Cage-free, family-owned dog grooming where your best friend roams, plays, and gets pampered — treated like one of our own from drop-off to that fresh-cut strut home.
The Little Shop of Howls is a small, family-run grooming salon in Bartlett run by Krystal and her daughter Jenna. For over 15 years, Krystal has built a reputation as a true "dog whisperer" — patient, gentle, and genuinely in love with every pup who walks through the door.
We're proudly cage-free. Instead of waiting in a kennel, social dogs get to free-roam and play between pampering — so they come home clean, happy, and tired in the best way. For senior, anxious, or special-needs pups, we slow right down and never force a cut before they're ready.
— Krystal & Jenna, The Little Shop of Howls 🐾
Every groom is tailored to your dog's breed, coat, and temperament — never a rushed, one-size-fits-all clip.
From a tidy teddy-bear trim to a true breed standard — "tell us your vision and we'll make them adorable." Show-dog results, every time.
A gentle, thorough bath that leaves your pup soft as mink and smelling amazing — plus nails, ears, and finishing touches.
Our de-shedding is, in our clients' words, "magical." Keep the fur on your dog and off your couch and clothes.
Safe, fun creative grooming and pet-friendly color for the pups who like to stand out — artistic touches done right.
Social dogs free-roam and play with friends between grooming instead of sitting in a kennel — less stress, more tail wags.
Extra patience for senior, nervous, and special-needs dogs. We also flag any skin or health concerns we notice along the way.
"Love that my dogs can free-roam and socialize rather than being put in a kennel all day." Dogs come home relaxed, not rattled.
Krystal knows animal health. Clients credit her with spotting lumps and skin issues early — care that goes well beyond a trim.
You'll know Krystal and Jenna by name — and they'll know your dog by name. Many families have trusted them for 8+ years.
Drama queens, shakers, seniors, and rescues welcome. We never force a groom — patience first, always.
"Krystal + team are absolutely wonderful with my dogs. My girls always come back looking amazing, smelling great, and most importantly — happy and relaxed. It's such a relief to trust someone who treats your pets like their own."
"The de-shedding done at LSOH is magical. We have not been able to find anyone who could cut our Aussies and Border properly. We will not take our dogs to anyone else. Best grooming experience."
"5 stars isn't enough. You can tell she loves all her pups. I can tell her 'have fun and make them cute' and every time she executes the perfect cut/color!"
"So glad I found this Little Shop! The shop itself is adorable. Daisy came home smelling great and soft as mink. She's a senior with IVDD and is usually sore after — this time she's perfectly fine. Krystal was so gentle with her neck."
"A family friendly, welcoming, brilliant and artistic groomer. From my dramatic little cairn terrier who gets dyed to my fearful collie mix — she grooms them all. You will be 'howling' with delight and feel like you are one of the family!"
"Krystal has been grooming my babies for over 8 years. She is the only one I will ever trust. So sweet to all the fur babies and knowledgeable about animal health. My babies always come home looking so pretty and clean!"
Appointments fill up fast — book online in under a minute and let's get your best friend looking and feeling their best.