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Best Dog Groomers in La Mesa
2021

We scored 26 Dog Groomers in La Mesa, CA and Picked the Top 12

Here are the Picks:

Barkin'dales Dog Wash & Boutique

Deweys Paws

Dirty Paws Petwash & Grooming

Dog Gone Great Grooming & Nails

Grooming by Design A Mobile Pet Grooming

Paws & Bows Pet Grooming

Star Dogs

The Barking Lot Pet Grooming

The Doggy Detailer

The Happy Hound

The Pooped Puppy

Village Pet Salon

Why These Dog Groomers?

Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored La Mesa Dog Groomers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

Reviewed Curated Top Picks 26 20 12

Our Selection Criteria:

  • 1. Availability

    Consistently approachable and responsive, so customers never feel ignored.

  • 2. Qualifications

    Building customer confidence with licensing, accreditations, and awards.

  • 3. Reputation

    A history of delighted customers and outstanding service.

  • 4. Experience

    Masters of their craft, based on years of practical experience and education.

  • 5. Professionalism

    Providing service with honesty, reliability, and respect.

Read more about our selection process

Barkin'dales Dog Wash & Boutique

Barkin'dales Dog Wash & Boutique is a pet care facility that serves the needs of pet owners in La Mesa and the surrounding communities. Its list of services includes full-service wash, de-shedding, nail clip, sanitary trim or touch-up, and anal gland suppression. The grooming package includes bath, clip, nail trim, basic ear cleaning, and anal glands if needed. Self-service dog washes are also available. It also sells a variety of dog shampoos from Furminator, Mauro, and Isle of Dog.

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4834 Rolando Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92115

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(619) 546-8376 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

3 (Best)

Average Review Score:

4.6 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

263 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Deweys Paws

Deweys Paws is a pet groomer that provides services to clients in the La Mesa area. Crystal Dewars, the groomer, is certified by the National Cat Groomers Institute of America, Inc. She has also achieved a Master Certification in Feline Grooming and Hair and Skin from Dr. Faver. Her grooming services include canine grooming which starts with cleaning the ears. After that, the pet is de-shedded, de-matted, or pre-shaved before given a bath. Crystal's other services include add-ons and feline grooming.

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7128 Broadway
Lemon Grove, CA 91945

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(619) 589-0013 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

4 (Good)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Dirty Paws Petwash & Grooming

Dirty Paws Petwash & Grooming is a San Diego-based pet grooming business that serves clients in La Mesa. To reduce the level of stress suffered by dogs being separated from their owners, it has set appointment times that do not go beyond three hours. Its full-service groom includes bath, hair cut, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and anal glands. Its experienced staff works in a safe work environment equipped with raised tubs, shampoo, towels, and dryers. It also offers self-wash services for pets that need a quick bath.

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6030 Santo Road
San Diego, CA 92124

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(858) 569-7387 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

3 (Best)

Average Review Score:

4.5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

260 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Professionalism: A+

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We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.

Responsiveness: A+

Friendliness: A+

Helpfulness: A+

Detail: A+

Dog Gone Great Grooming & Nails

Dog Gone Great Grooming & Nails is a pet grooming business that serves pet owners in La Mesa. Dog grooming services can be performed in the client's home. Its dog grooming specialists use a vacuum cleaner that collects dog hair during the grooming process. The owner has been in the pet grooming business for more than 12 years. She earned her pet grooming certificate through a corporate certification program. She has hand-scissoring skills and is familiar with different hair styles that suit specific dog breeds.

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6650 Amherst Street
San Diego, CA 92115

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(619) 389-6520 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.9 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

39 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Variable (Good)

Professionalism: A+

More Info

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.

Responsiveness: A+

Friendliness: A+

Helpfulness: A+

Detail: A+

Price: Flat fee

Grooming by Design A Mobile Pet Grooming

Grooming by Design is a mobile pet spa operated by a couple. Jimmy, the husband, is an experienced vet technician. The duo serves clients in La Mesa and other areas. The couple offers full-service, personalized grooming for cats and dogs, which include includes flea and tick control, medicated baths, dental care, and anal gland expression. The mobile spa maintains an airconditioned van equipped with heated water. All workspaces are sanitized and cleaned before every grooming. This one-on-one salon experience for pets is booked by appointment.

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El Cajon, CA

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(619) 534-5052 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.1 / 5 (Better)

Total Reviews:

18 (Better)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Professionalism: A+

More Info

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.

Responsiveness: A+

Friendliness: A+

Helpfulness: A+

Detail: A+

Price: 75

Paws & Bows Pet Grooming

Paws & Bows Pet Grooming is a professional pet grooming salon serving small to large dogs in La Mesa. Full grooming sessions include oatmeal shampoo, hypo-allergenic conditioner, teeth brushing, anal glands expression, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and cologne. Additionally, it offers shave downs for overall matted and tangled coats. It features grooming equipment such as the Clipper Vac system, the HydroSurge bathing system, and hydraulic grooming tables. Customers with multiple dogs will need different appointments depending on the services needed.

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5544 El Cajon Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92115

Website

(619) 500-3002 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

1 (Good)

Average Review Score:

4.5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

162 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Star Dogs

Star Dogs is a dog grooming company in La Mesa. The salon offers comprehensive grooming services, which include bath and brush and haircut, shave, and trim packages for small to large dogs. Its dog groomers perform ear cleaning, nail care, and blow-drying procedures, with de-matting, de-shedding, and teeth brushing options. They provide extra brush-outs if needed. Star Dogs also provides dental care using Zeolite toothpaste. In addition, it uses natural shampoos and offers conditioning treatments for its pet clients.

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7889 University Avenue
La Mesa, CA 91942

Website

(619) 303-4324 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

3 (Best)

Average Review Score:

4.6 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

149 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

The Barking Lot Pet Grooming

The Barking Lot Pet Grooming is a La Mesa-based pet salon that has been serving the area for more than 20 years. Its services include bathing, grooming, and full-service spa experience. The salon accommodates cats and dogs of varying sizes, breeds, coat types, and behavior. The Barking Lot Pet Grooming's shop utilizes aromatherapy and soothing music, with an aim to relax the pets. Additionally, the salon offers anal gland expression and sanitary grooming services that help pets stay healthy and free from infection and impaction.

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7991 La Mesa Boulevard
La Mesa, CA 91942

Website

(619) 697-2284 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

98 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

The Doggy Detailer

Locally owned and operated, The Doggy Detailer offers professional pet grooming services and spa treatment for those in and around La Mesa. It provides a cage-free environment where small to large pets can play freely. Pet owners can choose which non-toxic, biodegradable, and professional-grade shampoo to use for their pets. The center's groomers handle ear cleaning, nail trimming, and anal glands expression. The Doggy Detailer also carries NuVet nutritional supplements, which are made of natural, human-grade ingredients.

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3855 Avocado Boulevard
La Mesa, CA 91941

Website

(619) 851-9256 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

3 (Best)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

92 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

The Happy Hound

The Happy Hound is a dog grooming shop serving residents of La Mesa and its surrounding areas. Leslie, the shop owner, has 11 years of dog grooming experience during which she learned new grooming techniques, creative grooming, and the "Asian fusion" grooming style. Leslie specializes in dealing with hard-to-groom dogs. She only uses thoroughly tested groomer-grade shampoos and products on her clients' pets. She does not groom cats but can clip their nails for her customers instead.

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9612 Dale Avenue
Spring Valley, CA 91977

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(619) 241-5205 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

3 (Best)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

29 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Professionalism: A+

More Info

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.

Responsiveness: A+

Friendliness: A+

Helpfulness: A+

Detail: A+

Price: 30

The Pooped Puppy

The Pooped Puppy is a veteran-owned day care and boarding facility in La Mesa that specializes in caring for all breeds of dogs while their owners are at work during the day and when they have to be away overnight. The facility provides safe places for dogs to play and exercise, provides foods that complement their diets, and ensures dogs of similar sizes get to play together without being intimidated by larger breeds.

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7841 El Cajon Boulevard
La Mesa, CA 91942

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(619) 825-3130 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

3 (Best)

Average Review Score:

4.7 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

181 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Village Pet Salon

Village Pet Salon is a business in La Mesa that offers dog grooming services. This family-owned company has pet groomers who build relationships with pet-clients to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable salon experience. Its bath and brush package covers deep coat conditioning, nail trimming, blow-drying, and ear cleaning procedures, with an option for add-on services upon the dog owners' request. The haircut package has additional ear plucking, specialty-cut, and hand scissoring assistance. Village Pet Salon also provides blueberry facial and deshedding options.

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8247 La Mesa Boulevard
La Mesa, CA 91942

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(619) 461-7200 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

1 (Good)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

3 (Good)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Professionalism: A+

More Info

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.

Responsiveness: A+

Friendliness: A+

Helpfulness: A+

Detail: A+

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