Student review I had the best learning experience with West Coast Grooming Academy. The Teachers( Huber ) were amazing , very patient and knowledgeable for every step of the way. Helped me to prepare for a real world experience. I'm very thankful for all the support from the teachers. They are amazing and I'm so proud to be a West Cost Grooming Academy alumni. Thank you for all the hard work!!!!!!! read more

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My puppy Chancho had his very first groom here yesterday 1/2/26 and Andrew was very informative and helped me understand what to expect. My puppy did well and looked so cute afterward. I'd like to thank Andrew and the student that worked on him for giving him a great first experience. I was even taught how to work with him at home to desensitize him when having his face worked on. Thanks so much read more

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Thank you to Andrew and his amazing Team for always doing an amazing job with these 3 furry kids. read more

West Coast Grooming Academy - Benito looking handsome thanks to Andrew and the team. - Pet Groomers Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Long post! This isn't our first visit, so I'll do a recap of our first experience and then get into our recent visit! They ask for a recent rabies shot verification before any services are provided. When we first got our cats Jade and Solo (2021), we were looking for a cat grooming place. A lot of groomers don't service cats. We stumbled upon this location. What sold us as a returning client was the "application" portion. They had you fill out some paperwork before getting your cats groomed. A few questions were about the level of stress your cat. Questions like would allow the use of cbd oil, or would you be able to be in the same room as them to calm them down. As a first-time cat mom, this made me so happy! Okay! Fast forward to 6/18/23: We called and made an appointment for all 3 of our cats to get groomed at the Arcadia location. We got a text and email notification of their appointment. The day prior, we called and asked if it was possible to add a service to our long-haired cat. The service we wanted was something they don't recommend to first-time shavers, and they didn't have time available (on the same day as our appointment) to so they recommended a belly shave. Upon checking in, we told them we found a flea. We asked what their protocol for a contaminated carrier was because we had a cloth one. They said we could drop off the cats and take the carriers with us home to get them washed before coming to pick them up when they're finished. Not a problem, considering we were already doing a deep clean of the house while they were away. During check-in, we were wondering if it was possible to add a flea bath to their service. They were kind enough to do so. We had two groomers, Nicole and Noelia. I told them which cat was who, and they took them inside and gave us back the carriers so we could clean them. Jade: luxury spa, sugar scrub, flea bath Solo: luxury spa, flea bath Sabine: luxury spa, flea bath, deshedding, sanitary trim, and full belly shave (our most expensive kitty because she is a long-haired cat) $246 for all 3 cats (I tipped them 25% because of all the last-minute adds and how they accommodated us with our current situation) All 3 cats took about 3 and a half hours, maybe even four. Their appointment was at 12 pm. I dropped them off a little earlier than that. Received a phone call at 3:29pm, letting us know that the cats will be done in 20 minutes. In between those hours, we were able to deep clean the house using chemicals, so it all worked out, lol. At pick up, I was presented a "paw"gress report. Not gonna lie, I look forward to these every time! I wanna know how my babies did! They also gave us little treats for them, and they always come home with some sort of cute accessory around their necks! One of the groomers told me during sabines sanitary trim, and they found a worm coming out of her butt so I gotta make a call to the vet! Things like this make me feel that my babies (cats) are really being taken care of! When I got home, they came out of their carriers with a cute banadana around their necks! Each time after the groomers, they have a cute accessory on them. They looked so pretty and handsome! They also feel soft and smell clean! The cool thing about this place, if you can't go to them, they can come to you using their mobile service! Returning customer for sure! read more

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Susan grooms my eight month old Maine coon kitten bandit and she does an incredible job. She's so patient and she like it's so excited when he comes like I feel very comfortable with the staff at this location. They're wonderful all of the animals always look really happy and bandit looks incredible every time he comes out Everybody here are just some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. read more

Student review I have my own dog boarding and daycare business and I wanted to add dog grooming to my services. I searched a couple places throughout the western US and found WCGA. I was extremely fortunate to pick and find them. They have some amazing instructors that are patient and let you have room to grow and learn. Huber Pineda was my main instructor. I'm truly grateful for him in helping me expand my growth as a groomer. For a beginner dog grooming course I found it to be excellent. I just wish that I had more time interning with them after graduating and receiving my certificate. WCGA has quality grooming instructors and I would highly recommend anyone interested in the grooming world to go here. This is a fantastic learning environment! I still have much to learn but I had a great foundation here. read more

West Coast Grooming Academy - mini labradoodle makeover My grooming after graduation! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Nicole gave me a good discount, helpful and informative. Recommend this location if you want to get a good deal and grooming for cats

I love this academy I been using it for years and the owners and instructors are all amazing,treat me and my fur babies like family and love my babies so much,their students are always so pleasant and helpful,I love this place and I share it with all my friends and neighbors,110 % the best place to take ur fur babies of all kinds dogs ,cats and bunnies too this place is great. read more

Extremely happy with the services provided! I have taken my dogs there twice now, and have had zero issues! I have a German shepherd that is very nervous, and a super easy going doodle mix that can be difficult to cut without looking awkward. They do an amazing job with both of my babies! I would recommend this team to anyone! read more

West Coast Grooming Academy - Pet Groomers Near Me - Arcadia, California

It was easy to get an appointment. I also loved that the receptionist gave me suggestions on a time that would work best for them so my dog wouldn't be in a kennel for his first time. Randy was so patient and explained everything so well before Tobe's first grooming. And he emphasizes going at the dogs pace. We all want this to be a positive experience and I'm feel that'd what my baby had. After the grooming, Randy gave me an update on how it went and I really couldn't be happier! Tobe was a happy guy and also seemed to like it read more

West Coast Grooming Academy - Pet Groomers Near Me - Arcadia, California

Sarah, Noelia and the grooming lady were so thorough and fantastic with me and my cat. It was my first visit and they were recommended by my Chino Hills hospital Vet. They were very helpful with all of my questions and concerns and were sincerely kind. Love them! Thank you! read more

Something has changed and the work quality has suffered. This was our pup's fav groomer and we always took her to the academy cause it's a good deal with good quality of service. This past time, we saw a significant difference in quality of work. Our pup's face was not as cleanly white as it normally was and the face wasn't trimmed well. In fact, we had to re-trim her face ourselves. The worst part is that they nicked her paw pad which caused her to a lot of discomfort and resulted in a painful hotspot. I guess I should have taken note when she was whining to leave when I arrived to pick her up. She's a super chill dog and was always happily wagging her tail when I would pick her up in previous occasions. I suspect that they had a change in teacher with the academy but regardless of the reason, the quality of work is just no longer the same. read more

I completed they advanced dog grooming course at WCGA with Huber. He did such a great job on training me, I use everything he has trained me to do in my everyday work in my dog grooming business. It was the best thing i could have done and I recommend the advanced class to all students and others that would like to learn the best techniques in grooming Thank You, Huber! Jean-Paws mobile pet grooming read more

Been to the Arcadia location several times and love the service and staff at the this location. The students do an excellent job grooming my pom. Grooming rates are the best deal around. Andrew, the manager is awesome. He's very professional and accommodating. read more

I had a student do my dogs hair and they did a really good job. I would bring them back. read more

The groomer cut my dogs hair perfect.We will definitely be back.Great customer service ..

Student Review Short Review: 10/10, definitely recommend. Long Review: After not having the best experience coming into the dog grooming industry, I almost called it quits but I'm glad I gave WCGA a chance. Here you'll find instructors who are truly knowledgeable, extremely helpful, patient, and caring when it comes to your success as a groomer. Coming here not only made me passionate about dog grooming but it gave me the confidence and inspiration to want to do more within this industry and even put myself out there again. You have instructors who are true advocates for the well-being of pets not only inside the salon but out in the real world. You have instructors who have gone to school to become Master Groomers and want to share their knowledge with you. Instructors who know how to make the class fun, lively, and interesting all while juggling countless tasks; the quality never lacks. Besides dog grooming, they even offer classes such as Cat Grooming & Pet First Aid/CPR Certifications! So in all, if you're a groomer who didn't have the best introduction and you're not too sure where to go, WCGA is the place for you to get a fresh start. If you're looking to get into the pet industry for the first time, look no further, WCGA is the place for you too! If you're also in need of financial assistance, definitely look into the Michelson Institute for Pet Professions (MIPP) to see if you qualify for tuition assistance; Heather's an amazing point of contact and extremely helpful as well. read more

Great communication throughout the grooming process. They gave me an update when my dog was halfway done. They called me again 20 min before my dog is ready to come home. The haircut was evenly cut and well done. I'm happy with their friendly staff and my clean, fluffy dog read more

Love this place. My dog comes here ever 4 weeks, like clock work. She gets groomed and pampered. She has been coming here for her entire life, 4 1/2 years. Everyone there is always so kind and love my girl. We always make appointments with the students. The students are well supervised and she always comes home looking good. read more

West Coast Grooming Academy - Pet Groomers Near Me - Arcadia, California

Furtown (West Coast Grooming) provides top notch service for my cat. She came in with a shedding coat, dirty ears, and long nails and left fresh and clean. The groomer Noelia did an excellent job. read more

I recently attended the academy and could not give a high enough recommendation. The staff is most helpful no intimidation factors or egos. The amount of patients, skills, and knowledge from our instructor Huber has both my respect and my gratitude. An enormous thank you to West Coast Grooming Academy. Highly recommended to those with drive, patients and are able to concentrate on the skills being handed out on a living animal. read more

Took my pup for his first groom. Everyone in there was so helpful and really cared about my yorkie's needs. Alyssa groomed him and I highly recommend her ! And this place! read more

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Our almost-2-year-old Goldendoodle has only ever been groomed here, that is, when our daughter is not available. They're great!

They do a nice job . They seem to really care about the dogs , not just a job for them . My dog is a bit skittish about the blow dryer but they are good with him . read more

We have used them for about 10 bathing and/or grooming for 2 spaniels over the past year. Highest of customer and pet service quality and consistency. Very satisfied with both certified and student groomers. We have used about 8 different groomers in the La Verne area over the last 30 years and now go here exclusively. read more

Trying to find a good & trust worthy groomer is more than difficult. As a pet parent (2 Shih Tzus), you want to be able to trust the groomer with your babies & when you return to pick up your babies, you can't help but expect a clean, trimmed, & smelling good! I've tried multiple grooming places and the problem is that when I specially ask them NOT to cut my babies eye lashes, I mean it. Well, they didn't quite understand that part. They cut my babies long lashes & left a red rash on my babies face (cutting too close to her face)! West Cost Grooming Academy is located right off the 210 fwy, inside Pawfection next to a Chevron gas station on Lake Ave. There's parking up front or the back (entrance is through an alley behind the gas station). Chris is not only a groomer but also a grooming instructor. Chris was friendly & cheerful when he greeted me. He asked me what I would like to be done with my babies, any thing specific I would like etc. I strongly mentioned to him that it is important to NOT cut their lashes. He made note of that (called me back asking what I wanted done to my babies, he wasn't sure :/). I had to wait for him on the first visit (30+ min & couldn't wait for him the following appt. Left my babies with the staff). The grooming is done by students under supervision of the instructor. Yes, you read correctly, the grooming is done by students. You saw how bad my babies were before & then the after pictures, you'll see what I'm talking about, not bad. So far, I am pretty "pleased" with the results (give & take). Their beautiful lashes were not cut! The smelled good, they came home with bows & bandanas. They do offer pick up & drop off so call & ask for details. *Must bring current vaccination records. *Double check on appointment time & date. *Stars taken off due to lack of communication. read more

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Brought my dog in for a bath & brush. When I went to go pick up my dog he looked amazing and was so happy and excited to see me! I definitely recommend this place read more

I graduated from West Coast Grooming Academy in Arcadia. I'm so glad that I found this place. I wish I would've found this school years ago! My instructor Jordan is amazing!! She's extremely informative, patient and knows what she's doing. I got to say all the instructors here teach you so much and they really work with you. Anytime you have any questions everyone there always stops and helps you out. You can definitely tell that the school really wants you to succeed!! I've learned so many different techniques and how to properly/safely groom the right way. I really recommend West coast grooming Academy with all the hands-on training and the amazing instructors like my main instructor Jordan. I also received some guidance from Huber another great instructor. You can't go wrong with all the amazing instructors there. I definitely recommend West Coast Grooming Academy. read more

I hate to write a bad review for this place, but it was upsetting to find out my dog was licking excessively at his paws after his appointment (he did not do this prior to the bath & brush pluse face, feet, and tail trim. I bought my dog here for the first time for a tidy trim which includes a bath & brush plus a face, feet and tail trim (done by students) First of all, I don't appreciate the owner requesting for payment (and even asking how much I would like to give perhaps even hinting for a tip) before I even receive my dog ( I want to inspect that my dog received the services I paid for as well as make sure he was okay.) I didn't check him entirely until I got home and noticed that his nails were grinded too short and it was red/irritated/slight bleeding..I really would have appreciated if they let me know in regards to that at the time I picked up my dog. I felt deceived by the owner and the students when both the owner as well as the student said everything was fine when I asked if anything was wrong. I don't think I will come back here for my dog.... read more

Yay! It is so nice finding trustworthy groomers, so imagine the delight one feels when finding THE place to have my two pooches taken care of in a professional and loving environment. It's marvelous! My Bucky and Pearl are returned to me smelling so fresh and clean that you just HAVE to snuggle with them even more than usual. I don't need the bows and bandanas, BUT it is sure is cute. I always ask for the certified groomer as opposed to the students. It's just me. So yes, I pay extra, but the fur babies will be so happy and that makes me happy! read more

I've been a part of WCGA for a few months now and I'm so happy here. As a student I learn something new every day and spend time with cool dog breeds I've never seen before. The staff is kind and friendly and the atmosphere is always positive. Between the students and the customers, I get to meet new people all the time. I've made a lot of friends here that I know I'll have in my life for a long time. Before WCGA I wasn't really doing much with my life. I was struggling to find a school I was ok with, because I don't like being stuck behind a desk and I wasn't sure what I wanted to do. I didn't want to work aimlessly at some dead end minimum wage job doing something I'm not happy with. Now I have a place to be where I am happy doing something I can enjoy every day, no matter how hard or how long I work. Its nice having a job that makes me feel good about the work I do. I enjoy seeing how great the dogs look and feel when I'm done grooming them. Everyone at WCGA really cares about the animals that come in, and it shows in how much they are pampered. We even learned how to give them massages and facials (that's my favorite part). I also learned things like how to communicate with customers, how to handle even the most difficult dogs, how to read dog body language and how dogs communicate, and how to groom any breed I come across using the skills I've learned at WCGA and my school books. I just wanna say thanks Chris for taking me under your wing and teaching me how to be a groomer. Not just a groomer, but a better person. I feel like now I'll be successful in my new future and I can't wait to emBARK on my new career! read more

Our Chippy loves Randy. You can tell that he really loves dogs and he has so many patience with our Chippy boy.

I sent my dog for grooming for the third time to this place. His body shook as soon as he walked in there. I paid extra for express grooming for more comfort but he was so scared of the groomer and the place. And I took only 10 minutes to pick up since they called but I got the complaint that my dog bit things around on the table. I saw that as my dog was anxious and uncomfortable in this place. He didn't see it as a loving place for him. My dog is a super sweet and gentle dog. He is very comfortable with all human beings around him. I will not send him to this place which is a monster to him. read more

I am so glad that I chose this school over others. The instructors really nice and try to give you all the tools you need to be a better groomer. I am starting a business and had many questions. When I reached out to Chris who is one of the owners, he was so helpful and genuine. I would 100% recommend this school to anyone that wants to learn everything about grooming. read more

We used their mobile grooming van for our older dog, Chip, who is a mixed breed rescue, and it was a great experience! Chip is 15 years old and I hate leaving him at the groomers now since they keep him for so long. Mario came in the van and did a great job with Chip We will definitely be using their services again!! read more

Chris is an awesome teacher! I learned so much during his course and he was so helpful accommodating my schedule. The salon is very welcoming and he keeps you busy. The course is super hands on. If you show up and are serious about learning, you'll get a lot out of the class. One of the things I loved was that he works with the local humane society and you get to groom shelter pups. It's very rewarding. Chris is the type of person who wants to see you succeed and will be there for you even after you're done with the class. He's helped all my fellow students with job placement, and even got me a job in the salon after I finished my course. Thanks Chris! You're the best :) read more

Took my puppy for her first haircut and they took great care of her knowing how scared she would be her first time at the groomers. Also took my newly adopted shelter dog and they did amazing with him as well and their haircuts came out great! read more

West Coast Grooming Academy - My two pups love their haircuts! Would definitely recommend this groomers - Pet Groomers Near Me - Arcadia, California

Very happy with the attention that both my dogs , Riley and Boomer , were given. Both look very handsome and we're getting many compliments on their looks by complete strangers , which gave me great satisfaction. I recommend that if you want a complete grooming experience try the Westcoast Dog Grooming Training Academy at PAWFECTION in Pasadena on Lake Ave. read more

West Coast Grooming Academy - Riley and Boomer - Pet Groomers Near Me - Arcadia, California

I take my dog Lucy here to get groomed, and it is THE BEST. I feel just so strongly about how awesome these folks are. They always answer when you call, and they are super flexible on appointments. (I am the worst for making same day appointments, but WCGA is always great for that.) Lucy loves them, and she always looks great. Best of all, they are always running some great deal. So it's super convenient, very friendly, and inexpensive. That's an impossible find in any service, especially dog grooming. Give them a call. (Ask about the deals.) read more

Wonderful grooming place, reasonable prices,excellent job. My dogs needed sensitive baths and it worked wonders. They would itch and the itching has stopped tremendously. The timing was excellent as well for 2 dogs. The bandanas were an adorable touch as well. read more