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    The Spaw

    4.6 (603 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 6:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Dog daycare

    Pet boarding

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    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.

    Kye B.

    Honestly I have no complaints, they take care of my baby each and every time. My maltipoo Ace comes home looking so handsome every time. He never wants to leave his friends at the Spaw. Oh wait I do have a complaint, the Spaw is so good they're booked and busy . That is a good sign, I didn't want to leave this review because I wanted to keep them allll to myself!!!

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    I'm not sure if take your pup here if they are anxious and not that social. Mine came back with a nosebleed.

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    Great place. Peanut is always in good spirits and well cared for. He is an older cat so we were very happy to find this place :)

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    Great place! My dog has been coming here for over three years and everyone is really nice and careful!

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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… Read more

    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… Read more

    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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