Terms and Salon Rules
General Terms and Conditions (GTC) & Salon Rules

Applies to all services at the CHICA GROOM dog salon
Address: Raumerstraße 30, 10437 Berlin
Email: chicagroom@gmail.com


1. Acceptance of Contract

By making an appointment – ​​in writing, by phone, by email, or via social media – the customer accepts these General Terms and Conditions as binding.



2. Condition of the Animal
• The customer confirms that their animal is healthy, vaccinated, dewormed, and non-aggressive.
• Sick, aggressive, or heavily matted animals may be refused.
• The salon assumes no liability for undisclosed misbehavior or pre-existing medical conditions of the animal.
• The customer undertakes to disclose any special circumstances (allergies, fearful behavior, biting, etc.) in advance.



3. Age Limit and Assumption of Risk
• Dogs over 12 years of age are generally no longer accepted for safety reasons.
• For animals 10 years of age or older or in poor health, the customer bears the full risk for any possible consequences of the treatment (stress, circulatory problems, etc.).
• The salon may terminate the treatment at any time if the animal's well-being is at risk.



4. Disclaimer
• The salon assumes no liability for injuries caused by heavily matted fur, skin irritations, allergic reactions, or unexpected behavior of the animal.
• The customer expressly releases the salon from any liability related to the age, health, behavior, or outcome of the treatment.



5. Payment
• Payment is made immediately after the service in cash or by card.
• Prices depend on the effort, time, coat condition, and behavior of the animal.
• If the animal terminates the treatment prematurely, the full price must still be paid.



6. Appointment Cancellations & Delays
• Appointments must be canceled at least 24 hours in advance.
• For last-minute cancellations or no-shows, a fee of €30 will be charged.
• For delays of more than 15 minutes, the appointment may be canceled and a fee of €30 will also be charged.



7. Pick-up
• The dog must be picked up no later than 3 hours after the end of the treatment.
• A care fee may be charged after this time.



8. Special Measures
• In cases of severe matting or parasite infestation, a complete haircut may be necessary.
• The customer agrees to this measure, even if the dog's appearance is significantly altered.
• For certain breeds with high grooming needs (e.g., Poodles, Maltese, Shih Tzu), a short haircut will be performed in the event of neglect.



9. Data Protection

Information on the handling of personal data can be found in our Privacy Policy.



10. Place of Jurisdiction

The place of jurisdiction for all disputes is Berlin.



11. Final Provisions

By using our services, the customer confirms that they have read, understood, and accepted these Terms and Conditions.



💡 Note: We recommend that you contact our team in advance if you have any questions or concerns.