After several disappointing experiences elsewhere we finally found our go-to grooming spot! The team here really understands anxious pets - they gave our nervous pup special attention and offered a quiet space to help her feel comfortable. However she didn't need it and was able to roam with the other dogs at the spa. Special shout out to Vee (Vi?)! She was super attentive and took the time to understand our preferences and make sure we were on the same page about the style we wanted. When we got home, our dog was her usual playful self (at other places, she'd come home stressed and subdued). It's clear they treated her with patience and care. The results were exactly what we hoped for! We've made this our regular salon. read more

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The staff was friendly at drop-off. Unfortunately the haircut was horrible and the follow-up was frustrating. After the terrible groom my partner was told to come back for a they would fix it for free. She scheduled the appointment pointing out that she wanted the complimentary service (see photo) and when I picked her up they told me it was roughly $125. I told them I had a free service and they saw that in the system but that's not what they did. I overheard the lady behind the counter whisper that we were willing to pay the difference even though it is their fault . At that point I was unwilling to pay but my partner was at work and had already paid the entire amount online so that I did not have to have any issues. They reached out to the owner and we were assured that she would reach out to us and fix it. My partner reached out to Jodi (the owner) and she did not respond. This was in February and it is now May. I waited to post this in hope that I wouldn't have to because they would make it right. I understand that the groomer needs to be paid because the work was completed but their mistake shouldn't have been my problem. Oh I forgot to mention how we came about the complimentary service. The original cut was HORRENDOUS (see photo) my partner wrote a review about it and they offered us a complimentary bath and tidy to take it down. She agreed and removed the review(shady). All I want is my partner's money back. This review did not need to be posted but I hate that fact that we were taken advantage of by this business. read more

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First time taking my dog for grooming. It may work for some people but not for me. The place could be tidier and being crate free means dogs of all sizes are roaming around. My concern would be that my dog can catch something . They checked just for rabies vaccination. The groomer cut more hair than what I requested. She was nice though. Because it's a small place it got chaotic when multiple customers arrived at the same time . No parking available , people were double parked on the street. read more

We've been taking pur older mini schnauzer here since he was a puppy (he's almost 3 now) and got the worst groom at another salon in Arlington. This place has been amazing for him. He loves his groomer, Sung! Now our new puppy also started coming here. Sung is so patient with her given that she's new to grooming. Schnauzers have a particular cut and Sung does it so well with our dogs. If you have a mini schnauzer, definitely ask for Ms. sung as your groomer! read more

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Head to Tail spa took me in for a same day appointment for my pup, which I was surprised given how difficult it is to secure a grooming appointment in Old Town. Chewie looked very nervous and hesitant to go in, which may have been due to a recent unrelated experience to this locale. I definitely appreciated that they let the dogs roam and socialize while they wait for their turn. When it was time to pick Chewie up, I arrived to the best haircut he has ever had in a long time. He was a literal fluffball with very soft hair. The groomer nailed the look, though next time i may ask them to take a little more off from his head. The one reason I can't give 5 stars: I had asked to have his glands expressed, which they did. However, they left him with a streak of the fluid that comes off from the glands that dried up with his coat near his tail. I had to thoroughly wash that area when I got back home, which is a bummer for having paid a $150+ service. I probably will be going back, but if I do make sure this isn't something I miss before I leave. read more

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Butter and I always receive outstanding professional customer service at from Head to Tail spa. His groomer. Vee, is remarkable and Butter gets very excited as soon as we pull up in front of the store. Vee, does a wonderful job, especially when she paints his tail different colors. He gets a lot of compliments, which works well with his loving personality because he loves to show off. I would recommend. read more

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Love this doggy spa. A week later and my pup is still fresh, his itching is way down, and his fur is delightfully soft. I had to reschedule at the last minute and the staff were so helpful. They even reached out the next day to make sure he was feeling OK. Definitely recommend! read more

Prime looks so gorgeous after her first spa day at From Head to Tail! I almost didn't recognize her. The staff and groomers are pros. I've already scheduled her appointment for 8 weeks in May. read more

$130 for a 7 lb dog to be groomed is absolutely ridiculous. $160 with a tip. I had already given her a bath and she was completely combed out. They did not grind her nails. The most I've ever paid is $65. I can only assume the cost is so high because in July they cut back on the number of dogs the groom per day. I saw this on their website before leaving this review. There is no way in 2025 a business is willing to lose money. Shame on me for not asking for the price before I left my dog. read more

We have been taking our Satch to Head to Tail since moving to Arlington. They do an amazing job and go above and beyond to keep him looking his best. Issac has been his regular groomer and will be missed read more

From Head to Tail Spa - Satch after his Bath & Tidy. - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

This was THE worst experience I've ever had. Not only did they laugh at my husband on the phone (who has a speech impediment) but if you check it says they're closed at 8 am on Mondays (on Apple Maps) and when I called to confirm they were open, I was yelled at and told they "were clearly open I picked up the call" to which I then was told it would be a $100 late fee if we were within 5 minutes late. read more

Wanted to share a quick review as we have been so happy with Vee. We have taken our tiny and shy rescue puppy Boji to see her 3 times now. At first we were nervous that he would be overwhelmed by the busy environment, but he has always come back with positive reports and an awesome cut. In fact, he always wants to stay and play with his new dog friends after. We appreciate Vee taking the time to ask us what we want before each cut, and always handing back a happy and handsome boy! read more

From Head to Tail Spa - Boji a few weeks after his groom, still looking great! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Koffee's usual groomer had taken holiday time off when we had to travel on short notice for a funeral, so we wanted to get her a nice haircut before hitting the road. I reached out to Head to Tail Spa on a Sunday evening, expecting someone to get back to me the next morning or afternoon but I was surprised and delighted to receive a call back and email within a few hours of submitting my appointment inquiry. Jodi seemed so compassionate and attentive to my senior B's particular needs with consideration to her having intermittent IVDD flare ups that could be triggered with someone dropping or mishandling her. Jodi was a real gem through our communications and squeezed us in for a last minute appointment with Katie that gave Koffee a phenomenal haircut. We were so thrilled when Koffee did not seem at all stressed or frazzled at pickup and truly looked forward to treating her to a Thera-Clean microbubble bath ahead of Summer when her skin allergies are most prevalent. When I called to schedule Koffee a second visit at H2T spa, I didn't exactly experience the same warm and fuzzy feeling I had initially and was pretty leery about a waiver / release of liability I was asked to sign. Once again, much to my surprise this business' owner took time from her very busy schedule and reached out personally by phone call, direct message, and on this platform to address my concerns and went above and beyond to ensure I knew H2T spa's typical customer service and pet handling standard is the exceptional experience we'd first encountered. Everyone is entitled to having an "off day" or an "off moment" and with the awesome execution of grooming this place nailed on their first try for my "little B," it truly sets this business as one of the most outstanding in the area to be as busy as they typically are, but still prioritize each client and pet's individual experience in a manner that they want you to come back enough to extend multiple efforts to ensure that you will. Jodi is very passionate about her business and customers' experience which was reflected in our first impressions and further illustrated through her advising that she and her team will be reviewing and potentially updating the waiver / release for senior pets and ones with pre-existing health conditions for it to include language that is as pet-owner friendly as possible and not as unsettling as the one I initially received. I would look forward to bringing Koffee back for a Thera-clean micro bubble bath with the different release and I also highly recommend Katie as an awesome groomer for anyone with a senior pet or that would like a flawless poodle cut for a fur baby that might need a couple breaks with a back or leg condition commonly found with this breed. read more

My 3-month old cockapoo had her first groom at From head to Tail Spa with Chat, and she came back SO soft and fluffy. I LOVE the shampoo Chat used, and probably cuddled my pup more than she liked for it! We did the full groom, which includes nail trim and file, ear cleanse, pad trim and haircut. The haircut was exactly the length we wanted, and our pup came back so happy and relaxed. Jodi is super friendly and communicative. From the initial consultation to booking an appointment to timely reminders and drop-off/pick-up instructions, I knew my pup was in good hands. I was anxious as it was my first time dropping off my puppy, but there was absolutely no reason to be! read more

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Both my dog and I love this place. The best! Kind, efficient, and really good at what they do.

I can't wait until post-COVID because my biggest complaint is having to wait outside in line in the cold for 10-20 minutes in the morning for drop off, and there's limited parking. I'm not going to whine that much though because it's not like any of us can control a virus and we all need to do what's best to ensure the health of staff and ourselves. But. Don't forget your scarf. Other than that, no complaints about the actual service and results! Bernie looks so fluffy and smells so nice after his visits. I'm only sad I ever bought bandanas because we're slowly gathering a collection now, haha. I plan on continuing to use this groomer. Their cage-free, open floor plan system is the best option for my anxious old man. Plus, I have had great experiences in terms of clear communication about procedures, pricing, scheduling, and pickup. Kayla has been really helpful at the desk. read more

From Head to Tail Spa - Looking like a floofy million bucks after a wash and sanitary trim! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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I hope people seeing this review take a few things away: 1.) Integrity and Accountability matter. The owner has neither. If you have a bad experience and post a review, expect her to try and intimidate you into deleting it and retaliate by posting your personal info online rather than take accountability or use the feedback to make corrections. Just look at the 1-3 star reviews. 2.) Suggestion: Read the description of ALL services before you go inside and have it handy when talking to the groomer. 3.) Expect to NOT be given an accurate estimate, then to be hit with a bill for a minimum of $110 for minimal, shoddy, work. This price doesn't include a full haircut (*per the owners own comments below). 4.) Most importantly, find another groomer- an ethical one. This one is anything BUT ethical. --- In Response to the owner's comment on my review--- Jodi, first and foremost, the "bath and tidy" was not described as ONLY pads, sanitary area, and face. I asked for a full groom and it was offered a scissor trim as an alternative to a clipper trim. It was my first time at your spa, so I only had the comments from the groomer to go off of. In your defense, a bath and tidy is clearly defined on the website- unfortunately I went in for a full groom and during the discussion with the groomer she recommended it, without describing it as such, and I didn't know any better. Had I known his body would be left untouched, I would have opted for a full groom. In the future, it would be helpful it's made clear to customers, especially new customers, that a bath and tidy will not clean up any of the body. I emailed photos of his nails because to leave them in that condition SHOULD be unacceptable and I thought at the very least, a manager or owner had a right to know that it was happening.. It is disingenuous to try and make it sound as if you reached out several times with no response. You reached out, I responded. Every time. I noticed you failed to include in your response below that I was willing to come back in but did not want the same groomer. You were unwilling to have another groomer take care of my dog, so I too, am disappointed that it couldn't be resolved- especially since asking for someone else take care of my dog didn't seem unreasonable. I'm disappointed that your response attempts to make it sound as if my feedback on his "haircut" (and lack of) was an afterthought. Perhaps you forgot that I brought it up to you right away when you texted me in response to my email. But it is also disingenuous to make it seem like the displeasure with his "haircut" in my review was not part of our original discussion. Bummer that you couldn't put as much energy into "making it right" as you did in trying to save face with your response to my review. ---ORIGINAL REVIEW--- I took my 5mo Goldendoodle to "Head to Tail" for a couple reasons. First, because of all the great reviews and second because I read they don't crate the dogs before & after. I requested a full groom and asked how much it would cost. I was told based on the size and age it would likely be between $110-$140 but I would get a better sense once I talked to the groomer when I brought him in. I told the groomer I didn't want him shaved or really short, but trimmed, cleaned up, and his nails cut. She told me on the longest setting clippers would leave 1/3" of hair and recommended a "bath and tidy" which she explained as a trim. I presumed based on the discussion and the fact that I asked for a full groom, that "trim" meant all over. I received a text when he was done with an invoice that I stupidly paid in advance. When I picked him up, I was HORRIFIED! He had a hideous bowl cut and none of his hair trimmed. They charged $110 for a face and sanitary trim for my puppy when the $110 quote I was given was for a full groom. His nails were split and ratty, like the clippers used were dull or the groomer wasn't paying attention. The owner texted and offered to "make it right", but only if I used the same groomer that did the hack job on my pup. Stay away from this place. read more

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I took my pup here due to the free range (cage free environment), and recommendation from the VCA as well as a couple of friends. My pup did have a good experience the first go around, however the second go around was not pleasant for us, not the dog. There is one thing I don't appreciate is how we asked nicely not to shave our dog straight through or at least leave a couple of inches. However, I don't appreciate that the owner while educating us on how we should handle our pups grooming felt extremely belittling, and just plain disrespectful. To be clear, I have nothing against the groomers whatsoever, they were fantastic, and actually kind to us when recommending the shave. But the owner came in and went way too far.. I can't go back to place with an owner that comes off rude when educating people, and I believe the individual does not recognize how they speak to people. read more

I absolutely recommend this location. The customer service is outstanding and a Grooming Experience is wonderful. A good friend of mine recommended this location to I have been a fan ever since. read more

Head to Tail is the only place we've taken our boxer pups for grooming and nail trims since we've been in the area. They are friendly, accommodating, and do top tier work. If you are in search of the same, look no further! Our boxer Macaroon has major anxiety when it comes to nail trims and the staff are so kind to her and miracle workers giving her a perfect nail trim each time. Macaroon won't go anywhere else for her manicures! I would highly recommend Head to Tail for these reasons. read more

We've taken our German shepherd puppy, Zuko, here twice to get his nails cut. Both times they have fit us in within 24 hours from requesting the appointment. We've had trouble cutting his nails previously and the receptionist gave us great tips to train our puppy. We love the service of the staff and socialization for our puppy! read more

I went to a few different dog groomers before deciding on Head to Tail. They are thorough and efficient. My dog needs to bathed with a medicated shampoo which they accommodate without batting an eye, and their staff is friendly and clearly love dogs, coming up with their own fun nicknames. Great groomer and well priced. read more

So wonderful, from start to finish! Our pup Lance (short-hair boxer-mixed breed) has previously shown anxiety and leash aggression around other pups. It's mostly due to lack of socialization. But we've been working super hard on it. Needless to say, the staff was more than accommodating when I called. I told them all about Lance and they were able to get us in within a day for grooming (including shampoo, anal glands, and nails). They also used hypo-allergenic shampoo because he tends to have itching. They let us come in for the first appt. of the day when it would be quieter. And, although the pups stay off leach and open range in the spa, they had a kennel for Lance to lessen his interaction with the other pups. Lance was so happy when I arrived to pick him up. He seemed to fair well, despite the somewhat noisy environment - even with all the pups out and about! He came out proudly showing off his cute new patriotic neckerchief. I truly credit the staff with their openness and willingness to give Lance a chance. I'm sure their confidence and comfort with the animals makes all the difference in the world. We'll definitely be back for future spa visits! Thank you!! read more

Head to Tail has great and friendly customer service! Right when we walk in, the receptionist greets us so warmly! Rashad has been our requested groomer for the last couple of visits and he is fantastic! They keep record of the style, cut, length, special notes, etc. on file to refer back to (I love this attention to detail.) My 2.5 year old cockapoo was a bit nervous but Rashad's calm and caring demeanor helped Oliver feel safe. On top of that, Rashad took a video during Oliver's stay to reassure us that he was in good spirits! Oliver enjoys his social time post grooming where the dogs get to play together under supervision. Paying through their online invoice system makes checkout so easy and efficient. Thank you guys for taking care of Oliver! read more

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They do a great job with both of my dogs. Perfect miniature schnauzer cut. Appointments are easy to get and pick up times are accurate.

This was Maddy's 2nd time EVER to a groomer. My mom's Shih Tzu is a rescue dog and is still a bit skittish and probably a drama queen if you really want to know the truth! I wanted to support a local business during this COVID19 pandemic and was so pleased to see they are following very strict rules and guidelines which were discussed with me over the phone. Why Maddy and I loved Head to Tail: -Professional and courteous staff and the owner was on hand which I liked. -Cost was reviewed and they had sent a questionnaire (first timer) that asked for rabies proof - awesome - safety first. -they listened to me about Maddy's quirks and promised to take great care of her. They asked how much she wanted cut and even include nail clipping too! -They gave me a time estimate and then texted when there was 30 minutes to pick up - very helpful. -Maddy looked like a new dog and half her weight! she looked beautiful and she knew it - smelled great and had a new bandana - we chose a colorful one for her. Really a fantastic experience and highly recommend Head to Tail Spa! read more

From Head to Tail Spa - Maddy in the car, happy with her new wash & cut! check out her new bandana too! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Today was my pup's 2nd visit to From Head to Tail Spa and we are so glad one of our friends recommended this place when our regular groomer was impossible to book. Nothing like seeing your pup so neatly groomed and happy when you pick him up! Jodi made booking/drop off/pick-up very easy and it's great to know that shop and their staffs are taking great measurement with current pandemic going on. My pup was groomed by Angela and she did a great job listening to our needs and boom! There's a handsome pup who isn't so hot anymore. read more

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Appreciative that the owner Jodi could fit me in the week I called but beware this groomer is pricier than the best groomers in Alexandria & DC. Won't be going back . I have a 14.5 pound bichon poodle mix that I recently adopted and they charged me 130.00 (not including tip). Owner & groomer said it would take approx 2 hours (he was matted a bit having such curly hair) and I got a call one hour later that he was done. About $150 for a one hour service. Fast forward 3 months . Yesterday I got my dog groomed in beautiful Naples, FL and he was ready in 2 hours , what they had told me upfront. He looked stunning . Paid $80 + tip . Now that's reasonable! read more

From Head to Tail Spa - With tip it was almost $150 . - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Absolute worst experiences here. Terrible grooming and terrible customer service. I visited in March 2023 and they cut a piece of my dog's ear off. Despite mutilating my dog they charged me full price for that service... unbelievable... I finally rebooked because I just needed his nails trimmed and they argued with me saying I had booking a full grooming service though I had not. They gave me so much grief for it - it was a terrible experience all around and I wouldn't recommend these folks to anyone. read more

From Head to Tail Spa - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

We had been going to a highly rated groomer on Glebe which started off great- then the cuts started to become so uneven that I think the owner was letting an assistant (practice) on her. So after many failed attempts of trying to find a groomer that was really trained and gentle. also one that was cage free- We happened upon Head to Tails.. Finally, an upbeat shop that employs professionals that enjoy their talent and take pride in their work. Happily we have found our go to Doggy Spa. read more

From Head to Tail Spa - Daisy May LOVES Head to Tail Spa - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I took Zoey to From Head to Tail Spa to get her first groom and Isaac did an amazing job! The staff was very friendly and put me at ease as this was her first groom and I wasn't sure how she would do. They said she did great! I asked Isaac to leave her long which he did. Her trim was cute, her fur was so soft and she smelled so good. I already booked our next appointment! read more

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The design of this shop is great. No crates and open space for the pups. We have been twice and have had great experiences with Greyson. He is attentive to our needs and leaves our bernedoodleWyatt looking extra handsome. We are very happy to have such a cool place close by. 7/22/20-I wanted to update this review to thank the staff at from Head to tail for taking such great care of Wyatt. He had awful Matting on his ears and Isaac did an amazing job with his summer cut. Wyatt hates getting wet and the sound of dryers so we cannot be more grateful. Thank you! read more

From Head to Tail Spa - Wyatt, one day after his haircut - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Great service!!! Our little boy Gus loves it there!!! 100% recommend. The owner and employees are alway very accommodating and helpful. You can't go wrong with this groomer! read more

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I took my 2 dogs, Benji a Miniature Poodle & Corih a "micro" Yorkie here from late 2017-2019. Jodi is super accommodating as my first appointment I called her in a panic when my groomer cancelled all of her futures grooms due to giving birth - the same week a random snowstorm hit and caused my dogs to get covered in mud and salt. I was willing to fly from NYC just for this groom as they were the only other groomer on the East Coast at the time to offer the TheraClean (which was needed greatly needed for our situation!) Jodi literally had a spot for my boys available as soon as we landed. The store was clean and she even offered for me to stay and wait (this lets me know they take great care of your animals when you are not present). She even offered to turn the heat up for me since I had left my coat at the airport because I was in a hurry. Unfortunately I had to stop going as I was having to cancel my appointments so frequently as at the time I was an Assistant to the Director of Chamber of Commerce and had to be on call. If I'm down in DC and willing to make that drive again now, I would love to take my now 3 dogs there! read more

From Head to Tail Spa - Benji & Corih looked amazing - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I took my Maltese Nugget to get groomed here for the first tine and was blown away how great everything went. The groomer was Kristen, she listened to every detail that I requested, and made Nugget look better than he has EVER looked. His hair smelled good and he was brushed out so nicely. It has been weeks since he was groomed and he is still looking great. When I first walked in, every puppy being groomed looked happy, stress free, and beautiful. I have a needy puppy that has attachment issues, so to my surprise when it was time to leave Nugget wanted to go back in. This was shocking, but I was very glad that he loved this place that much. Nugget will be returning for his next appointment before his birthday. I have attached a photo of him after I picked him up. read more

From Head to Tail Spa - Pet Groomers Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Over the past 10 years, I've taken my 8lb Maltese, Bear, to many groomers, including Petsmart and a boutique groomer in Old Town Alexandria. We never had a go-to groomer we truly trusted and would recommend until now. The experience we've had with Jodi and her team at Head to Tail is the absolute best groom and value, in my opinion. They even have a customer loyalty program where you can earn free spa treatments for your pup. The salon is a clean, modern, safe, and positive environment. Previously, he acquired gland issues and infections from being left in dirty cages at other grooming facilities--luckily, Head to Tail is cage-free and clean--and we haven't dealt with any of those issues since switching. Our go-to groomer, Gianna, is wonderful and really cares about making my fur baby look and feel great every time. She hand-grooms with scissors because she feels electric clippers can be scary for small, timid dogs like mine, which I really appreciate. She has a consultative approach, takes direction well, and implements feedback professionally. She also often has her sweet little poodle at the shop, who sometimes even sneaks in a snuggle with my usually-super-shy pup after his groom...too cute. My little guy also loves to snack on some of the free sample "cookies" after his groom :) which I believe they also have available for sale, along with a thoughtfully curated selection of dog accessories, grooming products, etc. They know us by name and are always kind and accommodating. For those who have posted about timing issues in reviews, I really recommend you communicate when scheduling (or at the very least when dropping off). They have always been honest and as accommodating as possible with me timing-wise, while still being realistic. Any time I've communicated time restraints, they've made it work not only on time, but early whenever possible, as well as offering alternate appointment options. They're also active in the community, both hosting occasional events with other local businesses, as well as participating in events like the "Dog Days" themed First Thursday celebration in Del Ray a few months ago. read more

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Just moved to the are and tried out the Head to Tail Spa with our mini sheepadoodle. They did such a fantastic job! Luna came out so fluffy, with adorable bows around her neck and on her ears. We are most appreciative, as we know she is not the easiest customer! We are so happy to have found the best dog spa! read more

Amazing!! I recently moved to the area and was nervous about sending my 12 year old Mini Aussie to a new groomer. The team at From Head to Tail Spa is simply wonderful. I'm so happy with my dogs grooming and the haircut he received. The cage-less system the have was wonderful to see; built in doggy daycare. Pricing is very affordable and a they do an excellent job for pups with dry skin and double coats. I will 100% be bringing my dog back here for continued grooming. read more

I dropped off charlie a 15 year old Bichon and they surprised me with charlie having a blue Mohawk and with match blue tail. Charlie and I now match I also have blue hair. I love it and Charlie loves all the attentions that he gets. read more

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So I am very picky on where I take my dog. And this has been the place thus far! The staff is super nice and the location looks clean and smells good too. The shop looks modern which I like. I feel bad but I don't recall who cut my dogs hair but she did an amazing job! I HIGHLY recommend these groomers!! read more