming Salon dedicated to keeping your pet groomed and beautiful. With the use of various high-quality grooming styles and techniques, we will treat your pet to an attractive and practical trim and luxurious bath.
Our top priority is ensuring your pet feels comfortable and calm during their grooming session. Your pets are allowed to potty in a safe grassed area during their grooming or bathing session. If your pet is boarding with us, please call us on the day of their departure for an “exit” bath or grooming.
We recommend grooming every four to six weeks for small or medium-sized dogs and every three to four months for larger dogs. We are happy to schedule your pet’s grooming appointment and give you a reminder call before the day of your scheduled appointment.
Personalized Care
When you book a grooming appointment with us, your pet receives exceptional and personalized care. We are one of the very few grooming salons in the area that offers cat grooming and dog grooming. If your pet needs any special services or requests, we are happy to accommodate any possible need to ensure their experience is a great one.
Meet Our Grooming Team
At Academy Kennels our Grooming Team is experienced, patient, professional, and compassionate with all of your pet’s grooming needs. Dawn, Michele, and Tara will accommodate anything from a simple toenail trim, a bath, and brush, or a full-service groom. In some instances, same-day appointments may be available. Call and book today. 505-884-7878
Tara
My name is Tara. I’ve been grooming dogs for 22 years. I started my grooming career at a young age and was taught by professional groomers with 40+ years’ experience. I’ve also worked in a veterinary clinic but found that my heart is with grooming dogs.
Friendly and knowledgable staff who made me feel comfortable boarding my dog for the first time. Great experience, no complaints!
kathleen novocin4 weeks ago
Bryan Elwell1 month ago
Has always been great there. I hate leaving my dog anywhere but with me. With Academy Boarding I always feel a little better when hes there. 5 out of 5.
Tracey Jensen2 months ago
Literally THE BEST grooming services in Albuquerque! Kaleb has greeted us with such kindness, joy and enthusiasm. My sweet Joey sees Tara for his grooming appointment and I could not be more pleased with her and the work she does! She cares about your dog and his history. She takes care and gives attention to every detail. A full service grooming is ONLY $65! Scheduling is quick and easy and the entire staff is unsurpassed. Simply the best!!!
Karen Williams3 months ago
The best dog grooming service ever. We’ve been taking our fur children Labbys here for the last few years after adopting them through Argos Dog Rescue. They are well cared for, excellent skill set on their bathing, brushing, grooming, teeth cleaning, and nail trimming. I recommend Academy Grooming (and the boarding service) unreservedly. Groomer Stephanie is terrific to work with.
Enrique Ramoz4 months ago
Our pets were treated with love and care worth every penny!!
Top notch service, great service is not cheap and cheap service does not guarantee your pet's health and wellbeing!!
James Hands5 months ago
Lauren Neeley7 months ago
Excellent - 5+ stars! My pup was immediately at ease with the staff, who are friendly, knowledgeable, and skilled. Kim, Caleb, and the team went above and beyond to help us, and it's clear they truly care about the animals (and humans) who step through their door. We will definitely be back.
Jeff DeGroot7 months ago
Very friendly place
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
About Us
As a locally-owned and operated kennel since 1983, Academy Kennels Boarding & Grooming Salon serves loyal clientele with generations of family clients and pets. We have a professional staff that cares to build long-lasting relationships with pet owners and their pets to enhance the experience of grooming and boarding.
With personalized visits and attentive care, we ensure your pet’s safety and well-being while they are away from home. There is a reason we were awarded Best of the City in 2023 and 2025.
