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    Animal Lovers Pet Salon

    4.5 (139 reviews)
    Open 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Don P.

    Chip did a really nice job grooming my mini Whoodle, Scout! Thankfully the weather has turned warmer so he can enjoy his summer cut.

    After photo! Ready for the summer!
    Erica H.

    I love this place. Everybody is very friendly. My dog receives the best grooms. I highly recommend it!

    Michael C.

    Exceeded expectations. Chip & team were very responsive with questions - texted photos with a summary. Betty Jane - my daughter's 12 week old Cavapoo had her first grooming experience - she looked great!

    Lion cut
    Amanda H.

    Love them! Chip did a fantastic job with Gustav and his lion cut. The price was very reasonable. We will definitely be coming back! Thank you guys so much!

    We've been taking our dog to Animal Lovers for about 4 years now. Chip and his staff are seriously the best of the best! They take covid precautions extremely seriously which I appreciate so much! Highly recommend!!

    my happy little man after his bath and cut!
    Natalia K.

    i am writing this long overdue review unfortunately after moving out of chicago and having to leave literally the BEST groomer i have ever had for my pomeranian named Sailor! I think I tried 4 different groomers in the city while we lived there, and every time I had some kind of issue or drama happen with my little guy until I took him to Animal Lovers. At other places he's been cut too short/not as requested, clipper burned, gotten kennel cough, as well as some other bacterial infection but I have been pleased every time I have picked him up from Chip and his employees at their pet salon. They have worked with me when I have asked for specific first appointment of the day and have called me 30 minutes prior to him being finished as requested so that his little anxious self doesn't have to be away from me longer than he has to. I truly appreciate the care they have provided for him and hope I can find a new groomer that can come close to their quality of service!

    Anya, who is clearly not enjoying her dematting. Although she is SO much more comfortable now! (LOOK at all of that fur on left)
    Anna F.

    First time here with my sweet Persian cat, Anya. Chip is passionate about what he does and cares for the cats. Even when I wasnt looking, he was soothing Anya and making her feel more comfortable. Chip was also very knowledgable about cat grooming and gave me some great tips for maintaining her coat. In addition, the gals in front were friendly and kind. Plus, there was an adorable golden retriever who seemed to really enjoy getting a blowout! My Anya (cat) had a lot of matting around here chest and rear. Chip was able to clean her up without making her look like a hacked up street cat lol. I also got her groomed and, although she didn't seem too into it, she ended up being happier and more comfortable with less matting and a fresh furry start. She looks fabulous and is so happy with her shiny, soft coat. Prices are great compared to other salons around the city. They also have small promotions in-store that you can take advantage of, such as booking an appointment in advance and saving $10! Also, location is conveniently located near strip malls and coffee shops, should you decide to wait on your furry pal. There are some negative reviews on here. Keep in mind, ALMOST ALL of them are (in my opinion) either partly the owner's fault or have to do with concrete hurting the nails. It's common sense not to have your newly groomed dog stomping around a sidewalk. What I'm really getting at is DO NOT LET some of these crazy reviews turn you away. You will not be sorry for visiting this little yet effective salon. Highly recommend! Looking forward to Anya's next appointment (although I'm sure she will not be delighted to be brushed out again lol) ***UPDATE 03/02: Anya still smells fresh and her coat is silky smooth! Her knotting is also not an issue thanks to the amazing tips Chip gave me for brushing her out! My only complaint is how heinous she looks when I discover a bald patch, but that's no fault but my own for not brushing her adequately)***

    Lion cut on a golden doodle

    We got a puppy about a year ago and we've only taken her here. She's a golden doodle and we started her with a puppy cut until the pandemic lock down hit. She got matted during the pandemic so we thought the lion cut might be something we could partially achieve at home plus she would have had to be shaved anyway with all the matting. It was a decent amateur attempt. When we brought her back in after the lock down and had them continue/fix our lion cut and it looks soooo amazing. We love her hair cut and it makes so many people smile and/or chuckle when they see her. It's everything we could ask for.

    Fresh and clean!
    Catie H.

    Chip and the rest of the staff at Animal Lovers are great. I bring my dog once a month and he comes back smelling AMAZING. I don't like him shaved at all and Chip does a great job trimming him perfectly, especially on his back legs where the fur gets long. He even tames his ear flyaways that I can never get to lie straight. I wish I could bring him every week! Obviously Brady isn't thrilled when he realizes he's about to get bathed, but by the time I pick him up he's already forgotten to hold a grudge. I like that they do all their grooming in the front room in plain view. The pricing is extremely reasonable and you get $10 off every time you rebook (and keep) your next appointment. I'm so glad I found this place!

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    Kelly K.

    Took my one year old doodle to Animal Lovers after always going to another place since she was 4 months old and we are sold! She looked so good and they groomed her in record time. Highly recommend. Chip was so good with our pup and I'm happy we finally found a great groomer to go back to!

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    My favorite place to take my little guy to get his lion cut! It is hard to find cat groomers in the city.

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    When we brought her back in after the lock down and had them continue/fix our lion cut and it looks soooo amazing.

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