We have a huge, fat, jerk cat (Maine Coon) and a 100 year old, demented, anxious dog. I have to say…read morethe staff here do an amazing job with both animals. The cat has hair for days, and we get him shaved twice a year. Sure, he looks ridiculous, but it cuts down on the hair all over the house. The staff shave every square inch of him, and I mean EVERYTHING. I don't know how they do it (I can't even cut the bastard's nails without him freaking out), and I might not want to know, but I do know he comes home smelling so clean and groomed. I think he appreciates it, because he walks around like he owns the place with his new look. Our dog is at least 14 (she was a rescue 12 years ago), pretty demented, blind in one eye, and very anxious (she gets around well and has no real health problems, just so you know we're not prolonging her existence). She also comes back all fresh, shaved, and smelling fantastic. She's anxious when she goes, but comes back just fine. No trauma inflicted that we can tell. Some may feel the prices are high (about $100 with tip for both animals), but it's worth every. single. penny. to us. The only downside here is the length of time it takes to get an appointment, usually a 3-4 week wait time. So I suggest making your appointment ahead of time.

BAD - My friend boarded her extremely healthy 12 year old dog here and it died overnight. The…read morecompany gave no explanation and the vet found tons of bites and scratches on the dog. Avoid-- they need to be looked into!

Just left Miss Anderson's grooming. VERY DISSATISFIED and here is why........a month ago when I…read morepicked my dog up just as they were closing, I noticed he had the wrong collar on. Come to find out it was the wrong Wheaton terrier! They had sent my dog home with some one else who they had to call and come back with my dog! If I had not caught that right away, I would have had to wrong dog over night and my dog with strangers overnight bc they were closing. I called to talk with the owner (BETH) the next day, she apologized and said he could get a free spa treatment next time. I was under the impression that meant a free grooming. Dropped him off today expecting them to make right the huge mistake last time. WRONG......I was stilled charged $86 today and come to find out "spa package" is $10. When I got home I called to discuss my dissatisfaction. Beth cut me off mid sentence and I was told my dog was not harmed, they had no AC in their shop today and it was 90 degrees there and I should feel free to take my business else. My response, "oh you bet your ass I will" and then she hung up on me! I don't know who uses this poorly run Business but not only did they make a huge mistake and basically did nothing to compensate but they are extremely rude! Bye bye Miss Anderson

Just changed over to Kennelwood because this place was not nice to our dog last visit. He was…read moreshaking and scared. They had him in a very small cage after they were done grooming him; and he had an uneven groom and many an irritated area. They're surface-level friendly here, but I don't think they were very friendly to my dog. Kennelwood is a better value.

We really love Aimee and have been going to her for years to have our Australian shepherd-corgi mix…read moregroomed. In general we try to support small businesses, and Flying Fur has been through so much in the last few years, with the pandemic and other roadblocks (I.e. a lightning fire) that would've likely made many other business owners call it quits. Aimee has persevered and asked for patience from her patrons through several moves and other personal challenges but always ALWAYS remembers to respond to appointment requests and works us in within a week or two when we need a grooming. I'm proud to support her business as she has remained professional and dedicated through it all as a one-woman show. All that said, she also does a really great job on our pup! Sasha always looks so fresh and adorable after her grooming and smells so nice. The cute seasonally themed bandanas are also a nice touch! We love Flying Fur and will continue to be customers regardless of where Aimee moves her shop :)

Tried to get my Chihuahua' nails trimmed. They dont make appointments for trimming. Tried for 3…read moredays to get in for a trimming which takes 5-10 minutes. Kept me hanging for those 3 days never letting know when I could come in saying they were to busy to get me in. This is why one needs appointments so one knows when to come in. I went with another groomer who does make appointments and got in the same day

I took my puppy there for a puppy grooming. This is the first time I've had a dog that needed to be…read moregroomed so I wasn't sure what to expect. They were really busy but were able to talk to me and give me all of the answers to the questions I had. The girls at the front desk where very friendly and smiling and everyone there really seemed to love their job! We will keep going back!

Since moving to STL we no longer had extended family nearby to watch our shmoo when we go away…read more Between work, elderly parents, kids away @ college & a now senior dog that doesn't do well in airport type situations = find someone you trust to care for your precious like you would. We tried one other that seemed ok but you know when sometimes something just feels off? So I asked & our vet recommended Silver Maple instead...best thing ever. My first glimpse of how genuinely they care for our dogs was how nicely he goes in (tail is still down but he readily goes in after being greeted like Norm from Cheers). One time he got sick just before our Xmas vacation. He had only been on his meds for 2days before I had to drop him off but they have their system down to a science. It's simple but it's one they are clear on so there are no mistakes. Pam even called me to tell me she found throw up in his crate but wondered if giving him his meds with food would be less caustic & help him feel better...thoughtful & considerate problem solver & diplomatically explained! During that same boarding we were snowed in on the mountains in CO & couldn't get back on time. Not only did Pam accommodate but she also made sure he had enough of his meds. She genuinely loves animals & will go to bat for them. Communication & planning is key. If you'll be traveling over the holidays, book early. Always pack extra food & Rx in case it gets dropped or don't pack enough food. They took a Chewy delivery of food bc I stupidly didn't count out the correct numbers of cans. Cost-wise, we have found it to be very much worthwhile bc we absolutely know he's in good hands. To Pam, Mallory, Amanda, Lindsey & all the others I've not had the pleasure of meeting, you make Silver Maple a success & I thank you for taking such loving care of our Dexter.

I have been taking my labradoodle to Murphy's Mutts and Cuts for almost two years now. We always…read moretalk about the haircut I want for my dog, and they always meet my expectations. The owner of Murphy's works well with my dog sailor. Sailor is comfortable everytime I drop him off, he immediately goes for a belly rub when he sees her. They have good hours for a small business!

I've been taking my mini Goldendoodle here for the passed yr. Missy's prices are unbeatable. She…read moredoes a great job and my dog comes home happy!

Steve and staff are caring, competent and reliable. Best grooming for my cockapoo anyone has done!read more

I was recommended to Spotlight by a fellow Bernese mountain dog owner. It is difficult to find a…read moregroomer in the St. Louis area that even answers the phone these days, but that was not at all an issue with Spotlight. My call was answered right away and I was able to make an appointment with Steve easily. At the appointment, Steve was very helpful in explaining the process. Pippa stayed at Spotlight almost all day, and I could tell when I picked her up that she had a blast. She also looked and felt AMAZING. She has never felt softer. I already scheduled my next appointment with Steve! Highly recommend checking them out.

David takes great care of my Doodle and Poodle! He asks me every time I'm there what I want;…read moredoesn't assume.

Sled & Breakfast is amazing! It's a little more expensive than what we were paying for dog daycare…read moreat another business, but it is so worth it. The staff is absolutely amazing and attentive. Their facilities are top notch, but my favorite part is that they divide dogs based not only on size but also activity level. At a different daycare, they had all of the dogs together in one big room, but here our energetic husky is paired with other high-energy dogs of a similar size. This has been such a game changer for her. On days my husband and I work longer, we're confident that she is in great hands and having a fun time. The dogs also have the option of playing indoors or outdoors and easy access between the two. We've paid for some of their services and have no complaints about their grooming or nail trimming. We love that they offer special treats, too, like a birthday treat or pictures with Santa. We also board our husky with them and have had great experiences. Their pricing is very transparent, and they take great care of their boarders. Our girl has a sensitive stomach and requires a more complicated feeding routine, and they were happy to accommodate us. They also kept us updated while we were on a trip when she basically ate a wasp and got stung. They treated her with our permission and sent us photo/activity updates. Also, they post pictures and will print some for you take, which is another small thing we love about Sled & Breakfast!

Natalie, the owner, doesn't have any compassion for dogs. She is in it for the money. My dog was…read morebrutalized by a husky and Natalie did nothing about it. She called me to pick up my dog, which I was planning on doing anyway. She has yet to compensate for the medical bills. Says I signed a liability waiver. Well, I don't think the waiver covers negligence, but that's what I got. Never going there again. It also says in the waiver that if the dog is hurt that it will be reported to the proper authorities. Who is that, Natalie? I don't think you did. Look at the pictures. This was a 7.5 pound dog bit in 2 places, not one like Natalie said. Good examination of my dog, Natalie. She couldn't even walk for 2 days and couldn't eat. Tortured.

I can't believe I haven't written a review of Bauserhaus already. Boomer (my dachshund) and I have…read morebeen visiting Bauserhaus for almost 9 years. It's his home away from home. At home, Boomer is a terror, super territorial, but at Bauserhaus he's so submissive and such a good dog. I travel a ton for work and fun, and I honestly don't know what I would do without Bauserhaus. All I have to do is ask Boomer, "Do you want to go to Bauserhaus" and he comes running. He was terrified of the kennel we tried before Bauserhaus. The staff is more interested in taking good care of your dog than entertaining you at the front desk, and I'm just fine with that. The Sunday hours are so great for post-weekend pickups. I really can't rave about this place enough!