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    The Spaw

    4.5 (606 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Dog daycare

    Pet boarding

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    Sammy after his grooming :D
    Rylee M.

    Shortly after i adopted my dog Sammy from the shelter, we were looking for dog groomers in the area. What a blessing to have stumbled upon The Spaw! We were so warming greeted by Carrie and you could tell how much her and the staff love the animals and their jobs. We always felt he was in good hands. Sammy has now passed but we will always be grateful for the wonderful and kind service we received for almost 10 years.

    Best groomers EVER
    Nicole A.

    Absolutely ADORE the spaw and every single person that works there. The fact that they require a little "seminar" and test day care run first alone speaks volumes of the care everyone has for all the fur babies there. They truly put the animals first which I adore. I've learned so much from everyone there. Cannot recommend this place enough!

    Dakota loves daycare at The Spaw
    Chelsea V.

    This is the only place that I trust with my dog. For boarding. For haircuts. For dental cleanings. The only place! Carey is absolutely wonderful and truly cares about the health and well-being of animals. She is a ball of knowledge and shares that knowledge with her clients. Carey is also one of the main reasons that I switched my dog's food over to raw meat over 4 years ago and why I will continue to do so. Hands down, the best place for all dogs and cats!

    Charlie the Aussie

    My Australian Shepherd, Charlie, enjoyed a spa day and he wasn't alone. His furry friends (Rosie and Pokie) came along and they were treated like VIP guests. The team clearly loves dogs, and the pack left clean, calm, and clearly pampered.

    A few weeks after his haircut, all cute and shaggy just like I asked
    Yasmin M.

    The team at The Spaw is SO wonderful. They take such good care of my pup and deliver the service with kindness and professionalism. My doggo Benji is spending his weekdays at daycare this week and it's taken a huge weight off my shoulders knowing he's here. It's helped him socialize with other dogs, get that puppy energy out and come home for a lovely sleep! Great haircuts (and they will fix it if you're ever unhappy) and that fresh clean scent lasts much longer than when we do it at home!!! Thank you ladies for everything!

    After grooming...Pink hair don't care!
    Caroline L.

    I've been wanting to dye her hair pink and I finally did it! She looks AMAZING!! They always do a good job with the haircut and bath. I sometimes add teeth cleaning every now and then. I love the bandana and cute bow ties they add to make her look pretty!

    They always add a little bow and bandana/necklace which is a cute touch.
    KC K.

    I've been bringing my Pomeranians here for the past few years and can honestly say they do the best job. Jenn is very meticulous and is careful not to cut my pom's hair too short lest it doesn't grow back (we like the boo haircut). I've been to other groomers that have ruined my dogs coat but I always feel at ease and trust the experience of the Spaw staff. My only gripe is the price - $99+ for a full body groom which is about $20 higher than it was a year or two ago. But it's worth it anyway.

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    I always take my cats there when traveling! I like that it's not too many cat rooms like other places and they get attention.

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    Great service. They took care of my pup and made sure he is ok and well cared. I recommend you to go here !!

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    This place is underrated! They make the dogs feel comfortable and the owners as well.

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    Ask the Community - The Spaw

    How much is a dog grooming with bath & teeth brushing?My little guy is 20 lbs.

    My dog is also 20 pounds and a complete grooming is in the 71.00-76.00 range and is well worth it.

    Does The Spaw groom cats as well?

    Hello, Yes we do groom cats. The prices vary depending on type of haircut, or if there is any matting, fleas or in need of medicated baths. In addition to our grooming service, all kitties get to use the Jungle after they are all groomed. This… 

    What is the price of boarding for 1 dog? The website doesn't work on my computer or phone. Thank you!

    My experience is with baths only; however I LOVE The Spaw. Everyone on the staff cares about the doggies. I have taken my 14+ year old lab for her baths for a few years. I have such a comfort level when I leave her there. They are very… 

    What's the price of daycare?

    WOULD NEVER TAKE MY DOG HERE AGAIN . VERY INCONSISTENT. BUTCHERED HIS HAIRCUT. SLANDERED ME WHEN I GAVE AN ACCURATE REVIEW ON YELP. THEN GOT PUSHED TO NOT RECOMMENDED

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    Review Highlights - The Spaw

    I trust Carrie and her team with my dog's life and Carrie has personally helped my dog's skin and gut issues.

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    Amazing grooming service--so gentle, detailed, and professional. My little guy looks and feels his…read morebest! Highly recommend!

    I was recommended to go here by a friend of a friend. This…read morewas my pups first grooming experience. Making the appointment was easy enough. The pricing is by weight of the dog. They ask for vaccinations records and need the 6month shots before they take your dog in. The reception area looks like a spa. It's clean and pleasant. There is a gate by the front door so dogs can't run out onto the street if the door opens. Unfortunately you cannot see into the grooming area. They keep the door shut at all times and there is no viewing window which is different to what I've seen at other places. To me this was a red flag. I told the lady at reception what i wanted and she translated in to the groomer. The entire grooming experience was done very quick, they took an hour and a half. Is this a good thing? I thought so. Until I saw my dog. The cut was uneven and choppy. His face didn't have a good finish. He had been nicked with the shaver in a few spots and had blood. His nails had not been cut. And he was dirty!! I actually called back to ask them because I genuinely thought they forgot to wash him! She didn't acknowledge anything I had to say or check with the groomer. She claimed everything was done and he's clean. She wouldn't listen to the fact that when I rubbed a wipe over him the white wipe was brown! I could see bits of white fur all over his black coat. It was gross. She said you can wash him again if you like! We had to wash him again at home and I re-cut his mouth area myself. Disappointed with their reaction to my feedback when i called so unfortunately here it goes publicly for everyone to see.

    EveryDog

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    EveryDog has the single most important part of our puppy's development, and we could not be happier…read morethat we chose the EveryPup program for our furbaby! We brought him in at 13 weeks to the EveryPup Program, where he is in a clean and disinfected facility with other safe and healthy pups and he gets training every day by Dave. Almost from day 1 we started noticing huge changes, and he matured so rapidly it's like we have a different dog! He is very calm, polite and attentive, and has been able to self-regulate so well. Dave is always available for our questions and follow ups, and he sends over progress notes and photos every day from training sessions. We also would ask him about problem behavior such as counter surfing or jumping up on people to greet, and Dave would target those specific behaviors as well. We also appreciated how fast and quickly they acted on our puppy swallowing something he shouldn't have, and immediately gave him some hydrogen peroxide to get him to throw it up, which saved us from extremely expensive and likely traumatic vet visits and possible surgery. Very grateful! Every day we pick up our puppy he is so happy from a day of playing and getting love from all the staff, and is tired and ready for some cuddles and naps when he gets home. The staff here are so caring and really love each dog, I trust them to take care of our puppy. Highly recommend!

    I was visiting from Southern California and stopped in the store just to use the bathroom. Such a…read morecute store! The worker was so warm and friendly. So many unique items. They had a good selection of MLB neckerchiefs that easily attached thru his collar that I ended up buying a Dodger one for my dog.

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    Great grooming and bathing services. Have been coming here for 5 years+ for both my dogs. They do a…read moregreat job with our corgis with shaping them and making them nice and clean. Very friendly staff as well, have never had an issue. Here is Harper after a bath below!

    ALERT TO DOG OWNERS…read more PAW SWEET PAW JAMBOREE -- IRVINE Was your dog boarded at Paw Sweet Paw Jamboree in Irvine between Tuesday, July 14 and Saturday, July 18? If so, and your dog subsequently developed symptoms of Kennel Cough, also known as Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), we would like to hear from you. Symptoms may include: * A harsh, dry or "honking" cough * Retching or gagging after coughing * Nasal discharge * Sneezing * Fever * Reduced energy or lethargy Symptoms may not appear immediately following exposure. In some dogs, respiratory infections can become more serious and may progress to pneumonia requiring veterinary treatment. Our dog became ill after being boarded at Paw Sweet Paw during this period and ultimately required veterinary treatment for pneumonia. We are seeking reimbursement for the veterinary expenses we incurred. If your dog was boarded at Paw Sweet Paw during this same period, became ill afterward, and you incurred veterinary expenses that Paw Sweet Paw has refused to reimburse, please contact us. We are interested in hearing from other affected dog owners and discussing the possibility of pursuing reimbursement through legal action in California Superior Court.

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    I recently found myself on a mission to pamper my dog after her mobile groomer was unavailable for…read morea while. She definitely needed some TLC! After reaching out to several grooming places for quotes, one place stood out--they called me back promptly after I expressed my interest, and they offered a fantastic first-time customer discount, which I thought was a wonderful touch. I took my dog there, unsure of what to expect but hopeful. To my surprise, she seemed incredibly comfortable with the groomer right away, which is unusual because she's typically a bit skittish around new people. I was amazed when she walked over to the scale on command and actually sat down--a feat she rarely accomplishes with anyone other than me! I explained exactly what I wanted, dropped her off, and to my delight, I received a call much sooner than expected saying she was ready. When I picked her up, she looked absolutely fabulous! I did ask for a little touch-up in one area--a tidy-up for her bottom--and the groomer took care of it without any fuss. The best part? My dog was so calm and relaxed with the groomer. Given some past horror stories with other groomers, I couldn't believe how smoothly everything went this time. It was pure joy to see her happy and stress-free when I brought her home. While the prices felt a bit steep, I realized that having my dog groomed without the anxiety for her is totally worth it. I can't wait to bring her back for another pampering session!

    Took my dog in to get cleaned after a dirty but fun time at the beach. the inside is fairly clean…read moreand it actually doesn't smell like moist wet dog which i think is really common. I paid 45 for a bath for my dog with trimming and ear cleaning. I will say the guy who handles the front desk is kinda difficult to communicate with and i had a lot of struggles booking over the phone. My only thing is that I am not sure if they were understaffed or overbooked but the bath for her took almost 2 hours so I was waiting in the area for a pretty long time. Her coat and skin have actually been really good since bringing her, so I'll probably be back but hopefully the wait won't be as long

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