# River Paws

> Full-service dog grooming and small-group adventure dog hikes on the Waunakee/Madison border in Wisconsin. By appointment only, serving Waunakee, Madison, Middleton, DeForest, and Sun Prairie.

River Paws is a locally owned dog grooming salon and adventure dog-hiking service, caring for dogs since 2017. We provide full-service grooming for dogs of every breed, coat type, and temperament — baths, full grooms, de-shedding, breed-specific styling, and nail trims — plus guided small-group off-leash hikes on private trails for dogs who love to adventure.

- **Address:** 5305 River Rd, Waunakee, WI 53597
- **Phone:** (608) 571-7297
- **Email:** YaharaRiverPaws@gmail.com
- **Hours:** Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (closed weekends)
- **Booking:** By appointment only — no walk-ins.

## Services

- [Dog Grooming](https://www.riverpaws.dog/dog-grooming): Full-service grooming — bath & brush, full grooms, de-shedding, breed-specific styling, and nail trims, by appointment.
- [Adventure Dog Hikes](https://www.riverpaws.dog/dog-hikes): Small-group, off-leash guided hikes on private trails, with optional pickup and drop-off.
- [Puppy Grooming](https://www.riverpaws.dog/puppy-grooming): Gentle, positive introductory grooming for puppies from 12 weeks old.
- [Puppy Play](https://www.riverpaws.dog/puppy-play): Supervised socialization and play sessions for puppies.

## Service Areas

- [Dog Grooming in Waunakee](https://www.riverpaws.dog/dog-grooming-waunakee): Our home base, on Waunakee's south edge along the Yahara River by Yahara Heights Dog Park.
- [Dog Grooming in Madison](https://www.riverpaws.dog/dog-grooming-madison): Serving North Madison, right on the city's north edge via Highway 113.
- [Dog Grooming in Middleton](https://www.riverpaws.dog/dog-grooming-middleton): A short drive east via Highway M.
- [Dog Grooming in Sun Prairie](https://www.riverpaws.dog/dog-grooming-sun-prairie): A short drive west via Highway 19.
- [Dog Grooming in DeForest](https://www.riverpaws.dog/dog-grooming-deforest): A quick drive southwest, serving DeForest and Windsor.

## Company

- [Meet the Team](https://www.riverpaws.dog/caretakers): Our professional dog groomers and adventure-hike guides.
- [Photo Gallery](https://www.riverpaws.dog/gallery): Photos of freshly groomed dogs and adventure hikes.
- [Contact & Directions](https://www.riverpaws.dog/contact): Address, phone, hours, and map.
- [Blog](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog): Expert dog grooming tips and breed-specific care guides.

## Guides

- [Why Groomers Shave Matted Dogs](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog/why-groomers-shave-matted-dogs): When a shave-down is the humane call, and how to prevent matting.
- [5 Signs Your Dog Needs Grooming](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog/5-signs-your-dog-needs-grooming): Mats, odor, nails — the signals a dog is overdue.
- [How Often Should You Groom Your Dog?](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog/how-often-should-you-groom-your-dog): Grooming schedules by coat type.
- [Grooming Guide for Different Dog Breeds](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog/best-grooming-practices-for-different-dog-breeds): What each coat type needs, breed by breed.
- [Preparing Your Puppy for Their First Groom](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog/preparing-your-puppy-for-their-first-groom): Home prep and what a gentle first visit looks like (from 12 weeks).
- [Seasonal Dog Grooming](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog/dog-grooming-during-different-seasons): A Wisconsin year-round coat-care guide.
- [Summer Dog Grooming Tips for Wisconsin](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog/summer-grooming-tips-for-wisconsin-dogs): Heat, humidity, and lake-dog care.
- [Your Dog Hates the Groomer. Now What?](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog/grooming-dogs-with-anxiety): What actually helps anxious dogs.
- [Why a Still Dog Isn't Always a Happy Dog](https://www.riverpaws.dog/blog/understanding-dog-behavior-during-grooming): Reading canine stress signals during grooming.

## Booking & Policies

- [Apply / Book](https://www.riverpaws.dog/apply): Start a grooming or hiking application.
- [Policies](https://www.riverpaws.dog/policies): Our service policies.
- [Waivers](https://www.riverpaws.dog/waivers): Service agreement and waivers.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.riverpaws.dog/privacy-policy): How we handle your information.

## Social

- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/yaharariverpaws)
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/riverpaws.dog)
- [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@riverpawsdogs)
- [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/river-paws-waunakee)
- [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/river-paws)