Nickie and Doug are fabulous! They treat every dog like their own and truly care for them. I easily get worried about my dog because I am not there to watch him, and something bad could happen to him. I would only entrust my Teddy to Nickie and Doug when it comes to grooming and dogs. It's not only because they are so knowledgable about dogs but also such kind human beings. Plus, dogs coming to Uptown Woofs are gentle and well-behaving. Last but not least, Nickie is so talented at what she does. A lot of people stop me and ask if Teddy is a show dog, and he is not! It took me several places to find a right groomer. We are so glad we found Uptown Woofs. read more

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I almost didn't submit a review because all the other ones were so glowing, it seemed redundant to add mine. But this is a very special place. The owners truly care for each individual dog AND their owners. Recently I had some exciting life changes and Nickie and Doug were so helpful in offering to fit my dog in to suit my new schedule. They send home treats sometimes and post Facebook pics of how much fun they're having. I've heard Nickie refer to their place as "grandma's house" for the dogs and it's true. The animals have fun and get pampered and treated with love. What more could you ask for?? One thing to remember: cash or check only. ;) read more

I am so very happy with how my handsome puppy (Django) looks after his visit today. He seemed to have a blast running around with the other pups and was good and tired when I came to pick him up. Nikki worked her magic with him, and he looks incredible!! She is a knowledgeable and caring business owner and I am proud to take Django to Uptown Woofs. read more

Uptown Woofs - Django before his visit to Uptown Woofs. - Pet Groomers Near Me

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I didn't personally interact with everyone at Uptown Woofs but my boyfriend did and he begged me to write a review of how awesome they were. He brought Maggie, our little poodle/terrier rescue, for her first grooming session and at the end of the day she didn't want to leave! They took out every matte from her fur without hurting her one bit. She got a bath, a little trim, and her nails clipped for only $28! For the amount of time she spent at the Uptown Woofs and for the attention to detail you can't get a better bang for your buck. read more

Fabulous groomer - loves our dogs and no crate setting - unless our puppies put themselves in a timeout!!! Our English Springer Spaniels leave with serious show level cuts!! Doug and Nikki are the best!!! Love the pictures they post on FaceBook! read more

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Love this dog saloon. They did an wonderful job with our Pomeranian, Cubby, who swears that he never had more fun, less stress and looks forward to needing to go back so he can repeat the experience. He would write his own review but he prefers to just post it on his facebook page. read more

These guys (and gals) are great! We have been searching San Diego to find a good groomer for our Scottish Terrier. For those that know Scotties, they are notoriously difficult to groom. Not only for the trick 'cut' they require, but also because they can be cranky about the whole experience. But I think after years of searching, we have found our groomer! Not only was the cut fantastic, well blended and balanced, but for the first time ever our pooch was in a good mood when I picked him up. Usually he is grumpy and ready to bolt, but he was happy and lingered in the reception area. Add to the fantastic service that they gave us a 'first timer's discount' AND a little 'welcome present' that included treats and a toy and you have a top-notch business. Uptown Groomers not only does an excellent job, they go the extra mile with EVERYTHING! One final comment, and an example of that makes them worthy of the 5-stars. When I showed up to pick up the dog, I realized I had forgotten my checkbook. They immediately said 'No Problem! Send us a check." I offered to run to the bank, pay-pal them but they just mentioned 'good karma' and told me to send a check. Keep in mind I am not a 'regular' but a first time customer. After service like that, I'm a 'regular' now! read more

Im happy to say that Uptown Woofs continues to be the groomer of choice for my dog, Monty. Doug and Nicky are the best and take extra care of my dogs special needs. I really cannot express how great they are with Monty. He loves coming here just as much as he loves going to dog park. It's pretty amazing! read more

Uptown Woofs - Mr Monty after his grooming date at Uptown Woofs. - Pet Groomers Near Me

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I am a really picky person when I choose things, such as food, vet and groomer, for my little Pomeranian Bebe. Uptown woods did extremely excellent job. You can just tell when a groomer is really care about your dog. Trust me. They are absolutely amazing. read more

We tried out Uptown Woofs this week and are so glad we did! Not only did our young Australian Shepherd get the typical wash and nail trim, but it was clear that Nickie spent a lot of time brushing and removing his undercoat -- I can tell the difference, and now that hair won't end up shed in the house. He looks great and I'm sure he feels better. I especially liked the cageless approach. Rather than the stress of the usual crate / bath / drying / intense grooming / crate protocol, friendly dogs get a closely supervised playdate and plenty of human attention mixed in with all the steps of a thorough grooming, so they can be calm and happy throughout. When I walked in to pick him up 4 hours later, he was busy playing fetch. Prices are typical, I think, for the area. I got a generous discount for being a first timer and Puppy got a goodie bag with treats and a toy. Do note that at this time, they are not accepting credit cards, but will happily take checks. read more

I took my labradoodle Cooper to Uptown Woofs today to be groomed. I am beyond happy with the care he received. They took the time to ask specific questions about his coat and how I wanted it done. Doodle coats can sometimes be tricky, but they did a fantastic job. I love the fact they dont have Cooper stuck in a crate as he waits for me to come pick him up. He had a generous dose of playtime before and after his grooming. I truly appreciated the first time discount, and the darling gift for Cooper to take home. Thanks UPTOWN WOOFS ! We are now officially regulars! read more

Me and my dog Sugar love Uptown Woofs! Sugar gets to play all day before her bath and comes home looking and smelling great! Nicki and Doug are great and Sugar is always happy, tired, and cute when I pick her up! read more

Nikki and Doug are the best. They are knowledgeable, compassionate, and lovely. They are the best for dog grooming and walking and dog sitting, too, read more

Love them! Very friendly and reasonable! They do an awesome job!! The place is so clean and pet friendly! I highly recommend them!

Took my puppy Smidge in for her first grooming--the difference was night and day! On top of doing a great job, they also provided some good advice in maintaining her coat and hygiene. Doug and Nickie were very friendly, and I could tell they were passionate about dogs. Couldn't be happier with the level of service I received, will definitely be coming back soon! read more

My little Lhasa mix, Bailey, ADORES Nickie and Doug at Uptown Woofs. Nickie and Doug are very gentle and friendly as well as professional. Nickie does a tremendous job with Bailey's haircuts. She is spot on every single time! Also, the shop is adorable and super clean, and I love that Bailey does not have to go in a cage before and after he is groomed. Instead he can play with other friendly dogs who are in the shop for haircuts or baths. If you are looking for a groomer in La Jolla, look no further than Uptown Woofs! read more

Love it! Our pup Yaxby comes back looking so good, and he enjoys running around saying hello to all the dogs while waiting his turn. Doug and Nickie are very friendly and knowledgeable, I don't worry at all leaving our pup here for a few hours. read more

Uptown Woofs is so great!! We brought our 14 year old yorkie named Chloe here and she walked out looking like a puppy again! Nickie is a master groomer and does a phenomenal job. Chloe seemed very happy and relaxed when we picked her up. The shop is adorable, clean and cage-free. It's so cute to see all of the dogs having fun and playing while they wait for their turn. They get lots of cookies and love while they're there. They even gave Chloe a goodie bag with a squeaker toy and treats! You can tell that they really care and really want the very best for your dog!! : ) read more

I am SO thrilled to have found Nickie and Doug!!! We first met at the beach with our pups...we too have a springer spaniel, just like theirs. I am a La Jolla native so I am familiar with the groomer options in town. Although I had never had a problem with our previous choice, I am THRILLED with Uptown Woofs!!! It is a calm environment, very clean, and Nickie is extremely organized, and does not take more than ten dogs per day! I love that! She listened and followed through with what we wanted done/not done. Bello was roaming freely when we got there and walked out as a very happy pup....a thorough scrub, a very reasonable price, very trustworthy groomers....I can't ask for more!!! Bello was given a sunflower toy ( haha..I am a floral designer!), that is one of his top three toys at the moment! Thank you, Nickie and Doug!!! read more

Doug and Nickie are rockstars of the grooming world! I had the privilege of getting to know the couple, and all about their fantastic shop doing blog features on La Jolla's local groomers for DogZenergy's website. They truly love their jobs, and you can see and feel it when you are interacting with them. It's awesome to see the dogs just hanging out together in their mostly open floor layout. They are incredibly knowledgable about not only the grooming world, but also dogs in general. I really enjoyed both of them taking the time explain in detail the best way to deal with shedding with my own Siberian Husky, Emmie. Your dog will have a wonderful time at Uptown Woof's, make some new friends, and come home looking gorgeous! read more

Uptown Woofs is the groomer to take your pet to. I brought my pitbull Becca to them who is having skin problems and they bathed her with her special shampoo that has to stay on for 10 minutes and then conditioner for 5 minutes. They did a wonderful job with Becca and she is looking so much better. I take her twice a week and I couldn't be more pleased with Uptown Woofs! We love you guys!!!! Thank you! read more

I decided to try Uptown Woofs for my 4-year-old Shepherd Mix because they were of a sponsor of a local 5K race. I am so glad I did. My pup is terrified of water and generally nervous, but she had a great time at Uptown Woofs and is always excited to go back. Since she gets to run around the shop with the other dogs, it is more like a combo bath-playdate. She comes home looking great and tired!! The cage-free approach is very fun for my fun for my pup. And, even better, you can just tell that groomer Nickie really love dogs. She spend lots of time with the dogs making sure they are comfortable and loved. The shop is a bit of a hike from my home in Carmel Valley, but I feel so comfortable bringing my dog there that I feel it is well worth the hike. read more

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We scheduled an appointment and came in, letting them know our requests and what may make our little cockapoo rescue feel anxious at his first grooming. Right as we came in, he was already excited and happy to play with other dogs that were also getting groomed. The groomers were very friendly and got rid of our dog's matted fur while also keeping him looking great! We will continue to take our dog to Uptown Woofs. Just remember, they only take cash or check. read more

I don't write Yelp reviews, but, like a previous reviewer, I felt compelled to sign up just to enter a review for this shop. We've bounced around La Jolla groomers (all of which came very highly recommended) since we moved to town with our Cockapoo, and none of them were able to handle him adequately. Finally, Nickie took the time to get to know him and understand why he was giving the other groomers so much of a headache---apparently his allergies are flaring up and making him super sensitive! Not only did he get a good cut, but we can now go about treating the underlying issue because the staff at Uptown was willing to spend quality time with our dog. Oh, and their rates are more than reasonable. We'll definitely be back and bring our friends. read more

What Can I Say? I am amazed!!!! My little Peke is 13 years old. She has NEVER liked being groomed. She's good natured so she tolerates it but always comes back to me kind of shell shocked. She has had many different groomers over the years. By chance I happened to find Uptown Woofs when I was meeting my daughter for lunch. It seemed like such a nice place I decided to give it a try. My dog looks beautiful and she is happy and calm. Nickie and her husband were so helpful. I cannot say enough about how much I appreciate the job they did on my dog. If your dog is skittish about getting groomed I would highly recommend Uptown Woofs. They are FANTASTIC!! read more

They are just great! Our dog Romeo absolutely loves going to this groomer and he always comes back looking so handsome. We recently welcomed a new member to the family and they sent the most adorable note to the new baby from our dog. Romeo was our first baby and this act of kindness/thoughtfulness is such a special touch and it brought tears to my eyes. We will never go anywhere else! read more

They take care of my dog all day! He loves being able to run around with the other dogs, and I love that he gets a stylish haircut!

I became a new yelper just to rave about Uptown Woofs! They did an amaaaazing job with my flat-coat who had too much dead hair and undercoat that he no longer looked like a flat-coat. After his visit, he looked and felt perfect. They spent so much time to ensure he had a positive experience and it was obvious the groomer knew what she was doing. We have had our flat-coat for 4 years and had significant trouble with groomers knowing how to groom him. One time i picked him up from a groomer and they handed me a dog that looked like a black lab, my dog was even embarrassed. We are thrilled to have Uptown Woofs so close, my only hope is that we will still be able to get an appointment after they are discovered by the rest of La Jolla dog owners! read more

I have a 12 year old Siberian husky, I take him to the groomers to get shaved twice a year. I recently to Kota to Uptown Woofs for his shave there. And would like to thank Nickie and Doug for doing an AMAZING job with Kota. Not only did Nickie groomed him fantastically well, they mailed me a letterhead with Kotas pictures on the washing and grooming process. This is the type personal service I never get at the big corporate pet stores. I am happy to now that my search for the perfect groomers is over. read more