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About Top Dog

Hull's premium open-plan grooming salon & spa — built on patience, professionalism, and a deep love for dogs.

Our story

A salon where every dog is a regular.

Top Dog Salon & Spa was founded on a simple frustration: too many groomers treat dogs like a production line. Crates stacked deep, owners hurried out of the door, dogs spending all day waiting their turn in a stressful environment.

We built the opposite. Our open-plan salon on Holderness Road means your dog can see what's happening at all times — no hidden back rooms, no caging. You drop off, we give you a rough idea of when to come back, and your dog gets the kind of unhurried, dignified care we'd want for our own.

The Top Dog Salon & Spa shopfront on Holderness Road, Hull
What sets us apart

The Top Dog difference


Calm & open-plan

No caging, no hidden back rooms. Your dog can see, hear and smell what's happening throughout. It's a quieter, more dignified way to groom.

Hypoallergenic & natural

Gentle on skin, kind to coats, and safer for dogs with allergies or sensitivities. Medicated products available too — bring your vet's prescription.

Honest timings

We give you a rough idea of when to drop off and collect. No all-day stays, no anxious hours waiting. A happy, freshly groomed dog around the agreed time.

Meet the team

The people behind the bows


A small, experienced team — each of us trained in breed-standard styling, gentle handling and the specific needs of nervous dogs.

Senior groomer portrait

Lauren

Founder & Senior Stylist

15+ years specialising in poodles, and has competed at Crufts over the past five years.

Dana, stylist at Top Dog Salon & Spa, Hull

Dana

Stylist

5+ years' experience, specialising in doodle coats. Endless patience and a calm, quiet manner with nervous and rescue dogs.

Matt, bath & spa technician at Top Dog Salon & Spa, Hull

Matt

Bath & Spa Technician

Our spa specialist — blueberry facials, paw-balm treatments, and the best blow-outs in Hull. Big-dog enthusiast.

Grooming tables at Top Dog Salon & Spa, Hull
Products & equipment

Salon-grade everything.

We invest in the same professional equipment used by championship show groomers — high-velocity dryers, top-tier clippers, premium scissors. It's faster, gentler, and gives a better finish.

Our standard shampoo and conditioner range is fully hypoallergenic and made in the UK. We stock specialist ranges for sensitive skin, white coats, double coats, and itch relief — and we can use medicated products if your vet has prescribed them.

Everything is sanitised between every dog. Towels are washed at high temperature. Tools are disinfected. Your dog is the only one who's ever used what touches them on the day.

Come and see for yourself

Pop in or get in touch

We're on Holderness Road, just east of the city centre, with street parking nearby. We'd love to meet you and your dog.

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Loved by Hull's dog parents

5.0 / 5 ★★★★★ from 64 reviews

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"been going for a while now and my dog loves it amazing staff and place and always does an amazing job never had any problems would never go any were else or trust anyone else with my fur babies"
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Sally Webb
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"Took my dogs here today lovely girls had them done in half the time it normally takes brilliant job done and plenty of patience for the one that doesn't behave herself 😊 thanks! We'll be back again soon x"
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Natasha Beckett
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"the girls at top dog always do a top job on my 3 fur babies would highly recommend top dog"
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Neil Ferriby
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"thankyou to all the staff for looking after kizzy she looks amazing will book kizzy in again for 6to8 weeks time thankyou love kizzy xxx"
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Dianne Hobson
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"Took my dog here today, highly recommend, friendly staff and did a fantastic job."
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Danny Stark
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"Allways make Holly look fantastic ... wouldnt trust anyone else with her xx"
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Rachel Lawrence
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"First time today my 2 shih tzu's Lucy and Bailey went to top dog and when I picked them up they were so happy and looked beautiful. The girls that work there they did an amazing groom on my furbabies. Well done girls for looking after Lucy and Bailey today. I would recommend you to my family and friends. Thank you so much"
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Carole Suter
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"Just taken our miniature daschund to Top Dog for his nails cutting. The people in there are beyond fantastic. For the first time my dog did not wet and mess himself. He was relaxed and at ease and he seemed to really like the peolle in …"
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joanne smith
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"Cleo always comes back with the shinest fur that smells lovely!! We always go for spa treatments as a little extra, the whitening treatment keeps her fur bright and we've found if she does get mud on her it slides off her fur. The ladies …"
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Laura Fay
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"First time using Top Dog today and I am so happy with how Buddy looks! The girls are so lovely and obviously very talented. Thank you so much and will see you in November. Xxx"
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Matt Elsom
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