About Clipsters Dog Grooming

Clipsters is run by Charlotte.

After fifteen years working in education as a teacher and a manager, Charlotte retrained in dog grooming and care. She gained her Level 3 City & Guilds qualification and in 2020 started her own business, Clipsters.

Charlotte bathes a dog

Clipsters operate from a dedicated, clean, purpose-built grooming room with professional-grade, specialised bath, drying and grooming equipment (from the excellent Christies Direct).

The Clipsters Grooming Pod was delivered in style…

Clipsters grooming pod on flatbed truck
The Clipster pod is delivered from Wet Pets by the excellent Nathan from Acta.
Clipsters grooming pod lifted off truck
Off it goes. Fingers crossed.
Clipsters grooming pod being moved into position by crane
Is it a bird...
Inside Clipsters' grooming pod
The finished pod with the best equipment.

For a virtual tour of  the Clipsters pod, click here.

Despite opening less than a month before the first Covid lockdown, Clipsters has blossomed into a trusted local business with a great group of loyal customers.

"Highly recommend Clipsters if you live in the area! My nervous golden retriever Ziggy was so happy (and good looking !) after his grooming and it’s all thanks to Charlotte’s calm and friendly energy. Very professional and well looked after environment, l will definitely book again. Thank you"
Angie & ZiggyWalthamstow
We cannot shout Charlotte’s praises loudly enough. Not only does our cocker spaniel puppy, Fig, leave Charlotte’s looking and smelling wonderful, Charlotte is so kind, understanding and willing to go at Fig’s pace, which we have realised is something he really needs. Charlotte is one of a kind and we are so lucky to have her on our doorstep!
Emily & FigWalthamstow
"Charlotte is great! Her cuts always look great on our Cockapoo who adores her and is always excited about a trim. Couldn’t recommend highly enough."
Richard & NoodleWalthamstow
We are SO glad we found Charlotte! Not only does our excitable and very talkative toy poodle pup adore her (and her homemade treats!), we do too - she is so in tune with our dog’s needs and takes things completely at his pace. Plus, he always comes out looking and smelling gorgeous! We recommend Charlotte to all local dog owners, she really is 10/10.
Alice & RudyWalthamstow
Best dog groomer I’ve ever used, Charlotte makes our old Westie so comfortable, and looks after her so carefully. Millie runs into her garden, when she used to tremble at the last place we used. I couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Victoria & Millie
My little terrier had a lovely quick groom with Charlotte today. She came away very happy and pretty! Great service.
Christy & CocoWalthamstow
Charlotte at Clipsters is brilliant with our rescue dog who is nervous of grooming, thank you!
Emma & SadieWalthamstow
We went through around 4 or 5 different groomers in the area for our chow chow before we found someone who understands the breed in both behaviour and coat and we couldn’t be happier with Charlotte! Our boy even gets excited to see her and gives her kisses and tail wags when he usually is not trusting of strangers at all. We have been using her for a year and in that time she has always been so patient with him but also so skilled at grooming him and he always comes out looking and smelling gorgeous!
Jeylan & DiegoWoodford
We are so lucky to have Charlotte as our groomer. She has tailored every session that our pup has had to his needs and stage of development. She is so good with him and is very helpful and understanding with us as we get to know his grooming needs! She is great.
Cathy & Alfie
Ronnie's first groom aged 7 months. Charlotte did a brilliant job, he looked and smelt fab and Charlotte took note of our concerns and used a gentle shampoo as he had suffered dermatitis tho cleared up. Also gave us advice about bathing him and reassured us about his nails. We are first time dog owners. He is looking forward to his next groom at Clipsters
Karen & RonnieWalthamstow
We needed a new groomer for our Kerry Blue Terrier Dennis as our groomer has moved. He is 10 and can get anxious. We arranged for Charlotte to give him a welfare clip as his fur had got so long. Charlotte only takes one dog at a time so the environment is relaxed. We are quite fussy about how the dog is groomed and Charlotte did an excellent job. He came out looking amazing and seemed quite relaxed. I really recommend Clipsters and will certainly take Dennis back
Marian & DennisWalthamstow
Best groomer. Charlotte is amazing, very experienced and super caring and gentle with my dog. She uses very good quality and gentle products and makes homemade treats that Mario loves! She sends us updates on how our puppy is doing throughout the grooming and gives a card with all info on how the session went - plus more treats. Impeccable, couldn't recommend her enough 🙂
Pat & MarioWalthamstow
Couldn't of asked for a more caring Groomer. Would highly recommend her to anyone. So happy
Irene & TeddyCEO
Charlotte is the most wonderful, talented, patient, kind, and confident professional! We have an extremely anxious rescue dog and I can’t express how grateful we have been working with Charlotte to slowly learn our girl’s limits and introduce her to each stage of grooming. Charlotte has made our dog feel comfortable and safe and met her needs. I can’t recommend her enough or thank her for what she’s done so far. We look forward to working with Charlotte for years to come and feel so thankful to have found her and grateful for the incredible care and service she provides!
Laura & OliveWalthamstow
Charlotte is wonderful with my little rescue pup, so patient and does everything at Winnie’s pace and Winnie looks so lovely after! Brilliant service and the kindest approach ever.
Lauren & WinnieLeyton
My dog is very reactive and has been banned from the groomers previously. I took him to Charlotte at Clipsters and I feel like I’ve found the dream groomer. She’s so so great with Bob. She’s seen him 3 times and has spent a lot of time desensitising him to the sound of the clippers, and given lots of treats and cuddles. Now he runs straight into her house. Also, you can tell she loves dogs and has the dogs’ best interests at the heart of everything she does. She’s also great at communicating with owners and will call me before she does anything to explain. I’m so happy. It’s taken me years to find someone who can balance the dog’s needs with grooming needs. I’d fully recommend her.
Danielle & BobWalthamstow
Absolutely lovely service. Charlotte made it a really easy process for the first time visit for my 5 month old pup. I cannot say thank you enough, we will definitely be visiting regularly!
Sam & NovaWalthamstow
Charlotte is amazing. I was roped into a meeting at the time of Walter’s appointment, and had to rearrange last minute, and she was so lovely about it and helping to squeeze us in at an earlier time. In terms of the groom itself she’s been fantastic. We have had Walt for a month, and he’s a rescue dog from Romania. Whilst nice tempered, he can get very nervous around new people. Charlotte sent us regular updates and photos, and assured us that he was okay, doing everything at Walt’s pace! Very happy with the cut, he now looks like the superstar he is! We will certainly be back, thanks Charlotte
Sophie & WalterWalthamstow
Couldn’t recommend Clipsters more. My dog came away the best she has ever looked and even got a little goody bag to take home of home cooked treats.
Katherine & MilhouseWalthamstow
Hugo has a lovely time at Clipsters. Charlotte really took the time to get to know him and was so caring and cautious. Also love the little touches of sending him with a report card and some treats. Would highly recommend.
Zara & HugoWalthamstow
Just picked up both my dogs Dulcie and Ralph from Charlotte. She clearly loves her job and that comes across in abundance. Definitely be going back in the future.
Janice & Dulcie and RalphLeyton
Charlotte was great knew what was best for the breed. (I have a Pom). My dog looks clean and tidy but not too different just as we had discussed. Charlotte has lovely personal touches and it’s very clear she cares a lot for the dogs. Thank you Charlotte.
Milla & PhoebeWalthamstow
Charlotte is very professional and very friendly and I would definitely recommend Clipsters. This was my puppy Tara’s first groom and Charlotte knew just how to calm her down. I too was nervous but Charlotte sent me photos and updates and Tara also had fun playing in the garden. Tara was delighted with her new look and we are booked in for her next coiffeur. Thanks Charlotte!
Anne & TaraStoke Newington
Would highly recommend Charlotte’s handling of our quite attached dog. Excellent service in every way. 100% recommend.
Jane & BettyWalthamstow
Charlotte has the perfect setup with a grooming salon in her own back garden and offers a great service! Very professional, fully COVID safe, and our little Wire Haired Daschund was very comfortable throughout. We’re really pleased with the results.
Gareth & LunaHackney
We had our Cockapoo, Bailey, groomed at Clipsters and Charlotte did a fantastic job.
Jamie & BaileyWalthamstow
Charlotte has such a fun yet relaxing set up. Winston went for his first puppy groom – Charlotte made both me and him comfortable and everything was clear and welcoming, making sure he got used to the grooming experience Winston came back very happy, clean and handsome, with a report card too! We definitely will take him back. Thank you.
Rosie & WinstonLeyton
Charlotte took great care of our shy puppy during her first grooming experience, kept us updated throughout and she made a new friend. Will definitely be back. Thanks again.
Kris & LexiWalthamstow
I took my 3 year old rescue dog, Hope, here for her first proper trim since I got her and she can be a bit of a nervous girl with new people so naturally I was a little nervous as well. However, whatever nerves we had were quickly gone as Charlotte ran us through her facilities and process as well as being fantastic with little Hope. I was more than comfortable to leave my dog there and a couple of hours later I was back and greeted by the most clean, well trimmed, shaggy dog I have ever encountered. Hope and I could not be more happy with Charlotte and will definitely be going back for a pre-summer trim! Could not recommend any higher.
Joel & HopeWalthamstow
I took my wash shy water dog/lab cross to Charlotte this week. He came back smelling and looking lovely. Apart from wash and trim he was also given a good brush removing lots and lots of his under fur, waxy ear cleaned nails also trimmed. He seemed very happy with the experience, when I try to do this he sulks and tried to hide from me. Charlotte thank you!
Sharon & BaxterWalthamstow
Amazing, would recommend to everyone. Professional and friendly and done such a brilliant job on my little girl. Will definitely be going back.
Sam & TrixieLeyton
"Liffey is 6 years old and can’t be quite a handful sometimes. However, Charlotte seems to have the magic touch and he even let her do his nails! It was our first time using Clipsters and we had the most amazing experience. I’m a worrier, so Charlotte reassured me by keeping on sending me pictures of his wonderful time during grooming. Upon his return he looked magnificent and smelled wonderful too. A quick trim and he’s looking sharp. I love his look and he’s ready for spring. Thanks Charlotte and we’ll definitely do it again!"
Dime & LiffeyBow
"Charlotte was at the door waiting for us to arrive. Social distancing was respected and Bella was taken safely inside. Bella was so well looked after, she was a little nervous of being on the table but Charlotte took time to give her the attention she needed to keep her calm. By the time Charlotte had finished giving Bella a thorough pampering Bella was so happy to run around the garden. A very professional service and a fabulous job done. We travelled 11 miles to Clipsters as it was highly recommended and we will definitely be regular customers. And the homemade biscuits - Bella loved them. Well done Clipsters - a fabulous professional yet personal service. "
Louise & BellaHornchurch
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Clipsters focus entirely on dog grooming, working with only one dog at a time so they get Charlotte’s complete attention. We don’t offer day care, walking or physical shop services so your dog (and their groomer) won’t be distracted or disturbed. This makes Clipsters especially suited for first-time puppy visits and nervous dogs.

Clipsters are based in Walthamstow, near Wood Street and Hale End Road. We can be easily reached from Highams Park and Chingford as well as Leyton and Woodford.

After a successful couple of years with Clipsters, Charlotte also gained a certificate in dog training (with a distinction) from the Dog Training College. Clipsters will soon be offering limited training sessions and classes for dogs and their guardians.

Charlotte is ably assisted (and sometimes hindered) at Clipsters by Simon who does all the non-doggy stuff like the website and the Clipsters & Co. dog product retail business. Ironically, he is allergic to dog hair (but Charlotte didn’t know that when they met…)

We pride ourselves on taking the utmost care of our doggy customers, and the needs of their owners.
We pride ourselves on taking the utmost care of our doggy customers, and the needs of their owners.
Clipsters provides a calm grooming space ideal for anxious dogs and puppies experiencing grooming for the first time.
Clipsters provides a calm grooming space ideal for anxious dogs and puppies experiencing grooming for the first time.
We work at the dog's pace, allowing them space and time to adjust.
We work at the dog's pace, allowing them space and time to adjust.
Charlotte bathes a dog
Charlotte is a Level 3 City & Guilds qualified dog groomer. She is patient, thorough and has a natural affinity with dogs (and their owners).
We only work with one dog at a time, and focus only on grooming. There are no distractions for either dog or groomer, making Clipsters especially suitable for first-time puppy grooms and more nervous dogs.
We only work with one dog at a time, and focus only on grooming. There are no distractions for either dog or groomer, making Clipsters especially suitable for first-time puppy grooms and more nervous dogs.
(The original Clipsters logo and font)
Clipsters Professional Dog Grooming Services – Helping your best friend to look their best.

Clipsters support and uphold the Pet Industry Federation’s Pet Grooming code of conduct and abide by the Animal Welfare Act and its 5 Welfare Needs.

 

 

Clipsters are a fully insured, professionally trained and qualified dog groomers operating from a specially-built grooming space using high-quality equipment that is cleaned between grooming sessions. Clipsters only offer grooming services and only work with one dog or puppy at a time making us particularly suitable for puppies, first grooms, and for nervous, anxious and rescue dogs.

Clipsters work with all types, sizes and breeds of dogs including: terriers, cockerpoos, Shih-tzus, spaniels, pugs, bulldogs, labradors, collies, poodles, Dachshunds. Dalmatians, labradoodles, retrievers, Yorkshire terriers, westies, West Highland terriers, greyhounds, Bichon Frise, setters, Chow Chows, pointers, Jack Russells.

Clipsters are based in Walthamstow, London E17 and work across Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Woodford, Chingford, Highams Park, Higham Hill, Blackhorse Road, St James Street, Queens Road, Walthamstow Central, Walthamstow Village, Leyton, Leytonstone, Lea Bridge Road, Upper Walthamstow, Hale End, Forest Road, Hoe Street, Bushwood, Cathall, Whipps Cross, Wanstead, Snaresbrook, Chingford Hatch, Chingford Mount, Coppermill Lane; E4 E10 E11 E17 E18 E20.

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