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    Paws-A-Tively

    3.9 (125 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

    Services - Paws-A-Tively

    Bath and groom only

    Full grooming

    Pet haircut

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    I went back and forth about posting this, but after having to deal with this mess, I decided I should warn someone else before it happens to them. My sweet girl Sage went here a few months ago and has been before, this was the second time and last. She almost 2 and about 30 pounds, and has never had any issues with groomers until coming here. I took a half day from work to take her and then asked how the groom went when I picked her up and was told it went great...which I then realzied was not the case after leaving her home for few hours after. I came back to her seeming very uncomfortable (wanted me to pick her up constantly and licking her underarms and bottom) then I threalized that the groomer had cut her. I also noticed that they decided to cut her eyelashes which was something no dog should have to go through. This resulted in her having to wear cone for almost 4 days until everything scabbed over. I know my dog and she is very vocal and this should have been communicated to me when picking her up. The best part was, when I called to ask what happened, the owner tried to blame it on me not brushing her out and only offered to give me $25 back from a $95+ groom... Even if a dog is matted (which she wasn't matted anymore than any other doodle would get) that doesn't mean they should come back with cuts on their arms. Quick update: Sage had a groom today (clearly, not here) and after her experience, she is now terrified of the groomer. So thank you for tramatizing my dog :).

    This is a BEFORE photo before they did this to our dog.
    Connor J.

    DO NOT BRING YOUR DOG HERE. We called ahead to book an appointment for our golden doodle puppy and were told to come by "sometime between 8am and 10am." When we arrived, they had no record we had contacted them and held our puppy there for 3 hours. We specifically asked for a wash and a nail trim and for them to NOT cut his hair. They shaved between his eyes and cut one of his nails so low he is bleeding. Absolutely furious. I called the owner to communicate this feedback and she became argumentative on the phone and told me that she already said sorry and couldn't do anything else.

    Cut paw

    Unfortunately they told me they were equipped to cut cat nails & my cat left with 0 trimmed nails & part of her paw pad cut off. She's been bleeding for hours from this incident & very distraught.

    After bath and cut. " styling" her hair by rubbing her face and head in the couch. :) We like her to have it long on the top.

    We are so happy we found such a great place to take our dog! We moved here from St. Louis and were dreading trying to find a place for our dog. We are a bit overprotective of our 8lb Chi/Pom mix. She is a hoarder rescue and is very anxious. She's been a handful for previous groomers so we are always worried (for her and the groomer). The staff at Paws-A-Tively were amazing! So kind and calm. I'm bummed that I didn't get the name of the gentleman who groomed Frankie. He was wonderful. We weren't worried at all leaving her there. They were done in about an hour and called us right away! My husband and I both commented that this is the best haircut she has had! We like the hair on the top of her head a little longer because she likes to "style it" as she has in the picture. Honestly, we couldn't be happier about our experience and are so glad we found a place we will stick with on the first try! Thank you SO much Paws-A-Tively!

    She went in looking like a dust mop, came out with a nice overall trim.

    I had my two dogs groomed here for the first time today. I'm very happy with the results. My 60 lb. husky mix had a bath, extra brushing (she sheds), toenails trimmed, teeth brushed (extra $5, worth it). My 30 lb. Border Collie mix had a bath, extensive trim, toenails, teeth, and a bow! $145 for both dogs in line with what I was told to expect. The dogs were nervous when I dropped them off but the groomers handled them in stride.

    Just back from pawsatively.    Love it!!!
    Janice J.

    I love this place! They are so friendly, prices are great and best of all they treat my dogs Barney and Betty so well. They even let them share a cage while they wait to get groomed. They look and smell terrific when I pick them up too. I'm excited about their new location on LaSalle too much easier to drop off. The sisters and the entire staff are so friendly and welcoming too. This grooming salon is the best, don't hesitate taking your dogs there, they will be in great hands.

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    I go every month or so to get my cats nails trimmed and it's so convenient and cheap. Only $15 for cat nail trimming!!

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    They do a great job and are always patient with our little guy. They love the pooches

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    This is the best place to have your dog groomed! They are efficient, welcoming and so kind to my puppy.

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