My lab mix really enjoyed her experience at the Muddy Puppy!! The staff were friendly and very organized. My dog was clean, happy, smelled great and was completely de-shedded when I picked her up! We will definitely be back!! read more

Exceedingly polite, kind, and accommodating. Reasonable prices and our boys always come out looking amazing. Would recommend to anyone.

It's always hard to find a great groomer that you can trust your dog with. Have been going to Muddy Puppy almost one year now and my cocker spaniel Leia loves it. Jen is very attentive and great with animals. She really cares about them. Appreciate all she does. read more

Great place, super clean, great with my dogs.. the people that work there are super nice and know how to handle animals.

I used to bring my cats to Muddy Puppy when I lived in Wallingford 5+ years ago. They were always busy but Jen took the time to patiently talk to my unhappy cats and cut their nails with no issues. One of my cats almost always peed in her crate and Jen would rinse it out before putting her back in. I sent many people there for grooming needs. I brought my dog there a few weeks ago to get her nails trimmed. She has black nails, so I've always been told it's better to go to a groomer since they know how to look for the quick so they don't cut too short. My dog was terrified to walk in, which is unusual for her, but I didn't think much of it. She was brought into the back and was shaking. Jen and the guy that was working put her up on the table and didn't do anything to calm her down or ease her anxiety. I had asked if they used the Dremel for filing as our old groomer didn't use nail clippers at all but only filed her nails down, and they said yes. She cut three of the four paws without a peep from my dog, who yelped twice when she cut the fourth paw, and THEN filed them with the Dremel - not what I was expecting and probably why my dog was afraid. Jen said she had a couple of spots to put something on because she had cut the nails too short. When I brought my dog to the car, I saw the total carnage of her paws. All four paws were bleeding profusely, with at least one nail on each paw cut too short. I have a cover on the seats and it is covered in blood now. She bled on and off for the entire day and it would start to bleed again whenever she played outside or even walked on the blacktop for two days. I can't believe there was no apology for that massacre and that they charged me. I will not be going back. read more

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Jennifer and her team have done an awesome job grooming my Wheaton Terrier every time. My dog hates getting hair cut, so I'd snip her hair while she ate or have my kids hold a treat for her to distract her. It was a nightmare until my vet suggested anti-anxiety medicine for nail trimming and grooming. I gave them to my dog the night before and the morning of the grooming and then dropped her off with much trepidation and little hope for a good outcome. My jaw dropped in amazement when I picked her up! She was clean, groomed, had her nails trimmed and wasn't cowering! Jennifer accommodates my dog's hatred of the hose by using a bucket every time and says she is well- behaved! I think she's a dog whispere read more

The Muddy Puppy - Just groomed Wheaton terrier - Pet Groomers Near Me - Wallingford, Connecticut

My poor dog had been click clacking around the house for too long and we knew he needed his claws trimmed. I'm terrified to do that myself so I asked friends for recommendations and my friend (and fellow Yelp reviewer Kelly!) said she always used to come to the Muddy Puppy when she lived up here. It's in a strip mall so there's plenty of parking. They have a little grass/bush patch in front of the store (with extra doggie bags) so that was nice. (Still had to walk my little bud around the back and side of the place to get everything emptied out). When we got inside, a woman greeted me at the front desk and a gentleman immediately took my dog to the back (no wait at all!) He held my dog while another employee clipped his claws. My dog yelped several times, but I think it was out of fear since he had no injuries, and no yelping or crying after everything was done. I was watching them cut his nails the whole time (which was nice, rather than swooping him off to some back room). Best of all, it was only $5!! Super cheap and I would definitely bring my pup back for repeat visits here for his nails. Great service! read more

They always do an awesome job. This is our second time coming. Our dog had knots on the hair and I have asked them to cut the best hair cut that is best for our dog and I was so happy with the out come. Our family is so excited with his haircut. This time I made sure we set up our next appointment so we are set for next grooming. Muddy Puppy Staff thank you our Sushi. Feels so lighter and happier. read more

The Muddy Puppy - Sushi - Pet Groomers Near Me - Wallingford, Connecticut

The groomers are great and obviously like working with the dogs. We take our standard poodle puppy there and they do a great job and our puppy seems comfortable there. Their prices are reasonable as well. read more

The Muddy Puppy - Pet Groomers Near Me - Wallingford, Connecticut

This place is amazing , Ive been bringing Gizmo there for 10 years and have never been disappointed, the staff is friendly and accommodating i highly recommend them. read more

Fantastic! Polite, professional and genuinely love what they do. The dogs love them and they make the nail clipping experience a quick and easy task. With 7 Olde English Bulldogs this is an all day event when I do it myself. At Muddy Puppy I am in an out in 5 mins with each dog. It is so affordable and I can do it on my lunch break. read more

Fantastic! New to CT and loved my experience with the Muddy Puppy. They took care of both my girls. Beautiful job and so kind!

I brought my German Shepherd in to get groomed today and they did an excellent job. It was very quick too. My dog looks like a new man. I was nervous because they only have pictures of small dogs up. But they do all breeds. The price is very reasonable too. I will definitely be returning. read more

I just started going to this place and honestly I have been very satisfied with their customer service and work quality. I have 3 rescued standard poodles, they are my babies, I'm very careful where i take them to. I highly recommend this place. read more

Loved how they trimmed Benji's hair! He is a Goldador that looks more like golden retriever, so his hair is quite long. I asked for a short trim and they did it beautifully. Benji even got complimented few months after when we took him to a vet. They commented how nice he looks and how beautiful and maintained his nails are! I am taking him again next week for a fresh Christmas look! read more

EDIT Whatever CRAZY stated in her "rebuttal"??? "you need help, big time!" ******************* This "Groomer" is straight up-rude, unprofessional, uneducated and should be arrested for what She put me through (yes, THE "owner") VERY long and heinous story and not necessarily in order: 1. Brand new Shih-Tzu puppy (dream come true-truly!) 2. Dropped off at approximately 8am with the assurance of the "receptionist" that "my girl would be done by 12pm". Ok. (learn way later: "That's my mother and she would NEVER say that!" Pfffft) 3. I had lost my BOY in January ( now around Late Feb? and was struggling personally (not rude, not "pushy", none of that) and I was very transparent during my appointment setting convo. with the "receptionist" that She was precious to me...didn't want her "sitting all day just because She's so good" (yes actually TOLD that prior!) I was told "we will take great care of her". 4. My Fiancé dropped my beautiful DARLING puppy off with the assurance that we'd get a phone call "by noon". Upon arrival home, Per him: "man she's rude, no?" 5. At approximately 3:00 PM! I had still heard nothing. Really? I phoned there. No answer. (*a "business-phone" now..???) 6. At about 4:00 pm I called (shaky now). Again. No answer. No voicemail. Nada! 7. Knowing that She's on Facebook and Messenger I sent a messenger message saying (exactly this:) " Hi, ----- you can't possibly know this, but no one is answering your phone and I'm here to say that your number is not working! (Surely the reason!?????) I am getting a BIT concerned please call me ASAP. Thanks". 8. 10!! Minutes later (you guessed??? No return call) I phone again. Wait for it...... 9. And I'm quoting, verbatim: "Stop blowing up my phone!" Yes, you are reading this correctly. Word for word. 10. After I revived myself....... The details truly are too awful to even "go there" on the events that transpired before driving there. I'm about 3 mi away and I got there in UNDER ONE SECOND....I open the door and....My GIRL WAS NOT even clipped. Yep. In a CAGE ... still...DAMP! Damp. "she's SO GOOD so I left her for last. Wait. Huh!?! Once again! SO..."after 911 left"...kidding-sorta) ... and I told her to "hand me" my treasure... She actually! said "that's 45$ for the bath" Lord!!! y'all...MY BRAIN!?!?! ... Gone. I said (zero clue on the exact words but I kept my cool-ISH! ) "ok, watch Hell closely then, cuz when THAT freezes over... you MIGHT get paid!!" And I headed for the door At which time She actually came toward me (red-faced and clearly- "our of her mind"!) ... all the while SCREAMING (screaming!) "Every groomer in Wallingford knows your nuts and I'll make sure all the rest know now". Ok. Ok. Nothing more needs to be said. Ps I've been to 2 other groomers in my Life. But. Ok. Bye. I walked to my car shaking. All while listening to her bellow from her doorway. Yes. BELLOWING unintelligible rankings! ... Lastly... and It's taken me about 4-ish months to write this! However; If your reading still, you might figure out that is right about the time THE VIRUS hit. Please, I am SO VERY sorry! For ALL OF US that have lost so much. Trust me. But....I call that: K A R M A ... thanks for "listening".... read more

I have two golden retrievers who love to get messy and roll in all kinds of things. I love taking them here because they smell wonderful for days after. They even get excited about going and exhausted after a day of pampering. read more

The Muddy Puppy - Happy puppy! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Wallingford, Connecticut

What a terrible experience I had at the muddy puppy this morning. Unprofessional, unkind and disrespectful. Third time getting my poodles haircut here in a year, first cut was awful. Second was great, left blown out and poofy. I was given no maintenance tips however, and it matted fairly badly. Came in two months later, which brought us to this morning, they were TERRIBLY RUDE, I understand that it takes time to dematt, yet it it is your job, and I was willing to pay for that, if you don't like combing dogs hair, you should have gone Into a different profession. read more

Love this place however during the summer the AC should be on! Just having the door open on very hot days is not good for the pups. Other than that the staff is wonderful. read more

Awesome groomers! We are in town visiting family and I didn't have time to get our pups nails trimmed before our visit. We stopped here about a half hour before closing and they were able to do a nail grind on our dog. The prices were beyond reasonable, everyone was super friendly and the store is cute. On top of that, our dog's nails came out great AND he came out from the shop happy as a clam. Usually pawdicures are stressful for him so that was a great indicator of a patient experienced groomer. Thank you Muddy Puppy! We will be back next time we are in the area :) read more

The Muddy Puppy - Pet Groomers Near Me - Wallingford, Connecticut

So Happy Muddy Puppy was recommended to me !!! After having my Shorky get refused at 3 other Groomers for Biting & about another 5 who were not taking new clients, not being able to find anyplace to do him under anesthesia,(after getting his blood work...done ready to go) still couldn't find Anyone...Muddy Puppy took him on Got him shaved & got him in & out very Fast!! I am so grateful they agreed to give him a try!! he was deeply matted & they got him looking Great!!! THANK YOU MUDDY PUPPY!!! read more

Jen is amazing! She's very accommodating, and amazing with my cat (who can be a little nasty) and dog. Her prices are great, and she does an amazing job! Would definitely recommend her! read more

These people do s great job. That's why it's sooo hard to get an appointment. Got 2 dogs n they do s great job every time.

We used the Muddy Puppy for the first time this week after reading all the great reviews. They were able to fit us in immediately for an appointment so that was convenient! My dog looked great afterwards, she smells fantastic and has a little extra spring in her step after her doggy spa day. The price was competitive for this area but I found it odd that they don't post their prices anywhere? Also be warned that they ONLY TAKE CASH- this was frustrating because I never carry cash (who still carries cash these days? Seriously!) so I had to leave my dog there while I went off to find a nearby ATM. All together they still get a 4 because of the quality of service. We will be going back in the future. read more

The best dog grooming we know! Our standard poodle never looked so handsome before. They must have been very patient to brush out all the mates which we thought were hopeless. We really appreciate their work. Thanks. read more

I use to love this place UNTIL the 2nd time my poor Boss ( Shih Tzu) was hurt and I was NOT advised of it! Second time especially because there was blood everywhere when I placed him in my car AFTER I carried him to the car. They tried to tell me he must've been cut when I took him out and walked him to the car. I do understand accidents happen but to not report it and to find blood in the crate when I went back.... leads to me to KNOW that he must've cried or something. No way they DID NOT KNOW!!! Sooo this incident then carried over to a vet visit a few days later for an infection that he caught. HIGHLY disappointed in Muddy Puppy and we will NEVER go back... and I DO NOT recommend them. read more

They are the only place that would cut my pitbull's nails and they only charge $5! Awesome prices and people!

The sweetest most patient people. I would recommend them to anyone that is unsure as to where to bring their dog. And their prices can't be beat. read more

These guys do awesome work and are super friendly. The only drawback is they are extremely busy and my puppy is in a cage for hours while waiting to be groomed. Unfortunately, we no longer will bring her there. We assumed that if we made the appointment for 9am, that she wouldn't still be sitting in a cage a 2pm, still waiting to be groomed. read more

The Muddy Puppy is the best groomer in Wallingford! After having a horrible experience at another groomer in Wallingford (after which I was scared to bring my dog anywhere) I was so pleasantly surprised by the Muddy Puppy. They were very friendly, easy to get a quick appointment with, and gave my dog the best haircut she's ever gotten! I know many other people in Wallingford who suggest the Muddy Puppy and say that they are able to adequately handle their difficult dogs. Even though I no longer live in Wallingford, I won't take my dog anywhere else and have been driving down ~30 minutes to go back to Muddy Puppy. read more

Going downhill. I brought my puppy last summer for her first haircut and they did a great job. The front desk person is very sweet, but the groomers behind her are unfriendly and don't acknowledge you or your dog. I was satisfied with the second cut, but the third cut was not great. Her puppy cut was so lopsided around her face that I spent a lot of time trying to even it out on my own. When I brought her back for her forth cut, I told the front desk lady about the lopsided prior cut. She said ok and I guess she relays the messages to the groomers that are clearly off limits to the customers. This was my last shot and it was the worst cut ever. Chopped up and uneven. She gets a puppy cut, but it appears they used a razor instead of scissors around her face. No shape and almost shaved around her nose. Her eyelashes were even hacked off on one side. It's impossible to speak to anyone on a busy Saturday, so I called during the week. I left a message stating that I wanted to talk about my last two groomings and ask who the groomer was and if I could speak directly to them to clarify what I expected. No response. I have since heard that others who have been going longer than me have not been happy lately and that the groomers are totally rude, dismissive and don't care what you think. Pay attention to recent reviews. You may see a downword trend in the ratings. Good news is I found a wonderful new groomer in Hamden. read more

Took my dog here a few weeks ago, he seemed to love it, they were super friendly and he still looks/smells clean and they were able to comb him out so that he isn't shedding that much anymore. He is a 200 bull mastiff and he was shedding like mad. He wasn't even barking which is a good sign because normally he does when put in a cage at the groomer so he was comfortable. My only negative comment is I wish they cut his nails shorter.. we groom him/cut his nails every 3 weeks so they should have been able to take them down more. But we will definitely go back. read more

The Muddy Puppy does a fantastic job with our red mini poodle. We had some real hack jobs in the past with other groomers. He always comes out happy and looking quite handsome. The staff is incredibly nice which makes scheduling a breeze. We will continue taking our little guy here! read more

My first time using them and my puppy's first time being groomed. Great experience for both me and my dog. My dog is on the shy side with people, they greeted him gently and calmly which helped ease him in. When I picked him up, he was not stressed at all (he wears his stress), he was beautifully groomed, especially since they had to work with a shy, first time being groomed puppy. I was very pleased with the work they did on my dog and even more impressed with their prices. I have found a groomer for my dog. read more

Everyone is always great and somehow they always manage to squeeze my dog (Minion) in despite the last minute nature of my schedule. I would recommend the Muddy Puppy to anyone and everyone! read more

They are absolutely the BEST! They always treat my blind, crippled lab with such kindness and he always looks, and even better, smells great when he's done!! I would never want to take him anywhere else. read more