Been coming here for years. Dogs always come out looking and smelling good. I have 2 big dogs and she handles them well. They enjoy their wash and brush up. Shari you do a great job, will be back soon when the boys get a bit smelly. read more

I've been going to shari for years! I drive 30min and will never go anywhere else. My dogs always look perfect, and are so happy when they come home. They're also done so quickly! Best groomer ever!!! read more

We've tried a few places in the area and Barkingham Palace is the best by far. Their service is great, scheduling easy and they give our guy a great cut. They are the only ones who actually get his nails cut, even our vet can't calm him down enough to do it (he really hates having his nails cut!). On a side note, they are $20 less expensive then the others and our guy actually likes going there. Great job again Barkingham! read more

Barkingham Palace LLC - Pet Groomers Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

They're fantastic with our dog! I haven't taken Zuzu anywhere else, but I can say without a doubt that this has got to be the best place in the area for dog grooming. Their prices are reasonable and the service is great and the girls always greet you with a smile. You can tell that they love what they do and truly love dogs! read more

The people at Barkingham Palace really care about the dogs they are grooming. Our little shelter-pup had his (likely) first-ever trim here. He came out looking fantastic! Friendly people, excellent service, and a very happy pup! read more

The best in the area. Very good with the dawgs, and they clean up the pooch like a show dog. Look out Westminster dog show Bromley's received an extreme make over at Barkingham Palace and he is feeling fabulous. read more

DO NOT BRING YOUR DOG THERE !!!! I am warning you. I brought my little guy only twice. First time wasn't so bad so I decided to bring him back. HUGE MISTAKE!!! I noticed after only picking my dog up after two minutes that he was bleeding really badly by his back right paw. When I took a closer look, it seemed as if they cut a nail too short or possibly broke the nail (which can happen sometimes). He was bleeding so bad that I had to rush him home and cancel my errands to make sure I clean him up properly. I called the place after I noticed immediately to notify them of what happened and spoke to a girl named Nicole. Within 10-15 minutes, I got three phone calls from the place. After the second time, I decided to answer to see what was going on (being that I was too busy cleaning up my dogs paw) The owner had the nerve to call me and tell me that it could have been "when he was getting in your car. My associate did state he was a little squirmy when he got into the car." WHAT A JOKE?!? Seriously own up to the fact that you may have mistakenly cut him BUT DO NOT TELL ME THAT IT WAS WHEN I GOT HIM BACK that all of a sudden he magically started to bleed from his nail. And to top it off she had the audacity to argue with me about it. Take your dog anywhere BUT HERE !!!! Horrible horrible experience. Never going back again. And don't worry Shari I won't ask for my money back. You will need it more than I do when people start realizing how horrible your business is unfortunately. That'll be the last time this place will ever get a penny out of me! P.S. you should change the way you respond to people's poor reviews. It truly reflects the lack of professionalism you obtain. read more

I brought my Lab here for his first shave. He was too nervous to sit still but Sherry was great at handling him.

Our Mollie is blind and deaf, so she needs a few accommodations. People have to be careful with her on the tables or she will fall off. The groomer needs to reassure her with hands and not voice. She needs to be kept somewhat away from other dogs so she doesn't panic. And she does best if I am with her. The ladies at Barkingham helped me with all of these accommodations. Plus they did a great job. Mollie never looked so good. Our Mollie is blind and deaf, so she needs a few accommodations. People have to be careful with her on the tables or she will fall off. The groomer needs to reassure her with hands and not voice. She needs to be kept somewhat away from other dogs so she doesn't panic. And she does best if I am with her. The ladies at Barkingham helped me with all of these accommodations. Plus they did a great job. Mollie never looked so good. read more

Not recommending her. She does whatever she feels like doing and my dogs were really scared every time they went there. On top of that she wanted us to give our puppy a sleep med before bringing him to her because he was an excited dog. She basically sat on my pup to get a hold of him just to cut his nails. Even the nails aren't done well, we always asked her to give a nice shape for my little one yet without our agreement she always trimmed his hair really low which made my puppy super uncomfortable and we found cuts on his body that were clearly from the trimmer. read more

My little boy loves Barkingham, and everyone is so sweet and friendly there. They were so accommodating with my schedules, sometimes I had to run errands and delayed picking him up, yet they were so nice and patient about it. I love their little thoughtful touch with their hand made little accessory for the dogs when finished grooming. They look so dazzling, clean and happy! read more

Awesome folks, been taking Rocco our Pom there for years! Rocco loves going there. The team is great to call right away when he's ready, no waiting around. read more

It's not often I would give someone a perfect rating or even write a review but they deserve it. I have visited many groomers in the area...all of which are either average or below average. I have a 2 crazy ones, a Puggle & a Yorkie and these guys treat and handle these two as if they were their own. They are perfectionists & masters of their craft, but most importantly their love for the best part of our families in amazing. My puggle who is no easy task loves this place and my yorkie comes back looking like a stud everytime. Thank you Barkingham! -Oscar & Rambo read more

Took my Shiba Inu there a couple months ago. They did an amazing job grooming him (shedding season). I would recommend anyone in the Edison/Metuchen area to take your dog here. The owner Sherry was great to work with. read more

Took my two shar peis here for a bath and nail clipping. My one dog was ready in no time, looking and smelling great. My larger dog, however, was not being a good customer. He was very frightened and growled at them. Rather than sending him home as stinky as I brought him like any other groomer would do, they called me to let me know about the issue and offered to have me muzzle him and continue with his bath and nail clipping. After being sooo patient with me as I tried on 5 different muzzles to fit his wide face, one finally fit and they were able to bathe him and clip his nails. They were so friendly and clearly cared about giving the dogs the most enjoyable and least anxiety educing experience as possible. read more

Have lived in Metuchen all my life, and had always had animals to have that life worth! twelve years ago, I adopted a new dog, and tried to take her to three different groomers. One I saw was too strict with her, one she fought me when I tried to guide her to the groomer, and one was good, but too far away. So I tried Barkingham Palace. The moment that the owner and my dog met, I knew it was a match. My Dog warmed up to her, the groomer treated, my dog, like it was her favorite, and I have taken all my dogs to be groomed there since. She understood my demands on how I would like her groomed, she always tried to squeeze my in, when I needed to have my dog trimmed, and when my last dog was on her way to the other side of the rainbow bridge, their was a gentleness and compassion, that when I remember it still makes my eyes tear. Just got a new cat and set up an appointment for her nails and next week am picking up MY NEW DOG, and believe me--- Barkingham will be her groomer. read more

Have to revise this review, Dog was tied by the neck so tightly that she experienced continual neck spasms. Had to take her to the vet twice. Will not take her there again. read more

There's no perfect place to take your dog groomed but here. Sherry really cares about the dogs and she's always so happy. Ive been to petco and petsmart years before, just can't compare the quality you get from the chains and with Sherry. I highly recommend this place! Give it a try and you'll be a very happy mommy/daddy. read more

So I went here on Thursday for my Yorkie mix Yora. The head groomer I believe (with the dark hair) she was sooo kind. I can tell she really wants to do a great job and she really cares about the dogs. She deserves the great ratings she gets. Yora came out all neat and pretty and smelling wonderful. Well worth the money. She did exactly what I said I wanted and even put in a pretty bow that I requested. Will come back ! :) read more

I, too needed to find a groomer right away. I called and left a message Friday evening and received a phone call the next morning. As it turns out, they had a cancellation and I was able to take that spot. I wanted a summer cut for my new rescue Shih Tzu and they accomodated me. They did an excellent job! I found my permanent groomer! Very pleased and I highly recommend them! read more

I took my German Shepard in yesterday. I was supposed to have an appointment July 2. Sherry called and told me her shampooer quit and to make it July 9th. I was fine with that. I dropped him off for an 8:30 A.M. Appointment. At 9:00 A.M. she called me and said my dog is uncontrollable and to pick him up. My dog has been groomed before and never had any complaints. She should not groom big dogs. She asked a man who came in with his dog to leave until the German Shepard was out. Beware read more

Our dog Skylar is 14 years old with two surgeries on her hind legs, the latest being in December 2010. For the first time, we took her to Barkingham Palace for a bath. She was very nervous probably due to her experience with past visits to our Vet. Lo and behold, she came out calm and collected. Skylar even got manicured without a hitch, considering what ruckus she caused with her Vet. We believe Shari has a magical touch. Thank you very much, Shari. Seeta M. read more