I've been bringing my sweet girl Bella to Dunia for grooming for nearly 11 years, and I honestly can't believe I haven't written a review until now. Reviews may be more common these days than they were a decade ago, but that's no excuse--Dunia has been such a consistent, important part of Bella's life, and she absolutely deserves the recognition. Dunia is amazing at what she does. She always gets Bella's groom just right, and Bella is always happy and relaxed when I pick her up--which wasn't the case before we found Dunia. In fact, even when I lived in North Carolina, I would plan Bella's grooms around trips back to Virginia because no one else came close. The difference in how Bella felt after other groomers versus with Dunia was night and day. On top of that, the entire staff here is always warm, kind, and professional. I truly can't recommend them enough to anyone looking for a caring, skilled, and consistent groomer. If you're searching for your "forever groomer," this is the place. read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - Happy girl after her pampered groom! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Easy on line reservation. No delay on arrival - wash tub was all outfitted with shampoo, conditioner, towels, air drier, snacks, etc. A happy experience! read more

I have been taking my dog to Bark 'N Bubbles for grooming for about 5 years now. Dunia is amazing and really cares about making the dog feel comfortable during their grooming. If you're looking for a quality grooming for your pet with caring staff - this is the place. read more

I started taking my dogs to this location a few months ago after my in-home groomer was not available to come to our house anymore. I was very nervous because my dogs are very anxious. My oldest had a bad experience at a prior groomer, and the other two are rescues from the meat markets in China and are very sensitive to noise. When I take them to get groomed at this place, although they are anxious and hyper, we are constantly encountered by very patient, friendly, and welcoming staff. When I pick them up, they are still hyper, but they look happy and comfortable. They also do a tremendous job with their grooming, haircut, and cleaning in general. I'm pleased with their services and accommodation to my three crazy Goldens. I would recommend this place to anyone. Melissa and Brian are excellent, caring, and pet-oriented groomers. read more

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Great groomer, I got a reminder text the day before and I get a text when he's ready for pick up. His groomer Doonya always does a fantastic job cutting and grooming my Westie and she's very knowledgeable about the breed. I'm so glad I found you. read more

Clean facility, friendly employees. Everything you need to bathe your dog is provided. I love this place and have been coming for a while

I have taken both my short haired dogs here, mainly for nail trims however recently for baths. The gentlemen who gave my first dog a bath did a good job and Chloe was clean. I called to book my second dog who is dog aggressive and asked if they could open early, happy to pay an additional fee as I am pregnant and unable to lift a 50lb dog in and out of the bath, and instead the woman who answered the phone - hailey suggested booking at 9:30 as "no one else would be there" - flash forward to our appointment there were in fact 3 other dogs there and no way to ensure safety so we had to walk out. The owner apologized but was not really that vested in making good on the services we booked. AND hailey argued with me to say she didn't say what she actually did. If you have a dog without special needs - this place is adequate. If you require any additional support - I would encourage you look elsewhere. They don't seem to care about ALL dogs only select ones. My MIL also planned to book here based on my review of today's service. So they lost my business and hers. read more

Stopped into this pet spa today and was blown away from the options this store offers! Anywhere from pet facials to self bath your pet! The salon service offers so many great options to choose from! The bath tuns are elevated and equipped with blow dryers! Check out this one stop shop for all your pet hygiene needs! read more

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My usual groomer was unavailable for some time due to COVID so I stumbled across this place given its great Yelp reviews and distance from my house. They were easy to make an appointment with and prices were on board with most other places. The staff was very nice and showed they took care of my dog from drop off to pick up. The drop in stars comes from the service itself. It usually takes about 1-1.5 hours for my BostonT to get groomed, but they were able to perform their top package with all bells and whistles in about 40 minutes, which seemed too fast. Upon inspection after picking him up, seemed like there were areas that weren't cleaned well on his coat (some fuck shown in the picture), as well as crust around his eyes (which I thought the blueberry facial would have taken care of). His nails were clipped, but doesn't seem like they were filed and we're still quite sharp. Overall, the place is nice and the staff is great, the service isn't quite there esp for the price. I expected a fluffy fresh dog, but got back the same dog with a little fresh scent added. read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - Sticky matted hair that wasn't scrubbed clean - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

A great do it yourself dog washing station with Friendly staff and basic supplies provided. For parties with more than one dog, I suggest booking in advance. There is ample parking within shopping center. read more

I wash my own dog there and it's great! The water pressure is way better and leaving the dog hair behind is amazing! They are really kind and helpful. It's hard because they don't take walk ins but at the same time it's not first-come-first-served so you aren't driving there with your dog just to find an hour long line. They provide the soap, towels, and even brushes, which is great. I have never needed the extra services but it's great for a basic bath and not needing to wipe down my bathroom walls after! read more

Super friendly staff, great service, Doggo was happy and didn't stick anymore! More characters more characters read more

I wanted to share how special this place has been to our family over the last 5 years prior to our dog/family member "Shelby Morgan Dempsey" passing. First, it's more than a dog grooming service, it's truly a place that you can bond with your pets and give them the care they deserve. The amenities and staff are amazing. Every month all I had to do was say blueberry facial and our Shelby girl was doing circles. Bark n Bubbles will always have a special place in our hearts and how special you made every trip our girl took to get pampered. Thank you read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I've come here a few times and was initially pretty pleased. I use the "we wash" grooming service for my Great Dane, Atlas and it usually takes about an hour and a half. This last time I dropped him off, ran some errands then picked him up after the usual amount of time upon receiving a text he was ready. The first thing that really bothered me about this visit is I waited ten minutes, making eye contact several times with groomers in the back, before I was even acknowledged. Then, when my dog was brought to me he was being choked out on a random rope leash instead of his halti. The girl walking him handed me his halti and said, "I didn't know how to work this". I had a hard time untangling the cluster she turned his face harness into because she tightened all the straps and then tied two in a knot when there's a clip that clips those two pieces together. In my opinion, ask for help or leave it alone, so I'm not stuck untying your mess, but maybe that's just me. The next issue I have is that my dog doesn't really SMELL clean. Normally he smells like the groomer, and doesn't shed for at least a day or two. After an hour and a half and $90 he doesn't really smell clean and he's been shedding like mad, leaving me to believe he wasn't washed or wasn't washed well. My last issue is that I was charged $75 (+ tip) then an hour later I received a call that I was undercharged by $10 and I needed to pay over the phone. Considering how much I spent, this seems really petty to call someone and harass them for $10 when your employee error lead to the price issue. (They didn't list the services before the charge OR even offer a receipt so there was no way for me to know what the charges were for or that they were wrong). I'm only giving two stars because they do have the tubs that you can wash your dog yourself and those are pretty nice, if you don't have the space to wash your pup at home. Other than that, I would not recommend coming here for the grooming service as they nickel and dime you for services they don't even seem to complete. read more

The "grooming" on my dog yesterday was a joke. Hid head and tail weren't even combed or clipped, his ears were not plucked and cleaned and his body clipping was really awful. I've been trying to repair the damage to his clipping but it's just going to have to grow out. I'm going to ask for a refund. read more

Superb service. Brian has been taking care of my very old English Springer Spaniel for over a year now. He is gentle with her, understands her limitations physically and potential anxiety and treats her with kindness and care. He uses his obviously extensive experience to ensure she is happy and calm. They texted me to say she was nearly ready and so she did not have to wait for me to arrive! Annie was happy and bouncy when we arrived for her and she had been groomed beautifully. He is a superb groomer and Annie looks wonderful... Very reasonably priced also. Thank you Brian! read more

Dunia does an amazing job every time with our standard poodle! I recommend her for dog grooming! read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - What great work! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

If you live in the Springfield and Burke you know that just for Pets is closing. If you're looking for a self wash option for your pups take them to bark and bubbles. The staff was quite friendly and the prices are reasonable. they also knew do nail trims and grooming. read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - Lara after her beautiful bath! she turned 11 that day! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

We took our dog to the Fairfax, VA Bark 'N Bubbles yesterday and we have been going there for quite a while. Well, I'm done with this place. The owner and her staff made us wait to pay for at least ten minutes while they took care of a customer on the phone. My wife finally got upset and told them she wanted to pay and leave. The owner called me back today and argued with me that this isn't how it happened and that they didn't keep us waiting that long. Her attitude toward a paying customer was not professional and we won't be going back there. I don't recommend this place because of the owner's attitude toward people who wash their dog rather than using the grooming service. One time prior to this she insinuated that our dog was heavier than we were telling her. They charge for the wash by weight. With her, it's all about how much money you drop. read more

Price has risen over the years. The nail trim with dremmel is no longer $10 but $18 i think.Self service wash used to be $16 and now its $20++. As much as I like coming here I have to look for a cheaper alternative. read more

The kind and educational staff help me help my foster pup. Easy appointments after leaving a message on the day they are closed.

I bring my Yorkie, Tanleigh, every few months for a groom. Dunia is my favorite groomer. I'm a bit picky with his haircut, and she nails it every time! She is also very friendly and makes it easy to explain what I want. My dog has bad knees and hips, and he isn't as scared when I bring him here. (I've tried MANY other places) Front desk people are usually pretty nice, but have been short with me before. The picture attached with this review is several days after his haircut (still sharp though!) -The ONLY con I will add is that if I'm not very specific every time, then his haircut starts to change a little bit. However, I know it is probably hard to ensure consistency of the hair cuts. read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - A Yorkie with a sharp hair cut - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

The employees are so wonderful and they made my 11yo Malinois look and smell amazing! I highly recommend! read more

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STAY AWAY! i went to this place because of the good reviews in yelp BUT I REGRET this decision. after my dog was groomed, the groomer handed my dog to me, and i saw fleas crawling on his back. my dog NEVER had fleas in his lifetime! they said the fleas probably came from the vet center that's beside them. it is STILL not an excuse because they should have a flea control protocol at least on the exterior of their property! they did wash him again with flea shampoo and then told me the ticks were gone. but no! when i got home, i saw more fleas crawling on him! i am VERY VERY upset! I had to ask for a refund! they should have just offered a refund to start with and i did not have to ask for it! HOWEVER, that refund is not enough considering the damages it cost us. I had to bring my dog to the vet. i had to bring him to another groomer to get shampooed! he now lost some hair from the fleas! i have been paying hundreds of dollars on flea spray, fogger and now i have to hire a pest control for our house due to their mismanagement. i am VERY frustrated. stay away for the sake of your dog! if u already go here, please check your dog for fleas because u will never know until you check!! read more

This is our first time here since we just moved to the area. This place is wonderful. Friendly staffs and polite patrons. We did the DIY dog bath and it was great. The facility is clean and spacious. At the wash station, they provide some little treats for dog, shampoo, conditioner, tearless, 2 medium size towels, aprons, blow dryer, and different types of brush, etc. My husband and I really like it. Staff (I forgot her name. If her boss is reading this, she is the one with long hair who work today, Sunday 6/10/18) was really nice on the phone and in person. She even gave us the tips on the best way to properly bath our dogs. She's patient with our millions of questions. We will definitely come back. read more

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Another example of a people asking for over the top information. I was going to try this place to take my dog to SELF WASH. But you need an appt...ok fine so call for an appt and they want all my personal details? The dogs details, and shot records and ...I stopped and did not make the appt. I've had enough of being spammed online and with my phone because businesses like this take all your info for no justifiable reason. read more

Not just for dogs !! We brought our long haired cat to get groomed a couple of weeks ago. We were extremely nervous because the first time we took him to get groomed at the vet, ended up being a disaster. He's a good cat and loves water and vibrating noises, so we were hoping he'd do okay. When we picked him up, he was happily sitting behind the counter in this carrier. The staff said he did great. He looked amazing and smelled great and has been a happy boy ever since !!! We actually made an appointment for our other cat to get groomed next week. We are so pleased with barks n bubbles and it will be our go-to groomer from now forward ! read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - Mr. Biggie Smalls sporting his new haircut - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Will never visit this place again! I requested a short cut but never imagined my puppy would come home with multiple abrasions! He didn't sleep for two nights because he couldn't lay or sit down, is continuously trying to scratch at the area, and is shedding his coat in clumps. Stay away from Barks & Bubbles! read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - Horrible grooming experience @ Barks & Bubbles - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I hate to write this place a bad review but I was so turned off the initial point where I dropped my dog off to the whole ordeal after... Made an appointment for my dog to be dropped off at 1130, met with the manager who was really friendly , emailed the vaccines and filled out some paperwork. Brought my dog back to meet the groomer .. she yelled over the other groomers of what I wanted .. now I wanted his hair cut etc :: honestly I don't take my dog to the groomer often it's expensive and with a toddler it's hard to get to.. i told her just shorter .. good for the summer . She kept asking me how much .. which bothered me because honestly I don't know .. finally I left hoping she will give a good haircut .. on the way out I asked the groomer how long it would take and she said 3 pm I planned my day around picking my dog up at 3pm.. Came back and they hadn't even starting working on my dog.. the groomer said 3pm APPROX. and she would give a call once he was done. 4pm rolled around and my husband went to check on him. They still didn't start on him .. at that point I was ready to just take him ..but she started working on him then and there and took maybe 15-20 min .. poor dog was sitting in his cage for no reason all day. I was disappointed at the lack of communication of when he was going to be ready and missed my sons activity for the afternoon. Plus the groomer was quite rude from beginning to end .. I used to come here for the do it yourself bath but after this experience i find myself sighing over and over about it. The bonus star is for the manager who was friendly about the situation and gave a discount on his haircut read more

I love this place so much that I drive all the way in from DC! Sam our English Springer Spaniel gets groomed here and we also regularly was our hound mix Buford here too. Buford is fussy and nervous about getting his nails trimmed and they do an incredible job of keeping him calm and reassured while they trim his nails. Sam always gets an A plus grooming. Customer service is excellent and we love this gem of a facility. Coming in post Covid was seamless. You call ahead to make an appointment for a self-wash and they have everything you need right at your tub waiting for you. I can't recommend this place enough! I've had nothing but exceptional service here. read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - My sweet Buford getting a much needed bath! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

We are NEVER going back to this place. It is false advertising. We made an appointment for we wash, top dog package for our 2 bernedoodles around. 100lbs. Online it said it'll be around $75 since not a full groom just a wash and brush service. We got there they said no more $100 each dog during drop off, we picked them up and they charged us $350 for both dogs who had no matting and no grooming! This place is a rip off and terrible at what they say vs what you actually will get. We will never go back and then they Effin poodled my doodles paws!! Do not go here! read more

Amazing grooming service. Highly recommend! I called to schedule an appointment and they were able to fit me in the following Saturday. I brought my Bichon Frisée in to be groomed at noon and I was texted just an hour and a half later that my pup was done and ready for pick up! I came to get her and I was very pleasantly surprised how fluffy she looked despite how matted she was beforehand. Very reasonable pricing as well. So happy I've found a groomer in this area! Will be going back. read more

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We regularly bring our Havanese here for his grooming appointment to see Phadrea. Phadrea is excellent. She has great attention to detail, always listens carefully to what we want and always has our dog looking neat and happy when his appointment is done. The place itself is also really nice. The employees are always upbeat, friendly and helpful. The ambience is also warm, inviting and fun for pet lovers. Highly recommended! read more

I like this place. My dog is a timid dog. He doesn't understand that he is a dog. I think he thinks he is a person. As a result, situations where he is around other dogs it stress him out a bit. He doesn't urinate on the floor, thank god, but he more tries to escape. It breaks my heart. I love him. It's not his fault that we really didn't socialize him too much. My mom's Yorkies even boss him around. Sigh. When we first arrived, another family washing their German Shepard got loose and scared my dog. As a result, I asked if I could stay with my dog to help alleviate any anxiety that he might have. Thankfully, the staff member didn't take any issue with my request and allowed me to. I booked a "We Wash" service for my Goldendoodle. The we wash service includes: Choice of Shampoo, Creme Rinse, Brush Out, Towel or Blow Drying, Pad Balm and Ear Cleaning As other Yelpers commented, I felt that the facility was extremely clean and the staff member I dealt with was compassionate. What has limited the 5 star rating: -This location is not open on Mondays -Clients are not able to book appointments online -The staff member skipped the pad balm and the ear cleaning too on my doggie. I only realized/noticed this afterwards, and believe that it was an honest mistake. read more

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Bark 'N Bubbles is a fairly new, do-it-yourself dog grooming business right off of Lee Highway in Fairfax. However, the store also provides full service grooming if you'd prefer. They also stock some natural treats, toys, and other products for your pet at the front of the store. I brought my dog in to get his nails trimmed as I have the scars to prove that I can't do it on my own. The groomer there took my dog back and showed me how to hold him while she took care of his nails. Next time I try to do this at home, I think the wife and I will be a bit more successful with those tips. The staff at Bark 'N Bubbles also told me that they would be offering obedience classes in the future, as well as some directed training for dogs with specific problems (like my dog, who wants to jump on everyone). I walked out with a new toy for my dog, some treats, the nail trimming, and I didn't feel like I was raked over the coals. The people there know what they are doing, and are extremely patient with all of the animals that come in (including my insane dog). After I left I received a call from the store saying that the treats I bought were on sale and they noticed that they had charged me too much. The woman who called me apologized and said that they refunded the difference to my card as soon as they noticed. It was only a few dollars, so I didn't really care about the money, but the fact that they went out of their way to apologize for their error and correct it right away is refreshing nowadays. 4 Stars - Only deduction for being closed on Mondays. This is a solid place with good people, and is worth a trip next time your dog needs a bath. read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - Bark 'N Bubbles Wash Facilities - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Bark and Bubbles is extremely inconsistent so be careful taking your puppies there. I specifically told them they cut my dogs too short last month and Provided photos of them and my groomers in Florida notes to make it easier for them and the still messed them up grooming my babies. Can't even cut straight. Oh and they charged for extra brush out and a $12 shop fee. Seriously. The first photo is the horrific cut today. The second is the one I gave them to use. Oye read more

Bark 'N Bubbles - The photo I sent the via email since they can't follow directions - Pet Groomers Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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My dog absolutely hates getting her nails done but she adores the folks at Bark and Bubbles and she willingly participates without any issues. They are very gentle and the location is super clean and smells great. You can bring your dog to have grooming done by them or you can give your dog a bath with a ton of provided amenities. I love giving Bark and Bubbles my business because of the fact that they make my pup and I feel at home and they provide for a stress-free environment. read more

I came out here to volunteer with a dog rescue and wash multiple dogs in one day for a charity dog wash. In one day, I washed and beautified a great dane/hound mix, a beagle, a corgi and a very anxious lab. The store is a self wash operation, which is one of the few I've ever seen. Plus, the place is spotless! Basically you get a station, pick out your shampoo, conditioner and brushes, put on a sexy apron and get cleaning. You get plenty of clean towels, your dog is attached by a lead to the station so there are no runaways. They even have an elevated platform for the little dogs so you don't have to bend over a tub quite as much. They offer a blueberry facial for your dog, which is a special soap that is edible and not irritating to eyes and makes their face smell so freaking good. They also have some industrial grade dryers to dry your dog off. The owner and staff are great and you can tell they love what they do. The layout is pretty cute too. The washing room is in the back and the front of the store is a pet store/lounge area where they offer coffee and assorted beverages. The prices are reasonable (cheaper than PetsMart) for grooming and nail clipping, which is the main reason I will be back with my own dogs. This place is a little out of the way for someone who lives in Maryland, and google maps and your iphone will give you the worst directions ever, but I highly recommend a road trip out to here for your dog grooming needs. You're actually better off trying to get directions to the Wegman's on monument road on your GPS and this place is only about a block away. And last but not least here's some information on the wonderful rescue organization, if you would like to get a puppy to bathe! http://www.muttloverescue.org/index.html read more

We have been long time customers of Bark N Bubbles. The staff is incredible. They are very accommodating and love animals. This business is both self service and full service. I have seen dogs of all shapes and sizes come for self washes. It looks like lots of people use the full groomer services. We like to wash our own dogs because both of them do NOT enjoy baths. The tubs are open on both sides so there is ease of access to your dogs. They provide a large variety of shampoo and conditioners. The aprons are a nice touch even though our bigger dog will soak me overtime. They have a gentle electric dryer and lots of towels. Each bath area has treats, brushes and towels. It always nice to come out and get a nice wash and not have to deal with that 'fur' mess in our tubs. read more

Amazing groomer!! Friendly staff that made my dog feel comfortable when she was afraid at first! They do a great job my dog has never felt more clean and soft and she was done in less than 2 hours! Pricey but worth the price in my opinion for top notch grooming! read more