Pet grooming services now deemed essential during provincewide stay-at-home order

February 4, 2021

Due to concerns for the health and welfare of animals, the Government of Ontario has provided clarification regarding pet grooming services and has deemed it essential under strict new guidelines.

As of February 4, 2021, pet groomers in Port Colborne are allowed to reopen if they provide services that are strictly necessary to prevent an animal from requiring foreseeable and reasonably imminent veterinary care, or if an owner has been required to do so under the animal welfare act.

Port Colborne pet grooming businesses can reopen if:

• They only provide services by appointment
• They permit only one appointment for one animal at a time
• They are provided through curbside pickup and drop-off of the animal

Questions?

Please contact By-law Enforcement at 905-835-2900 ext. 207