PET ESSENTIALS was THE BEST! They were professional, always provided stellar customer service, and truly understood the intricacies of grooming a Scottie. My dog was always in the best hands under their care. However, things have drastically changed under the new management at PET POTENTIAL (formerly Pet Essentials) and it's been a completely different experience. We have given them numerous chances to get it right, but time and again, they have failed us in the most frustrating ways.
To make matters worse, Taylor--the groomer in charge--refused to acknowledge that she does not know how to properly execute a Scottie cut. Instead of the recognizable style we requested, my dog came home looking more like a bulldog than a Scottie! Even after showing her a clear reference photo, nothing was done properly. Her beard was shaved off, her skirt was completely lost, and she gave her a poodle tail! It's absolutely infuriating that no one in their establishment seems willing or capable of providing the right grooming for a Scottie.
Every time we requested to speak with a manager about the situation, we were given the same excuse: "The manager has already left for the day," yet every time we ended up speaking to Taylor. What's even more concerning is that Pet Potential has been without a manager for months--and that is the truth. A quick Google search confirms that they have been actively seeking a new one for an extended period. This is lie #1.
If Taylor is not qualified to perform the grooming services we expect, she should have been honest with us from the start, rather than assuring us that she could handle the requested cut. We provided clear guidance, yet what was delivered was the polar opposite. That's lie #2. The situation escalated further when Taylor argued and yelled at my wife on the phone, giving a flimsy excuse that our expectations were impossible to meet. This is utterly false--our dog has been groomed at this very establishment for years with the same expectations, and those previous groomers knew exactly how to do it. But now, we're left with an unprofessional, subpar experience.
To top it all off, Taylor refused to apologize for this disastrous grooming session or the previous ones--despite the fact that we have been more than patient and understanding with them. She still expected us to pay the full price of $75 for a grooming job that was absolutely unacceptable. The customer service here is beyond poor, and we've been subjected to nothing but frustration and disappointment.
If you love and value your pet as much as we do, we strongly urge you to avoid Pet Potential--and especially Taylor--if you want your furry family member to receive the care and grooming they deserve. The lack of professionalism, honesty, and quality service is something we can no longer tolerate. This experience has left us completely disillusioned and upset. read more