No Routine Kennel Waiting
Dogs are not placed in crowded rows of cages while waiting for their appointment or drying unattended in a kennel dryer.
300+ Five-Star Google Reviews
Most trusted Groomers in the Triangle
Rebel Tails provides professional grooming for dogs and cats at our transparent, cage-free salon in Morrisville, conveniently located near Cary, North Carolina.
Book full-service haircuts, baths and brush-outs, deshedding treatments, nail and paw care, puppy introductions, senior grooming, anxious-dog care, and separate-room cat grooming.
Welcome to Rebel Tails – a local, cage-free grooming salon where your dog’s comfort, safety, and happiness always come first. Rebel Tails Dog Grooming specializes in fear-free animal grooming for all breeds and coat types, from tiny puppies to giant seniors.
Book full-service haircuts, baths and brush-outs, deshedding treatments, nail and paw care, puppy introductions, senior grooming, anxious-dog care, and separate-room cat grooming.
Welcome to Rebel Tails – a local, cage-free grooming salon where your dog’s comfort, safety, and happiness always come first. Rebel Tails Dog Grooming specializes in fear-free animal grooming for all breeds and coat types, from tiny puppies to giant seniors.
250+
Five-star reviews on Google
235 lbs
Weight of the largest dog
100%
Transparent process
- 250+Five-star reviews on Google
- 235 lbsWeight of the largest dog
- 100%Transparent process
Is Rebel Tails
Right For You?
Right For You?
If you checked even one box,
we're your salon
we're your salon
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You want to SEE what happens during grooming - Your dog has been stressed at other salons
- Other groomers said "too big" or "too difficult"
- You have a senior dog who deserves gentle care
- You want quality over the cheapest price
- You want to have a peace of mind when your pup in other hands
Dog Grooming Services by Coat Type
Professional haircuts, bathing, deshedding, and coat care for every coat type.
Haircut-focused grooming for Poodles, Doodles, Bichons, Cavachons, Maltipoos, Yorkiepoos, and other curly or wavy coats that need regular trimming, brushing, and de-matting care.
Bathing, blowouts, deshedding, undercoat removal, and natural feathering care for Retrievers, Shepherds, Huskies, Chow Chows, Pomeranians, Newfoundlands, and other double-coated breeds.
Haircuts, face trims, bathing, brushing, and coat maintenance for Shih Tzus, Maltese, Havanese, Yorkies, Spaniels, Westies, and other soft, silky, or continuously growing coats.
Bathing, brushing, loose-coat removal, nail care, ear cleaning, and hygiene maintenance for Beagles, Bulldogs, Boxers, Labs, Mastiffs, and short-haired Dachshunds.
Watch Our Cage-Free, Transparent Grooming
A quick look at how we keep tails wagging while you see every moment
Grooming Shouldn't Make Your Dog Stressed
Most grooming salons hide what happens behind closed doors.
We built ours with glass walls because we have nothing to hide — ever.
Watch every moment. See your dog relaxed. Leave knowing they were treated with love.
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TRANSPARENCYSee Everything. Trust Everything.- Glass walls
- Watch anytime
- Live updates
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ACCEPTANCEEvery Dog Welcome. No Exceptions.- Up to 235 lbs
- Seniors 13+
- Anxious dogs OK
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COMFORT FIRSTWe Measure Success by Tail Wags, Not Speed.- Cage-free
- Fear-free
- Never rushed
Grooming Shouldn't Make Your Dog Stressed
Most grooming salons hide what happens behind closed doors.
We built ours with glass walls because we have nothing to hide — ever.
Watch every moment. See your dog relaxed. Leave knowing they were treated with love.
We built ours with glass walls because we have nothing to hide — ever.
Watch every moment. See your dog relaxed. Leave knowing they were treated with love.
- TRANSPARENCYSee Everything. Trust Everything.
- Glass walls
- Watch anytime
- Live updates
- ACCEPTANCEEvery Dog Welcome. No Exceptions.
- Up to 235 lbs
- Seniors 13+
- Anxious dogs OK
- COMFORT FIRSTWe Measure Success by Tail Wags, Not Speed.
- Cage-free
- Fear-free
- Never rushed
Not satisfied with the result?
WE WILL REFUND YOUR MONEY!
Meet Kate
Owner & Art Director
| I’ve always dreamed of helping animals. I brought home my first rescued cat when I was five years old. Then there was Zig — my German Shepherd, my best friend. When the war in Ukraine started, I moved to the U.S. Zig stayed behind with my parents — we couldn’t bring him with us. It broke my heart. To cope with the pain, I started helping at a grooming salon. For free. Every day. That’s how my love for animals became my calling. |
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Questions & Answers
In a typical grooming salon, it's common to find one dog on the grooming table while several others wait in crates for their turn. At our facility, we prioritize efficiency with back-to-back appointments, ensuring that your pet is promptly taken for a bath right after drop-off. We do not utilize crate drying, as it offers no benefits over blow-drying for your pet, aside from streamlining operations. Rest assured, your pet will enjoy their time with us, and you are welcome to stay and provide support if you have any concerns!
The approach we take depends largely on how severe the matting is. We utilize a specialized detangling conditioner that can work wonders, allowing us to maintain a quarter-inch length when it initially appears that a full shave is necessary. However, there are cases—unfortunately, more frequent than we would prefer—where shaving is the only viable option, highlighting the importance of a consistent grooming schedule. We are experienced to handle dogs with significant matting, including those that other salons have declined to service. This process can be quite distressing for the pet. In some instances, there may be swelling or bruising beneath the fur, and once circulation improves, it can lead to itching, irritation, and potential skin infections. We are eager to share the right techniques, tools, and products to assist you in maintaining your pet's coat between grooming sessions. While hair will eventually regrow, the bond of trust between your pet and us may diminish if we cause discomfort by tugging at their mats.
It's important to note that some tangles can become solidified matting pretty fast during the coat transition period (9-12 months). We are more than willing to assist you in managing severe matting situations for the first time in your pup's life. However, if you are unable to maintain your dog's coat in sutisfactory condition and cannot adhere to a grooming schedule of at least every 8 weeks, we may not be the best fit for you.
It's important to note that some tangles can become solidified matting pretty fast during the coat transition period (9-12 months). We are more than willing to assist you in managing severe matting situations for the first time in your pup's life. However, if you are unable to maintain your dog's coat in sutisfactory condition and cannot adhere to a grooming schedule of at least every 8 weeks, we may not be the best fit for you.
While our grooming packages are comprehensive, please note that additional charges apply for managing a matted coat. Rest assured, we will always inform you of any extra costs before proceeding, either in advance or during our initial consultation.
Absolutely! If your dog is comfortable with your presence, we'd love to have you join us during the grooming session. However, If your pup becomes distracted or behaves anxiously with your presence during the grooming experience, I'll be happy to provide you with a brief tour of our shop and kindly ask you to wait outside.
Certainly, we are equipped to groom dogs that exhibit aggressive behavior, but it requires a tailored approach. Our experienced groomers assess each dog's behavior and comfort level during the initial evaluation. Sometimes, allowing your dog to explore for about 5-15 minutes without direct interaction can encourage them to approach you for a treat (Remember? we are cage-free environment). If your pet tends to be overly reactive, we recommend scheduling an assessment, and if gentle methods prove ineffective, consider consulting your veterinarian for prescriptions like Gabapentin and Trazodone.
We implement specialized techniques and tools designed for anxious or aggressive pets, allowing us to meet their grooming needs proficiently. Additionally, we have groomer assistants trained to handle dogs weighing up to 150 lbs, which is particularly advantageous when dealing with dogs that may react unpredictably on the grooming table.
We implement specialized techniques and tools designed for anxious or aggressive pets, allowing us to meet their grooming needs proficiently. Additionally, we have groomer assistants trained to handle dogs weighing up to 150 lbs, which is particularly advantageous when dealing with dogs that may react unpredictably on the grooming table.
We have a variety of tools and techniques to help with nail trims, even for the toughest pups. We can use a grooming hammock, specialized restraints, and calming methods to make the process as stress-free as possible. Out of over 4,000 dogs we've groomed, only three were too difficult to handle—and that was due to a prior traumatic experience involving full sedation for nail trimming. Rest assured, we’ll do everything possible to keep your dog calm and safe.
Professional Grooming at Rebel Tails
Rebel Tails is a local dog and cat grooming salon in Morrisville, conveniently located near Cary, North Carolina. We provide individualized grooming for different coat types, ages, sizes, and comfort levels rather than moving pets through a rushed, one-size-fits-all routine.
Our professional groomers provide full-service haircuts, baths and brush-outs, deshedding, nail and paw care, puppy introductions, senior grooming, anxious-dog care, hand stripping, and separate-room cat grooming.
Dogs are not left waiting in rows of cages. Appointments are planned around the individual pet, with transparent communication and handling adjusted to coat condition, grooming history, age, mobility, and temperament.
Located at 1901 NW Cary Pkwy, Suite 106, Morrisville, NC 27560 .
Cage-Free Grooming Built Around Your Pet
Cage-free grooming is more than removing kennels from the room. It changes how appointments are scheduled, how pets are handled, and how much attention each animal receives.
Individual Attention
The grooming plan is adjusted to the pet's coat, temperament, mobility, previous experiences, and tolerance for handling.
Transparent Salon
Glass walls and an open process allow pet parents to understand how their animal is being handled throughout the visit.
Comfort-Focused Pacing
Some pets need slower introductions, short breaks, or an adjusted plan rather than being forced through every procedure.
Large and Senior Dogs
Equipment, support, handling, and appointment pacing can be adapted for large breeds, senior dogs, and pets with mobility limitations.
Separate Cat Grooming
Cats are groomed one-on-one in a separate room away from the regular dog-grooming environment.
Explore professional cat groomingFull Grooming Services for Dogs and Cats
The right grooming service depends on coat type, coat condition, shedding, haircut goals, age, lifestyle, and the amount of maintenance completed at home.
Dog Haircuts & Styling
Full-service grooming, practical pet trims, breed-inspired styles, face tidies, paw trimming, sanitary maintenance, and coat finishing.
View haircuts and full-service groomingBath & Brush
Professional bathing, conditioner, complete drying, brushing, ear cleaning, nail care, and basic hygiene maintenance.
View bath and brush servicesDeshedding & Blowouts
Coat-specific bathing, high-velocity drying, loose undercoat removal, and detailed brushing for heavy and seasonal shedders.
View deshedding treatmentsNail & Paw Care
Nail trimming or grinding, paw-pad maintenance, foot tidying, and handling adjusted for dogs that find nail care difficult.
View dog nail and paw carePuppy Grooming
Short, manageable introductions to bathing, brushing, dryers, clippers, paw handling, nail care, and the salon environment.
View puppy groomingCat Grooming
One-on-one cat grooming in a separate dog-free room, including coat care, brushing, nail trimming, sanitary maintenance, and haircuts.
View cat grooming servicesAdditional specialty care includes professional hand stripping, coat and de-matting assessment, senior dog grooming, and grooming for anxious and reactive dogs .
Grooming for Every Coat Type
Coat structure determines how a pet should be bathed, dried, brushed, deshed, or trimmed. The same grooming routine is not appropriate for every breed.
Poodle & Doodle Coats
Haircut-based grooming for curly, wavy, continuously growing, and tangle-prone coats.
View poodle and doodle groomingSoft-Coated Breeds
Grooming and styling for Shih Tzus, Maltese, Havanese, Yorkies, spaniels, and other soft or silky coats.
View soft-coated groomingDouble-Coated Breeds
Professional bathing, blowouts, deshedding, brushing, and natural coat tidying for dense undercoats.
View double-coated groomingShort-Coated Breeds
Bathing, controlled drying, loose-coat removal, nail care, ear cleaning, and routine hygiene maintenance.
View short-coated groomingWire-Coated Breeds
Traditional hand stripping, dead-coat removal, carding, pet trims, and maintenance for harsh terrier coats.
View hand stripping servicesBreed-Specific Grooming
Dedicated grooming information for individual breeds, coat types, haircut styles, shedding patterns, and maintenance needs.
Browse grooming by breedRebel Tails Reviews & Grooming Photos
Reviews and real grooming results help pet parents understand what to expect before making an appointment. Explore recent feedback from local clients and view photos of dogs and cats groomed by the Rebel Tails team.
Real Local Grooming Results
Our gallery includes breed-specific haircuts, doodle and poodle trims, deshedding results, puppy introductions, giant breeds, senior dogs, anxious pets, and cat grooming appointments.
Review counts change over time, so the visible number on the website should be checked regularly against the current Google Business Profile.
Grooming Prices & Easy Online Booking
Grooming prices depend on the pet's size, coat type, coat density, condition, haircut, drying time, behavior, and the amount of brushing or coat work required.
Rebel Tails publishes starting prices by coat type so that pet parents can review the closest package before making an appointment. The final recommendation is based on the individual pet and the condition of the coat at check-in.
A Local Grooming Salon in Morrisville, Near Cary
Rebel Tails is located at 1901 NW Cary Parkway, Suite 106, in Morrisville, North Carolina. The salon is convenient for pet parents travelling from Cary and other nearby Triangle communities.
For the most accurate travel time, current opening hours, and live appointment availability, use the published map listing or online booking system.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rebel Tails Grooming
Is Rebel Tails a cage-free grooming salon?
Yes. Rebel Tails uses a cage-free appointment model rather than keeping dogs in crowded rows of kennels while they wait. Grooming is scheduled around individual attention, transparent handling, and comfort-focused pacing.
Do you groom both dogs and cats?
Yes. Rebel Tails offers professional dog grooming and separate-room cat grooming. Cat appointments are handled one-on-one away from the regular dog-grooming environment.
What is included in a full grooming service?
A full grooming appointment may include bathing, conditioner, controlled drying, brushing, a haircut or trim, nail care, ear cleaning, paw-pad maintenance, sanitary tidying, and final coat finishing. The exact service depends on the pet and selected package.
Can I stay and watch my pet being groomed?
Rebel Tails has a transparent glass-walled salon. Current observation and visit policies should be confirmed when booking, especially when a particular pet becomes more distracted while the owner is present.
Do you groom anxious, reactive, senior, or very large dogs?
Rebel Tails works with dogs of different sizes, ages, and comfort levels. The final grooming plan depends on the dog's mobility, behavior, coat condition, handling tolerance, and what can be completed safely during the appointment.
How much does grooming at Rebel Tails cost?
Pricing depends on size, coat type, condition, haircut, drying time, behavior, and additional coat work. Starting prices are published on the pricing pages and the closest service is confirmed after the pet is assessed.
Is Rebel Tails located in Cary?
Rebel Tails is physically located in Morrisville at 1901 NW Cary Parkway, Suite 106, conveniently near Cary, North Carolina.
Is Rebel Tails open now?
Current hours and live appointment availability can change. Check the Google Business Profile or online booking calendar for the most current information before travelling to the salon.
How do I book a grooming appointment?
Appointments can be booked online. Pet parents can also call or text Rebel Tails at (984) 292-5642 with questions about coat type, service selection, matting, behavior, or special handling needs.
Book Your Next Grooming Appointment at Rebel Tails
Choose professional dog or cat grooming designed around coat condition, comfort, transparent handling, and the individual needs of your pet.
Rebel Tails is located in Morrisville, conveniently near Cary, North Carolina.