On a Mission to Save the World... One Kitty at a Time.
Help Catastrophe Cat Grooming Find a New Home!
After years of serving Livermore’s feline community with love, skill, and a touch of sass, Catastrophe Cat Grooming is facing an unexpected challenge: our lease is up, and the landlord has chosen not to renew. That means we’re being forced to leave our cozy downtown shop - the place where countless cats have been pampered, fluffed, and fussed over.
We’re heartbroken but not giving up.
Catastrophe Cat Grooming isn’t just a business - it’s a safe haven for cats and their humans. We specialize in gentle handling, expert grooming, and personalized care for even the most anxious or high-maintenance kitties. Our clients know us for our compassion, our quirky charm, and our commitment to feline well-being.
Now, we need your help to stay in the Livermore area and continue serving the community we love.
What Your Support Will Do:
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🏠 Help us secure a new location in, or around Livermore that’s safe, accessible, and cat-friendly
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🐱 Cover moving costs, deposits, and setup expenses for a fresh start
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💼 Keep our staff employed and our services uninterrupted for our loyal clients
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🧼 Ensure we can continue offering top-tier grooming for cats of all temperaments
Why It Matters:
Livermore deserves a dedicated cat grooming space. Our clients include elderly pet owners, rescue cats, and families who rely on us to keep their companions healthy and happy. Losing our shop means losing a vital service - and we’re determined not to let that happen.
Whether you’re a longtime client, a fellow cat lover, or someone who believes in small businesses with big hearts, we’d be honored by your support.
🐾 Donate, Share, and Help Us Land on Our Paws
Every contribution - big or small - gets us closer to reopening in or near Livermore. Let’s make sure Catastrophe Cat Grooming continues to be a place where cats are celebrated, cared for, and occasionally hissed at (lovingly, of course).
Thank you for being part of our journey. We can’t wait to welcome you to our new space.
Welcoming All Cats to Catastrophe Cat Grooming.
Welcome to Catastrophe Cat Grooming! We’re all about giving your kitty the ultimate pampering experience! Our local, cat focused facility is designed just for them, ensuring a relaxing & enjoyable time! We take the time to shower each feline with love & care, whether they’re a spirited feral, or a wise senior. So why wait? Treat your beloved fur - ball to the grooming they deserve! Book an appointment today & let the pampering begin!
Do Cats Really Need To Be Groomed?
When it comes to grooming cats, a common miss understanding is that cats are “self-cleaning”, but that’s not the case! Imagine this.... let's put a fur coat on you, & you wear it for a number of years. Meanwhile you can only freshen up by licking yourself. How clean would you feel?
Just like dogs, many cats spend a lot of time outside where they climb through bushes, play around in yards, catch mice, or get caught in the rain. This can cause just as many hygiene problems as dogs that cat owners tend to overlook - especially because outdoor cats tend to not be around as much as outside dogs.
Indoor cats still need to be taken care of as well. Their coats act like dust mops collecting dust from places like under the bed. No doubt we all know that cats shed, most cat owners rarely groom their cats as much as dog owners, which means that most cats are well overdue for a proper pampering.
But have you ever tried to bathe a cat? Or clip its nails? It can be more difficult than grooming a dog potentially leaving you with scratches & a lot of frustration. When not groomed with consideration of the cats' feelings, they can end up traumatized by the experience which will cause them to have anxiety at any future bath attempts.
At Catastrophe Cat Grooming we offer full-service cat grooming, using nothing but patience - we never force a cat to do anything it doesn't want to do. Another important detail - we listen to the cats. They do have a language, & when they tell us they need a break, we give them one.
Our unique approach to kitty baths, never, ever includes the use of tie-downs, restraints, leads, harnesses, or sedation. Cats are a free spirit, & they don't do well being restrained. We show them something different. Most cats are happy to let us groom them - gently, patiently, respectfully.
We ask that prior to your cat's appointment, please do not give them tranquilizers, sedation, C.B.D., or any other type of mind-altering substances. We will have to reschedule the appointment & send them home.
We go above & beyond to keep your cat relaxed, clean, comfortable, beautiful, & healthy! At Catastrophe Cat Grooming, we work hard to earn you, & your kitty's trust. We want you to know that your fur babies are always treated with respect. They are safe with us.
Our groomers are happy to share a few grooming tips & tricks that you may want to try out at home. We believe that educating people about stress-free grooming is in the cat's best interest. Consistent, patient, grooming is a great way of bonding & shows the cat that they are loved. Cats will live longer, be happier, & enjoy good health.
Catastrophe Cat Grooming in Downtown Livermore, CA
Discover a unique, cats - only groomer, right here, in the SF Bay Area! Catastrophe Cat Grooming, located in Downtown Livermore, we do cat grooming - differently.
Our core belief is that cats are a free - spirit. They don't respond well to being told what to do. That principal is what inspired our "no - push - policy". What that means, is that we will never, ever, force a cat to do anything it's not comfortable doing.
We use NO leads, NO harnesses, NO tie-downs, & NO sedation!
By showing cats that we respect their feelings, by not forcing them, we are able to earn their trust.
The experience we provide is tailored specifically with each cats feelings in mind. Here at Catastrophe Cat Grooming, we know what makes cats comfortable, & we listen to them. When they need a break, we give them one.
To ensure that every cat receives top-notch care from our skilled & patient groomers, we only groom cats (& occasionally rabbits). Whether your cat is a fragile senior, or a fluffy exotic, a hairless sphinx, or a frightened & aggressive feral, perhaps your cat has a disability, or has special needs, even spicy cats who love to eat humans! We are experienced in catering to them all.
Our mission is to provide a calming & positive grooming experience for cats & their parents. Give your little one something to purr about, prioritize your cat’s well-being with a cat bath at Catastrophe Cat Grooming, your Bay Area local cat groomer.
Book online today & let us help your cats look & feel their very best.
Your cat will thank you!
As Cat-Only Groomers, We Specialize In:
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heavily matted cats
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elderly cats
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difficult cats
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exotic cats
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feral cats
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hairless cats
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scared-y cats
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ordinary house cats
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first time-to-a-groomer cats
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even flea infested cats!
Appointments Are Easy To Book Online At CatastropheCats.com
Pricing is displayed on the booking page.
Our full-transparency policy allows cat parents to stay & watch the cats bath. We encourage first - time clients to plan on staying with your cat for the first 15 minuets, to be there for your cat's bath. This gives both you & your kitty a bit of reassurance. The best way to get your cat to trust us, is by having the person they trust the most, right there for the bath.
As we work, we will share with you a few of our legendary tips & tricks which we have purr-fected over the years. Techniques that have been proven, time after time, to have great results. We love to show cat parents how we groom. That way, if you decide later that you'd like to try grooming your cat at home, you'll be prepared with a few key concepts that will be sure to give your cat a great experience.
Our Unique Approach to Cat Grooming Features:
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no tie-downs
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no leads
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no harnesses
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no sedation
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& no stress
We're experts at gently removing even the most painful mats from feline coats, patiently & humanely.
We save as much of the cats fur as possible, only shaving out what absolutely needs to be shaved.
We Offer Routine Coat Care Including:
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full-service cat bath with de-shed conditioning treatment
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between bath maintenance brush-out & sanitary trim
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nail trims & soft paws nail caps
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matted coat de-matting
Getting your cat used to regular grooming not only will be less stressful for your cat, but will also keep the cost of grooming to a minimum. Regular de-shedding will help eliminate cats undercoats - the source of hairballs, shedding, matted fur, and intestinal blockage.
We're Open Daily, With Appointments Available Between 10 AM & Midnight.
Our goal is to be available for all cat parents, regardless of your schedule.
Our Goal Is To Take The Stress Out Of Grooming - For Both You & Your Cat.
For that reason the brush-out & blow-dry are live streamed on Instagram so you can see exactly how your little one is doing. (you can request not to have your cat filmed, if you prefer).
