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Top 5 Dog Grooming Services in Portland

Top 5 Dog Grooming Services in Portland

How we picked

Range of services

Based on the shop’s grooming packages, additional services, bathing options, and haircut and styling options.

Quality of work

Based on the staff’s level of experience, the shop’s client satisfaction rating as well as the safety measures implemented in their space.

Facility and equipment

Based on the facility and the equipment used in dog grooming. 

Rates

Based on the average rates charged per package and a la carte services.

Availability

Based on the availability of the shop on usual working days. 

1. Townhouse Pet Care

Townhouse Pet Care Homepage

Services: Dog grooming, dog boarding 

Website: https://www.townhousepetcare.com/

Address: 2965 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97232

Contact Details: +1 503-230-9596 | [email protected] 

Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Saturday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM |

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Google Reviews4/5 
Yelp4/5 
Total reviews4/5 
Score consistency5/5 
Range of services5/5 
Grooming packages4/5 
Additional services5/5 
Bathing options4/5 
Haircut and styling5/5 
Quality of work4/5 
Level of experience4/5 
Client satisfaction4/5 
Safety measures 4/5 
Facility and equipment 4/5 
Rates5/5 
Availability5/5 

Pros

  • A la carte services and pricing available
  • Reasonable rates 
  • Pet-friendly location 
  • Solid track record of positive results 

Cons

  • Minor issues with setting appointments 

Townhouse Pet Care offers a variety of services involving both pet boarding and pet grooming. They’re quite popular in the area so it’s not surprising to see hundreds of reviews, the majority of which are related to dog grooming services.

When it comes to grooming, the shop is pretty straightforward: there’s Haircut & Bath and Bath & Brush. The pricing varies by breed and dog size but the rates are pretty reasonable as far as we’re concerned (although large dogs can easily cost you $150).

What makes them a flexible choice is the fact that they offer these a la carte services, which is the norm for grooming services. This enables clients to handpick particular services at favorable fees in a friendly location.

Speaking of location, we’re happy to note that the place is clean and quite relaxing even during busy hours. It does feel a bit crowded though when there are other dogs in line, but overall, the experience is generally positive.

Now, in terms of customer satisfaction, the shop does have a positive track record in the area. However, there are certain reports of poor service, particularly when it comes to setting appointments (others were dissatisfied with the grooming service).

All in all, it’s a decent choice if you want something that has been tried and tested by hundreds of dog owners before. The prices are friendly, the location is great, and the services are flexible enough to customize your own.

2. Dog Wash Grooming (You Can Do It)

Dog Wash Grooming (You Can Do It) Homepage

Services:  Do It Yourself Grooming, Professional Dog Grooming, Teeth Brushing, Flea & Tick Shampoo

Website: https://www.dogwashgrooming.com/home.html

Address: 11931 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR 97220

Contact Details: +1 503-477-7868

Operating Hours: Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Tuesday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM| Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Google Reviews4/5
Yelp4/5
Total reviews5/5
Score consistency5/5
Range of services4/5
Grooming packages4/5
Additional services5/5
Bathing options4/5
Haircut and styling3/5
Quality of work4/5
Level of experience3/5
Client satisfaction4/5
Safety measures 5/5
Facility and equipment 5/5
Rates5/5
Availability5/5

Pros

  • Transparent pricing system
  • Wash and dry self-service option 
  • Separated grooming rooms for safety
  • A la carte services available 

Cons

  • Problems with hair cutting services

Dog Wash and Grooming provides a very unique service type for dog owners whose pets don’t like being held by strangers. They provide self-service washing that includes everything tool and product needed to bathe your fur baby. 

In this type of approach, you can wash and dry your own dog using the products that they provide (they clean the mess too!) We see this as a positive thing since some pets may feel threatened or anxious towards others. 

But apart from this offering, their services also include professional grooming; flea and tick shampoo; and teeth brushing. They also have a la carte services where you can customize what you want to add to the package you get.

As for the cost, it depends on the weight and dog type – bigger breeds are naturally more expensive. To give you an idea, small dogs can cost up to $60 for full grooming, medium dogs can cost $65+, and large dogs can cost $75+. 

Talking about their facilities, they have a very clean and organized workplace, with specifically designated areas for grooming. They have designated areas for tick-filled dogs, different from their normal grooming stations (which prevents the spread of ticks).

The only downside to them is their skills in cutting dog hair as many clients felt vexed with their proficiency (e.g.)some parts of their dog’s hair were uneven. While that is the case, they still have substantial positive responses, which is a good thing.

3.  You Dirty Dog PDX Mobile Pet Grooming

You Dirty Dog PDX Mobile Pet Grooming Homepage

Services: Dog grooming services 

Website: https://youdirtydogpdx.com/

Address: 1215 NE 76th Ave, Portland, OR 97213, United States

Contact Details: +1 503-757-3094

Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Google Reviews4/5
Yelp5/5
Total reviews2/5
Score consistency5/5
Range of services5/5
Grooming packages4/5
Additional services4/5
Bathing options4/5
Haircut and styling5/5
Quality of work5/5
Level of experience5/5
Client satisfaction5/5
Safety measures 5/5
Facility and equipment 5/5
Rates4/5
Availability5/5

Pros

  • Specializes in mobile grooming services
  • More than 10 years of experience
  • Solid track record of positive outcomes
  • Easy appointment setting via text

Cons

  • Minor problems with communication

You Dirty Dog Mobile Pet Grooming has a unique take on pet grooming – clients don’t need to find the groomer, the groomer finds them. This is possible because they specialize in mobile dog grooming services in the area.

The company has been operating for more than 10 years, which is substantial experience already. A great thing about this type of grooming is that pets wouldn’t need to wait for their turn or worry about being near other pets.

They have 9 vans responsible for bringing the groomers to their clients’ homes, which is sufficient to ensure that long wait times are avoided. And besides the normal grooming, they also provide spa services for your pets (more on the premium end).

Appointments are done through text to keep things organized but might be tricky for certain clients who prefer other methods. During booking, they’ll ask for your basic information and dog breed, then they’ll reply with the prices for you.

Since this is their appointment approach, there are some cases when they’re unable to read their clients’ requests. But it’s a minor issue and the good thing is, they respond fast to texts, as long as they’re free for the day. 

Overall, they provide great services to their clients and many of them are satisfied with what they’ve done in the past. Most clients vouched for their responsiveness and professionalism and are caring for many pets, which is everything we’re looking for.

4. Hair Of The Dog Wash and Groom

Hair Of The Dog Wash and Groom Homepage

Services: Grooming, deshedding, haircut & bath

Website: https://www.hairofthedogwashandgroom.com/

Address: 1211 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211

Contact Details: Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Operating Hours: +1 503-284-9274

Google Reviews4/5
Yelp3/5
Total reviews3/5
Score consistency4/5
Range of services5/5
Grooming packages5/5
Additional services5/5
Bathing options5/5
Haircut and styling4/5
Quality of work4/5
Level of experience5/5
Client satisfaction4/5
Safety measures 4/5
Facility and equipment 4/5
Rates4/5
Availability4/5

Pros

  • Over 70 years of experience in dog grooming industry
  • Highly trained staff for professional dog grooming
  • Offers great quality of grooming packages
  • Provides deshedding in all haircut and bath-only services
  • Offers “quick appointments”
  • Free price estimates

Cons

  • Do not cater to walk-in clients
  • High rates

With over 70 years of experience combined, it is without a doubt that Hair Of The Dog Wash and Groom can provide the pamper your pooch needs. With enough familiarity in this industry, we are confident that they are one of the best options there is.

In this salon, customers are welcomed with open paws in a clean and dog-friendly space. To guarantee that, they have a small staff consisting of highly trained professionals dedicated to this craft, and this alone reassures us of the quality of their service.

On top of that, fur parents can choose from the grooming packages they offer: bath & haircut, bath-only, and nail-only. Services can be curated to fit your specific needs (regardless of your pet’s breed, age or behavior), which is surely a plus point in our book.

Another convenient thing about them is that they provide deshedding in all haircut and bath-only services they have. This is, in our opinion, a strong point from them since deshedding is often separated as a single service in grooming. 

Moreover, they have these so-called “quick appointments” (their most popular service) that typically only take a few minutes to complete. This includes a package of ear cleaning, gland expression, paw trims, and teeth brushing (these can also be booked individually).

Speaking of booking, this salon is by appointment only, walk-ins aren’t entertained. Furthermore, most reviews also reflect that they are costly, but nevertheless, price estimation is another option they provide for free, so you can manage your budget. 

5. Heather’s Finest Dog and Cat Grooming

Heather's Finest Dog and Cat Grooming Homepage

Services: Dog and cat grooming

Website: https://heathersfinest.wixsite.com/dogandcatgrooming

Address: 1411 SW 14th Ave, Portland, OR 97201

Contact Details: +1 503-914-5353

Operating Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Google Reviews4/5
Yelp4/5
Total reviews2/5
Score consistency4/5
Range of services4/5
Grooming packages4/5
Additional services5/5
Bathing options4/5
Haircut and styling4/5
Quality of work5/5
Level of experience5/5
Client satisfaction4/5
Safety measures 5/5
Facility and equipment 5/5
Rates5/5
Availability5/5

Pros

  • Full-service dog and cat grooming
  • Provides grooming to all breeds of cats and dogs
  • Performs standard breed and specialty cuts
  • Safe and comfortable facility
  • Offers deluxe services to pamper your pets
  • Reasonable pricing system

Cons

  • Only one in-house head groomer
  • No comprehensive packages 
  • Minor inconsistencies in service quality

For Heather’s Finest Dog and Cat Grooming, it’s important to set up an environment that is safe and comfortable for the pet. And we couldn’t agree more with that belief – in fact, it is their quiet and calm atmosphere that caught our attention.

Since the salon has only one groomer, it kind of worries us seeing that it might hinder them from catering to a lot of clients. But then again, it’s the competence to strive for superb service that matters to us at the end of the day, and they actually passed our expectations.

To give you an idea, they are a full-service grooming salon for dogs and cats, so you can look forward to the usual stuff for your pets. As of this writing, we aren’t aware of any grooming packages they offer, but they can accommodate special requests.

In addition to that, they also have these several deluxe services, which we find quite interesting. For instance, they can include special shampoos for those pets who need special pampering (more on the premium end, so naturally more expensive).

Now, let’s talk about the strict hour of appointment they implement, that we hundred percent support. In general, they ask that your pets get picked up within an hour after they’re ready for pick up, otherwise, you’ll pay a fine.

Frankly, the shop has been receiving mixed reviews that mostly refer to the inconsistencies of their service. Fortunately, nearly all of them pertain to their pamper service for cats, so, if we are talking about dog grooming at all, it is safe to say they are satisfactory.

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