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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's coat at Mimo, expert dog grooming in San Diego
Groomer hand stripping a wire fox terrier's coat at Mimo, expert dog grooming in San Diego
Groomer hand stripping a wire fox terrier's coat at Mimo, expert dog grooming in San Diego

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 gently brushing a white terrier on the grooming table at Mimo, dog groomer in La Jolla
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.

See handstripping in action.

See handstripping in action.

A closer look at the technique, precision, and care behind a proper handstripped coat.

SELECT A MOMENT TO EXPLORE THE HANDSTRIPPING PROCESS.

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.