Dogfather Grooming was founded in 2005 by Matt Harwood, inspired by two poodles, Vader and Lulu, and a belief that grooming should be grounded in skill, empathy, and respect.
Matt trained professionally, then went on to teach others, developing deep...
Dogfather Grooming was founded in 2005 by Matt Harwood, inspired by two poodles, Vader and Lulu, and a belief that grooming should be grounded in skill, empathy, and respect.
Matt trained professionally, then went on to teach others, developing deep expertise in breed-specific handling, safe mat removal, and stress-aware grooming techniques. Those standards still guide the work today. Shorter sessions. Clear communication with owners. Calm, consistent care for every dog.
What began as a passion quickly became a purpose-built business designed to give owners peace of mind and dogs a genuinely positive experience.
Nearly two decades later, Dogfather is a recognized and trusted grooming brand across Connecticut, powered by a highly trained team and a hands-on owner who still sets the bar every day.
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