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    April at the Ritz

    4.4 (56 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Services - April at the Ritz

    Bath and groom only

    Full grooming

    Pet haircut

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    Sophie M.

    Our first experience with April was amazing! She took our 8yo shelter dog from drag to FAB!! I loved that she allowed the dogs to be out of their crates and socialize with the other pups. Our Flanders was very anxious when we dropped him off, but April greeted him with pats and treats and he soon opened up and enjoyed his time! And the haircut is flawless, he smells amazing, and the price was very reasonable. We 100% will be coming back! Thanks April!

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    Leslie S.

    Our pup is gorgeous and April is a pro. Friendly, dog-loving spot with expert grooming at a great price.

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    Christina G.

    April's the ritz is great the place its not fancy and not much to look at. But April genuinely seems to love dogs and I have a very anxious rescue bichon. He has separation anxiety and get very stressed when I leave him at the groomer I have been taking him to pocket puppies And I notice a complete difference in how he acts when I pick him up from Aprils he doesn't seem stressed out or nervous. April let the dogs run around and it seems more like a doggie day care than a groomer. April also is very skilled and knows how to groom bichons, Mini poodles and golden doodles.

    Rolando Q.

    April does a great job taking care of my Pomeranian and Coco actually enjoys her visit as opposed to my past interactions with other groomers. I would definitely recommend.

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    9 months ago

    April is a fantastic groomer, she is very kind and gentle with dogs, and always take her time.

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    Super nice and great at grooming! Feel comfortable leaving my dog with her and she gives him treats!

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    6 years ago

    Good grooming experience. Our doggie, a 12 year old cavachon seems to enjoy the experience. We will continue to use April at the Ritz.

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