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Handstripping

Handstripping

Not only a haircut — a heritage technique that protects

Not only a haircut — a heritage technique that protects

Not only a haircut — a heritage technique that protects

texture, color, and coat quality.

texture, color, and coat quality.

texture, color, and coat quality.

Handstripping strengthens wire coats from the root up and builds results with consistency.

Handstripping strengthens wire coats from the root up and builds results with consistency.

Handstripping strengthens wire coats from the root up and builds results with consistency.

Groomer hand-stripping a wire fox terrier to highlight craftsmanship, precision, and breed-specific expertise in a refined salon setting.
Groomer hand-stripping a wire fox terrier to highlight craftsmanship, precision, and breed-specific expertise in a refined salon setting.
Groomer hand-stripping a wire fox terrier to highlight craftsmanship, precision, and breed-specific expertise in a refined salon setting.

The art of sculpting with hair — one session at a time.

The art of sculpting with hair — one session at a time.

The art of sculpting with hair — one session at a time.

This method involves gently pulling dead hair from the follicle rather than clipping it, which is essential for maintaining the rich texture, strong color, and proper structure of wire-coated breeds. Unlike shaving or scissoring, handstripping strengthens the coat over time, allowing it to grow in tighter, brighter, and fuller.

This method involves gently pulling dead hair from the follicle rather than clipping it, which is essential for maintaining the rich texture, strong color, and proper structure of wire-coated breeds. Unlike shaving or scissoring, handstripping strengthens the coat over time, allowing it to grow in tighter, brighter, and fuller.

This method involves gently pulling dead hair from the follicle rather than clipping it, which is essential for maintaining the rich texture, strong color, and proper structure of wire-coated breeds. Unlike shaving or scissoring, handstripping strengthens the coat over time, allowing it to grow in tighter, brighter, and fuller.

Groomer brushing a white terrier on a grooming table to showcase cleanliness, softness, and premium coat care.
Groomer brushing a white terrier on a grooming table to showcase cleanliness, softness, and premium coat care.
Groomer brushing a white terrier on a grooming table to showcase cleanliness, softness, and premium coat care.
Why it matters? -  

Very few groomers specialize in proper handstripping — and even fewer know how to guide pet parents through the process. It’s a commitment. Like sculpting, each session builds on the last, and the more consistent you are, the more striking the results.

Very few groomers specialize in proper handstripping — and even fewer know how to guide pet parents through the process. It’s a commitment. Like sculpting, each session builds on the last, and the more consistent you are, the more striking the results.

To preserve coat integrity and achieve the best results, sessions should be done at least once a month.

To preserve coat integrity and achieve the best results, sessions should be done at least once a month.

To preserve coat integrity and achieve the best results, sessions should be done at least once a month.

Small Dogs

Maintenance Session

(every 2–4 weeks)

Starts at

$195

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Small Dogs

Maintenance Session

(every 2–4 weeks)

Starts at

$195

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Small Dogs

Maintenance Session

(every 2–4 weeks)

Starts at

$195

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Larger Breeds

Maintenance Session

(every 2–4 weeks)

Average of

$250

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Larger Breeds

Maintenance Session

(every 2–4 weeks)

Average of

$250

Book Now

Larger Breeds

Maintenance Session

(every 2–4 weeks)

Average of

$250

Book Now

First-Time Clients

or Overgrown Coats

Price based on coat condition & time.

Requires in-person consult.

$45+

Book Now

First-Time Clients

or Overgrown Coats

Price based on coat condition & time.

Requires in-person consult.

$45+

Book Now

First-Time Clients

or Overgrown Coats

Price based on coat condition & time.

Requires in-person consult.

$45+

Book Now

Ready to start?

If you’ve been searching for a groomer who understands handstripping and executes it with both technical skill and artistic care — your search ends here. Let’s bring out the best in your pup, the way nature (and breed standards) intended.

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Mimo – La Jolla

5726 La Jolla Blvd, San Diego, CA 92037

(858) 352-6239

info@mimopets.co

Mimo - University Heights

4219 Park Blvd. 92103 San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 230-5350

info@mimopets.co

ELEVATED DOG GROOMING that unleashes iconic transformations

GET IN TOUCH

From cute to iconic

Contact Us

Mimo – La Jolla

5726 La Jolla Blvd, San Diego, CA 92037

(858) 352-6239

info@mimopets.co

Mimo - University Heights

4219 Park Blvd. 92103 San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 230-5350

info@mimopets.co

ELEVATED DOG GROOMING that unleashes iconic transformations

GET IN TOUCH

From cute to iconic

Contact Us

Mimo – La Jolla

5726 La Jolla Blvd, San Diego, CA 92037

(858) 352-6239

info@mimopets.co

Mimo - University Heights

4219 Park Blvd. 92103 San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 230-5350

info@mimopets.co