I've been taking my dog here for almost 2 years now, after trying out some different groomers I am so grateful to be a customer with designer dog grooming. She's a poodle and it didn't take much for her haircut to look goofy, but here they do an amazing job on her each and every single time. Thank you guys! read more

My dog Otis has gone here twice now and I am super happy I finally found a groomer that my shy boy loves! Otis is a standard poodle and we get a German Clip, he has anal gland problems, and very dirty ears (poodles am I right?). Both times we've gone in we were greeted warmly, the shop is small and busy, but very open. There are no secret back rooms at this groomer, they groom in the open with several friendly dogs sometimes wondering around. You'll receive a call a day before your appointment as a reminder, which I appreciate. A full groom for my medium size dog takes about 4 hours, and cost around 150.00. A little above the standard for the area but worth it! Otis is a shy sensitive boy and never cared for grooming. Not here, on only his second time here he walked straight in and went up to a groomer he remembered. At pick up he was happy and calm a good sign to me that they care for the dogs they service. We get a fairly simple poodle cut, clean face and feet, large top knot. He comes home smelling nice (not perfumed), and cut correctly. Not sure what products they use (or if it's just their expertise) but the brush out holds much longer than at other groomers we've gone too. Appointments are a few weeks out but they can put you on a waiting list for cancellations which is helpful for last minute grooming. Over all we are fans and fully trust the groomers to care for our dog! read more

Designer Dog Grooming - Otis's spring/summer cut! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Always so kind and so good with our sweet friends. We so appreciate the gentleness and care. read more

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My cavapoo had been going here for almost a year now. They are quick and very friendly. My pup always comes back happy and has stopped being so nervous going in. The cut is fine, not always as clean as I'd like it, especially for the price I'm paying however I let it slide because they do a lot of other services like teeth cleaning and gland expressing, drimmeling and what not I recommend them:) read more

I have been very happy with the service. Everyone is friendly and helpful and my baby looks beautiful. read more

Designer Dog Grooming - Pet Groomers Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

I have been going to Designer Dogs with my dogs for years! The dogs have changed over the years (when one dies of old age or illness I replace them with a new rescue), but I will NEVER change groomers! Charisse is my favorite, but they're all great! The dogs are super clean and they smell great, their anal glands are expressed, teeth brushed and scaled, and their cuts/trims very professionally done. The dogs get a report card (dogs behavior, tarter on teeth, fleas, condition of coat, etc. ) and a treat to go home with. They are good about predicting how long it will take, and usually finish up my 4 dogs in 3 hours. . read more

This incident happened awhile back but I decided that it was necessary to share. I had been bringing my dog in for months and everything was great until it wasn't. When picking up my dog after his last haircut at Designer, I was ignored for several minutes WHILE making eye contact with the girls who worked there and it felt very hostile. After going home, I noticed that my dogs eye was very red and swollen. The poor guy looked so uncomfortable that we took him to the emergency vet in the morning, who told my mother that it looked as if some sort of chemical was sprayed into his eye. When we first contacted Designer, we were originally told that we would fully be reimbursed for the bill + our money back from the haircut. But when calling back and speaking to the owner, we were told that we would not be receiving any reimbursement for the $200 vet bill, and that we were no longer welcome back. It's a different kind of delusion to assume we would ever step foot back in that place, but to be spoken to that way by the owner after they harmed our dog was very disturbing. The owner at least said we would get our money back from the haircut, but that never happened. DO NOT SUPPORT THIS BUSINESS read more

My dog, Reggie, tells the story best...when we are driving to Designer Dog, as we get close, he starts doing his happy bark! He RUNS into the shop to see his favorite groomer, Brandis. When I pick him up, he is always happy and looks amazing, all clean and trimmed, with clean teeth as well! read more

My first trip to this place! It is certainly worth the drive from downtown Vancouver. The people are soooo helpful and nice! They are knowledgeable and really know about dogs! Greta really had a great time playing with other dogs. They gave her a perfect groom and BOWS!! I love that they give me a report card on Greta that was A+. Will definitely return!! read more

Designer Dog Grooming - Pet Groomers Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Love, Love this place. My first time owning a dog i had to take to a groomer . scared to death from what i heard at other groomers. I was so lucky my son's friend sister (got that) is a dog groomer and where but at Designer Dog....I lived in Aloha, Or at the time. It was worth the drive. Chariss ( i know i slaughtered her name) is thee best groomer. Midas loves her and all the staff and he is a picky boy. I am now in Vancouver and will continue to take Midas here and yes love the treats and report cards..... read more

Highly recommend Designer Dog. Sue is great and so sweet to my pup. Friendly dogs are not kenneled. :) Sue was recommended to me by a friend and I would recommend her to anyone who loves their dog. read more

They were wonderful. Lilly came in shaking and left smelling wonderful and looked better than ever. They gave Lilly a treat on the way out along with a report card. She was not kenneled but allowed to play with the other groomed dogs. They are very attentive to the dogs needs. Worth every penny. read more

Designer Dog Grooming - Pet Groomers Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Take your pets to charese! She's one of the owners and super sweet and professional! She did both of my dogs first grooming and did an amazing job! My dogs had such a great time, came home smelling great, and also with a report card on how they were during their visit. I really recommended bringing your pets to charese, she was super helpful and informative and they have great pricing too! Will definitely be coming again read more

Above and Beyond the best customer service and professional grooming place I have been to...but I really wish they had weekend availability!

Literally as good as it gets. I've been bringing my dog here for ~7+ years. Even after moving to Seattle, I still refuse to have my dog groomed by anyone else. Charisse and the team are so skilled and they care about each dog deeply! My dog is always happy after he leaves and looks SO CUTE! I would give them 10+ stars if I could. read more

Would've given four stars based upon my experience up until my last visit. Our two dogs have been groomed here a handful of times. After losing one of our dear pets to cancer and discovering our other has seizures we were pleased with the care at time of grooming. On my last visit I arrived 15 minutes late due to my dog having a seizure I was hopeful they'd understand as they had suggested; sadly I was spoken to in a rude and uncaring manner. The owner abruptly stated someone would have to stay later, I asked if a mere 15-20 minutes really made an impact and if she would have been professional and polite I would have understood. Her attitude now makes me question the facade she and her staff had going. So sad I really was pleased with their services. Will not return to this business nor the additional business opening by an employee. I will not refer any family or friends either. read more

Both our bedlingtons love the ladies at Sue's - Designer Dog. Especially Maggie our young female who is very independent, bossy, and a challenge with whom to work. She fell in love with the Sue and her ladies and is very happy to go for her hair cut. They turned on the charm, and she melted into the loving dog that she really is! Our older dog, McKenna, is very stand-offish, and needs special understanding to draw him out and calm his fears. The grooming was very nice, even though Bedlingtons are supposed to be difficult to do. I would highly recommend Sue to anyone. If it works for Maggie - I know it's a great place to take your dogs. read more

I recently called around to a few places to schedule a grooming of my 11 year old cranky Pomeranian. This place had the best "phone customer service" of the bunch and didn't seem turned off by my warnings about my dog's temperament. I was pleased to learn they are just as friendly in person as over the phone. It really put me at ease leaving my nervous little dog with them. Even better, they did an excellent job grooming him. It was not an easy job due to mats but they found a way. And they had nothing but kind things to say about my dog. I highly recommend this place and will definitely return. read more

Today was the first time my dog went to Designer Dog and I'm thrilled with our experience! Usually my dog is hesitant to go in the back with the groomer, but this time he happily followed her. I was happily surprised to learn the dogs aren't kenneled and the entire service took about 2 hours from drop off to pick up. Our past experiences were 4+ hours long and we knew our poor pup was kenneled for the majority of that. Our boy came home handsome and clean, with a tasty treat and a new toy. We're SO happy we made the switch! read more

The dog in my life goes here and he always looks SUPER cute after his haircut! Of course he looks super cute bwfore his haircut too, but in a different way. I feel like it probably takes a lot of skill and patience to do specialty dog grooming, so my hats off to the groomers! Great work! read more

Sue is just wonderful, she does such a good job. I am a volunteer at a shelter, Sue donates her time and skill to groom the dogs that truly need her help, it makes such a difference, thanks, Sue, you are the greatest. read more