Hot Paws uses the internationally acclaimed Pure Paws product line. There are no finer products on the market. Although more expensive than its competitors, Pure Paws produces the healthy coat that is mandatory to meet Octavio’s standards. At the major dog shows such as Eukanuba, this is the product that is used. Your dog deserves to be groomed like a champion.

Whether you want a classic show cut or a summer puppy cut, Octavio oversees every hair to perfection. His grooming staff is professionally trained but he must personally approve every cut before he is satisfied. You are family to him; he wants you to be happy.

Cats are no exception. Mats are no fun: they pull and irritate the skin. Hot Paws staff has the patience to work those mats out and return to you a fluffy happy ball of fur.

Whether you are taking a day trip to St. Augustine or a month long cruise, your companion will be treated like family. Hot Paws is the perfect place for the working mother who doesn’t want her dog to be bored during the day. There are plenty of regular day boarders who frolic with their friends. Our large backyard meets the activity needs of even the largest breeds. Your companion returns home stimulated from a day of exercise and camaraderie.

The importance of a well-balanced life is important to our clients. It’s one of the reasons they live in a beach community with plenty of exercise options as well as entertainment and restaurants. Our four legged friend need stimulation and exercise to be happy and well-rounded pets. Our program for day visitors is filled with interactive and age appropriate activities overseen by our day care coordinator. She assesses each dog and places them with a group of playmates of like size and temperament. Our large backyard meets the activity needs of even the largest breeds. There is always a staff member to oversee play and keep the games going. Frisbee is popular at the moment. Rest breaks are important for rehydration and short naps in the heat of the day. Your companion returns home stimulated from a day of exercise and camaraderie. By allowing your dog to play and have social activities you are meeting his basic needs. He is a pack animal and therefore feels comfortable with other dogs. Without this natural stimulation an artificial environment is created. Dogs need to be dogs. We encourage that behavior in a protected environment overseen by trained staff.