We highly recommend the groomers here! We don't take Tucker anywhere else to get his nails clipped. What we love most about Delmar Doggie Design is Christina's passion for pets. When we first dropped off Tucker to get his nails trimmed, Christina called us later that day and told us he refused and would get anxiety and squirm when she tried to touch his paws. Instead of fighting with him to clip his nails (like a lot of big business groomers would do), she recommended that we ease into it and make it a pleasant experience for him, so someday he wouldn't have any problems with someone trimming his nails! She explained that some groomers might just hold him down, clip his nails, and traumatize him. This would cause him to get anxiety and fight every time someone tried to clip his nails! So we started coming once a week and also working on easing into it at home too. She also recommended we start bringing all-natural peanut butter for him to have while she handles his paws/clips his nails/etc. It's been a few months, but now he has no problem with her trimming his nails! She has been so patient with him throughout this process, and we really appreciate it! We recommend this place to all other dog owners - the prices are very reasonable, and you're supporting a small business with a knowledgeable, honest owner! Thank you Delmar Doggie Design! read more

The best in town my Kane love to come there for grooming. The Staff is the best a the shop is always clean.

My 7 lb shorkie dog had an appointment at 10 AM. by 345 I had not heard anything. So I reached out and was informed that they hadn't gotten to her yet *disclaimer* my pup was very matted so I knew it would be a while/an extra charge to groom her. THAT'S fine!! As long as she is properly groomed. They call me back in an hour, tell me they could not remove all of the matting, she'd have to be taken to a vet & be sedated for it all to be removed. She'll be ready by 5. Ummmmm ok. I was annoyed because the owner bragged about all these credentials she had and how she's been in business for so long but couldn't handle matting. But whatever. They also tell me they would only charge me for what hair they could get off of her. my sister arrived to pick up my dog, and was informed that they indeed were able to remove all of her hair but did not bathe her at all. The owner then informed my sister that they had been working on her all day. Which is a lie, because when I called at 3:45 the owner told me they hadn't gotten to her yet! My sister said the owner then tried to clean it up and say "well we've been going back-and-forth with her all day." so which is it, were are you going back-and-forth with her all day or did you not get to her until 345???? Furthermore, if you have been working on her all day, by the end of the day she should be all finished and ready for a bath, right? I paid $70 for her to only get cut and they barely cut her nails. I feel like after they cut her, why couldn't she get a bath? She's 6 lbs and hairless now, her bath and blow dry should have not taken that long. My 7 lb shorkie dog had an appointment at 10 AM. by 345 I had not heard anything. So I reached out and was informed that they hadn't gotten to her yet *disclaimer* my pup was very matted so I knew it would be a while/an extra charge to groom her. THAT'S fine!! As long as she is properly groomed. They call me back in an hour, tell me they could not remove all of the matting, she'd have to be taken to a vet & be sedated for it all to be removed. She'll be ready by 5. Ummmmm ok. I was annoyed because the owner bragged about all these credentials she had and how she's been in business for so long but couldn't handle matting. But whatever. They also tell me they would only charge me for what hair they could get off of her. my sister arrived to pick up my dog, and was informed that they indeed were able to remove all of her hair but did not bathe her at all. The owner then informed my sister that they had been working on her all day. Which is a lie, because when I called at 3:45 the owner told me they hadn't gotten to her yet! My sister said the owner then tried to clean it up and say "well we've been going back-and-forth with her all day." so which is it, were are you going back-and-forth with her all day or did you not get to her until 345???? Furthermore, if you have been working on her all day, by the end of the day she should be all finished and ready for a bath, right? I paid $70 for her to only get cut and they barely cut her nails. I feel like after they cut her, why couldn't she get a bath? She's 6 lbs and hairless now, her bath and blow dry should have not taken that long. read more

Extraordinary care and attention!!! Thank you!!!! Christina has cared for my 2 senior Norwich terriers for the last 5 years. Beyond grateful for her knowledge and compassion read more

Christina is great and so caring! She does amazing work with our doodle. 10/10 recommend!

We love taking our dog to Delmar Doggie Design and he loves going! It's been nearly two years now and Christina gets his cut just right every single time. The de-shedding makes all the difference in how often we have to clean our floors. The parking is convenient (plenty of spots right in front of the building). Don't take your dog to a big box store for grooming when you could bring them to Delmar Doggie! read more

I have a golden retriever and a Great Pyrenees so needless to say I have a lot of fur to deal with at home! I have been searching for a new groomer for a long time and have always been disappointed. They were never deshedded right or cut right... UNTILL NOW! Delmar doggie design has a customer for life! My dogs have never felt as good as they feel after getting groomed at DDD! They are barely shedding at all! Not one hair is out of place. I personally am a hairstylist so I am very particular on how I like their hair to be cut and i cannot express how happy I am! They look good and I know they feel good with all that extra undercoat gone! I will recommend this place to any and all of my clients and friends with dogs! This was more expensive then I have paid in the past but absolutely worth it!! 10/10 recommend! read more

Delmar Doggie Design - Golden boy is very happy with his haircut! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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The BEST GROOMER I have ever been to! I have a mini Spitz (or Giant Pomeranian) named Chanel and she had the perfect shampoo and trim here! The groomer was a doll too! Got lots of great information on other dog-related topics too! It was so great that I signed her up for the VIP service where she will get groomed every 4 weeks! I have never been happier with the service and Chanel can't wait to go back! The groomers are very informed and are experts and I am telling every dog owner I know to go here! :D read more

I read the reviews on Yelp for this groomer before deciding on it. I couldn't agree with the rave reviews more. Christina was super friendly and you can tell she really cares about the animals brought in there. My pups looked a little homeless before I brought them in and now, 4 days later they are still fluffy and smell great. I really appreciated that she offers ALL new clients, not just 1 per human, the Complimentary Spa Package offered on her website. I can't speak for the dogs but they smelled wonderful and they looked so cute when I picked them up. I will be recommending this place to everyone I know who has pets. See my before and after pics :) read more

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DELMAR DOGGIE DESIGN NEARLY KILLED MY DOG. My dog's quality of life substantially declined after his first visit to this groomer. For 10 years while we lived in Texas my dog never had any issues at his groomer. After moving to St. Louis and choosing this place, Christina (the owner), decided to feed my 10-year-old poodle without my permission because she thought he looked underweight. Christina then attempted to conceal the fact that my dog had been vomiting shortly after he was given food she described as being soaked in hot water. Minutes after my dog returned home from his grooming appointment he began to throw up all over the house. When I asked Christina why she felt it was okay to feed my poodle without my permission or knowledge of his medical history, she could only discuss the number of years she'd been a groomer. An experienced groomer would never feed your dog. Christina lacks empathy and is negligent, she assumed the role of a veterinarian and my dog's life has changed forever. I'm sharing my experience, so this doesn't happen to your cherished pet. I read the reviews on Yelp and decided to use Delmar Doggie Design--that was a huge mistake. There are many respectable pet groomers in St. Louis, this isn't one of them. read more

Delmar Doggie Design - A picture of my poodle before Christina tried to kill him. - Pet Groomers Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

I'm new to this area and am testing out groomers for my two big pups. Both dogs came out looking good, a bit on the clipped-too-short side, but a couple weeks later they now look really cute. The staff was professional and, except for their bad phone connection, everything was fine. The price was on the high side ($100 and $125)--one dog was scissored and not sheared with clippers, I can't explain why because she looks just like a cut she had from PetSmart (not the one in Brentwood)! I think I'll look around a bit more before deciding. read more

Love taking #theterrierist here. Christina the owner is the only person in the area that hand-strips wire haired dogs. I'm so thankful for her willingness to keep a dying art alive. Sarge loves her. Wags his tail when we pull up. Her staff is friendly and helpful. They always call to remind me the day before his appointments. She's been very helpful in teaching me about the hand stripping process to take care of his fur. Whether you show or have a pet she's AMAZING. read more

This groomer took the time to answer not one but multiple emails. No canned responses but actual detailed answers to my questions. I emailed multiple groomers in the area and this was the only one that responded. The building is nice, right off the loop so you have something to do while you wait. Great advice on my puppy and she did a fantastic job. I'll be coming back for sure. read more

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I brought my dogs for their first groom there today and they were taken care of very quickly and the groomers were very thorough. The location is very convenient and I hope to see them again soon for updates. I don't want to let my boys out in the yard right now because they might not appreciate the hard work in their coats! read more

This place is the absolute best!! Christina was so sweet with my dogs and they just loved her! She was attentive to them and let them share a crate when they could. They looked the best they have ever looked after a groom! Great staff, location and grooming...worth every penny! read more

They took very good care of my dog. Gave him the teddy bear hair cut (which is a harder Hair cut in my opinion but they nailed it) They were extremely knowledgeable and very kind to my dog. We will definitely be coming back. read more

Let me tell you, Cristina is just wonderful and she is just full of knowledge about ur babies. It was a pleasure meeting her. Kalina did the grooming and they look fantastic, thank you Kalina. Definitely coming back. read more

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Delmar Doggie Design is a wonderful place to take your pets for grooming. My older dog used to be scared to get groomed prior to going there and since taking her to DDD she runs to the door with excitement every time. My puppy has just started being groomed and they have done an awesome job getting her used to being handled. The groomers are very knowledgeable about animal behavior, caring and loving my dogs, and they look GREAT after every visit. Overall an excellent local business for dog grooming! read more

I came in recently to have my dog groomed and was very disappointed. The woman at the front was very nice but failed to ask if this was my first time getting my dog groomed, which became an issue. I was told my doggie would be ready by one but was not ready until close. They also failed to brush my doggie's teeth since there was not enough time. I was told that my dog should have been brought in on a less busy day since it was my dog's first time. Which I gladly would have done had she asked me on the phone if it was my dog's first time. They did groom my dog but claimed that they were unable to trim because there were so many matted areas. That the trim would "not be the best display of my grooming skills". They asked if they could shave my dog and I was hesitant but figured they knew best. When I got my dog, the shave was a bit of a shock and they had given my dog a "lion's tail" which I found cute but would have liked to have been asked about it. The place could much improve and I have taken my dog's business elsewhere since. read more

One of our dogs had never let anybody cut his nails. He had to be taken to the vet and sedated. Then we found this wonderful place, where they fostered a trusting relationship with him, and performed a miracle!!! They are very caring, friendly and professional. Best grooming place in town!!! read more

Christina and her team are Awesome. Our soft coated wheaten terrier never looked better. And they were generous with tips for grooming at home. Definitely will be returning. read more

In June 2012, I had moved from IL to St. Louis and needed to find a new groomer for my little yorkie, Dyson! I had been used to getting him groomed every two weeks so he was used to grooming, but still being a puppy, I was nervous how he would transition. I stopped in randomly to check out the place to scope it out. The random stop in made me feel so good as they were so accommodating to show me around and see how clean the facility was! They do not hide anything! :-) I am one of those over protective dog moms and Miss Christina made me feel so comfortable I made an appointment for later that week. We chose a day that the place wouldn't be as busy to help make his transition better. My little guy has never looked so good, smelled so good, or had such a positive experience with a groomer. She took the time to make sure he looked great and did everything I asked for. She was so knowledgeable and took the time to point out that one of the reason's he may be tearing up was from a tooth problem (which she noticed he had not lost one of his puppy teeth yet, but his adult tooth had come in!). At Christmas she gave a complimentary blueberry facial and ever since my Dyson begs "mommy" for them as they make him a hit at doggie daycare! You gotta check this place out! I'm lucky to have her be so close! Thanks DDD! :-) Woofs and Wags! read more

I have two female dogs. They are both sweet & funny but, one of them is extremely shy and the other had a bad experience at another groomer. I am also kind of a high maintenance customer. The ladies at Delmar Doggie Design were sweet, funny, understanding and so kind. They all knew that I was hesitant about leaving my big girl (a Newfie/Golden Mix) with anyone after a bad grooming experience at a local big box pet store. They took pictures and posted them to Facebook so I could keep track of them and ease my own anxieties. It helped me immensely. When my girls were finished, they called me immediately (per my request!) to let me know I could come and get them. Upon my return to pick them up, my girls were calm and in good spirits. They exhibited *ZERO* anxiety. In fact, my Newfie mix (the more outgoing of the two, was having fun and playing with one of the groomers. My shy girl was calm and showed no signs of being fearful in the very least. I trust very few people with my dogs but, this group of ladies is WONDERFUL! They take a great deal of pride in their work and in their work environment. The place is clean, well maintained and very well organized. They don't just bring your dogs to the store front when you come to pick them up, they take you back into their work area and go over what they did and tell you about any things they find might be of concern to you as an owner. This is a really great little shop. They truly care about the animals they groom and are extraordinarily considerate of pet owners and their feelings/anxieties. Additionally, they are very diligent about getting vaccination records from you UPON ARRIVAL. I've been to groomers that don't even ask. That's irresponsible and horrifying. Delmar Doggie Design should definitely be on the top of your list when looking for a groomer in the greater St. Louis area, you'd be hard pressed to find another pet salon that cares as much as they do AND does a good job in a clean and open environment! Thank you, Delmar Doggie Design, for being a trustworthy, caring and talented bunch of ladies! Sincerely, Monica (dog owner) Sister Mary (Newfie/Golden Mix) Houdini (Basset/Boxer Mix) read more

So nice and knowledgeable! She did a great job on Grizzly, we will be bringing him back :)

I love it here. The groomers are very attentive and talented. The owner's love of animals is evident. Cute place, good prices!! Definitely recommend read more

I brought my two pups to Christina and her team for the first time yesterday and could not be happier with the results. First of all, they were given a fabulous wash and trim. Their coats are soft and shiny and they smell wonderful. They are both older dogs and somehow she has made their paw pads look young and soft again. One of my dogs has skin allergies but his skin was so much improved after his grooming. Christina also informed me of a health issue that I was not aware of, which is very appreciated. To top it off, they both received a holiday toy which made them very happy. I also like that they are walked by the staff and given water and I did not have to leave them there all day. I did pay a little more for this service than at my previous groomer, but it was well worth it. I will definitely return. read more

The best grooming my dog has ever had. We visit from PA periodically and we've had our dog groomed there twice. Christina and her staff are amazing. Not only does the dog look great, but he seems happy when we've picked him up. Normally, he's stressed out by grooming. Can't say enough good things about this shop. Will take the dog there for grooming whenever we're in town. Rates are reasonable. Results are outstanding. read more

I had a great experience bringing my two dogs here. They give you options for different styles for your pets, and have excellent customer service. They have a variety of options and prices, adding no pressure to get the most expensive. The owner, Christina is very knowledgeable and friendly. She even introduced me to the other stylist, Cassandra, that was working that day. She was also very friendly and talented. My dogs seemed comfortable there, too. Christina crated them together which most likely made my younger dog feel safe. I would really recommend this grooming establishment, and my pups already have a next appointment set up. read more

I have a rare dog breed -a Pumi- and had bad luck with groomers who showed little understanding in how he should be groomed nor were they interested in researching how to groom a Pumi. I discovered Delmar Doggie Design through a coworker and I couldn't be more thrilled! They actually researched the breed and consulted with top master groomers! The result was a show quality cut and he is adorable! Thank you to Delmar Doggie Design, especially Marie, for an awesome experience! read more

They did a fabulous job on my Sheltie!! I am nervous about taking her anywhere as she is a timid little girl, but they soothed my nerves as well as hers. :) I have been getting compliments from everyone that has seen her and they want to know where I take her. I swear she is even prancing more because she knows she's so pretty. Thank you to Christina and her whole staff for making my little girl even more beautiful!! read more

Best ever grooming experience ever....my dog has been transformed. We will be going back and back till one of us expires. He got fifteen minute of fame too.....he is the cute cocker spaniel in the pics....my baby is famous...!!!!!!..:).....love you gals....Jan & Biscuit read more

I hate to leave bad reviews for small business especially during COVID19. But I had a disappointing experience. I made an appointment for my dog at 7am on a weekday. I had to call myself to check when his appointment was because I didn't receive a reminder call or any form of communication to remind me when the appointment was set. Fortunately I called because his appointment was THE NEXT DAY. the following day I received a call because it was 730am and the lady was so nice over the phone when I explained I was running late. I told her I lived 2mins away so I would bring my dog ASAP. She agreed and told me she would run a little later with him since I was bringing him later. I told her that was fine. I get to the salon after waking up in a panic and she tells me she can't take him. The only thing that I can think that changed in the 7mins of the phone call was that she saw my skin color and decided that she didn't want to take him anymore. I regret not making a backup appointment with another groomer now. So much for customer service. PetSmart would NEVER! read more

My first experience at Delmar Doggie Design and it was great. The shop is very clean and organized and the owners are dedicated, skilled and conscientious. My pup is a mixed breed with a lot of long hair and she was carefully trimmed to perfection. I was shown all the methods and given great grooming advice. We will be returning and I highly recommend DDD. read more

Great service, and a great cut! My pup is happy, and looking great. Will definitely be coming back

We switched over to Delmar Doggie Design after the only groomer we had was retiring - thankfully, the change has been seamless and we love the staff, especially Christina! Our golden was welcomed with tasty treats and after 2 weeks, still smelled like a spa dog...plus, her coat was soft and shiny for at least 10 days! read more

I recently adopted a dog named Mandi and she was in need of some major grooming. I have a job in the CWE so i decided to try out Delmar Doggie Design. The owner Christina is a true animal lover at heart and she took such good care of my girl. i have never been so pleased with dog grooming in my life. Mandi was shedding alot and they really took care of that with the de-shedd system, I could tell Mandi was truly loved and taken care of while there. She even had a few stitches in her belly that hadnt dissolved from being spayed which Christina lovingly removed. I cant say enough about DDD will be back every 4 weeks!! read more

Delmar Doggie Design is all around absolutely wonderful! The owner is truly passionate and knowledgeable about dog grooming. She welcomed my dog in as if he was her own pet and made him feel completely comfortable. She did an exceptional job at grooming my dog! I will continue to bring my dog there from now on. read more